Who: BE’N ORIGINAL What: Urban Magazine Why: Urban Magazine is a Black-owned full-color digital publication covering Black culture including visual arts, music, film/television, sports, and more. Our mission is to uplift the culture by empowering others. It is paramount that we as Black people narrate our own stories and experiences. Hence, our tagline,… Continue reading The 5Ws: BE’N ORIGINAL
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Ruff Ryders Planning DMX Tribute in New York City On Anniversary Of his Death
Ruff Ryders Planning DMX Celebration in New York City On Anniversary Of his Death A month from today April 9, will be the two-year anniversary of Mount Vernon, NY-bred DMX’s passing. To celebrate his life, his management company, Ruff Ryders has announced a tribute to the rapper. An Instagram post from Ruff Ryders revealed plans… Continue reading Ruff Ryders Planning DMX Tribute in New York City On Anniversary Of his Death
50 Cent Intends to Collect $6M Award From Former Employee After he Embezzled Millions From Sire Spirits
50 Cent Intends to Collect $6 Million Award From Former Employee After taking a former employee to court and winning a judgment against him, 50 Cent has posted via his Instagram account that he’s gonna need his money very soon. Last summer, The New York Post reported that Curtis Jackson’s former director of Brand Management for Sire… Continue reading 50 Cent Intends to Collect $6M Award From Former Employee After he Embezzled Millions From Sire Spirits
Mike Epps Under Investigation and May Face Charges for Having Loaded Gun at Indianapolis International Airport
Mike Epps Under Investigation and May Face Gun Charges for Having Loaded Gun at Indianapolis International Airport Comedian Mike Epps is caught up in a situation that’s not funny. According to WHTR, after being caught with a weapon at an airport, Epps could possibly be facing charges. The actor was caught carrying a loaded handgun… Continue reading Mike Epps Under Investigation and May Face Charges for Having Loaded Gun at Indianapolis International Airport
Do Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart Have a Game Show Coming Out?
Do Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart Have a Game Show Coming Out? Who’s Having My Baby? Good question that has probably crossed Nick Cannon‘s mind over the past several years. Apparently, the baby-making machine has shown no signs of slowing down! We think. Cannon, the father of 12 children, has something that he and Kevin… Continue reading Do Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart Have a Game Show Coming Out?
Creed’s Tessa Thompson Reveals That She and Michael B. Jordan Went to Couples Therapy as Bianca and Adonis
In an exclusive interview with Refinery 29, Tessa Thompson reveals that she and the star and director of Creed III, Michael B. Jordan had attended couples therapy together in preparation for the movie. Thompson has been playing the love interest to Jordan in the Creed series. Bianca (Thompson) and Adonis are now married with a… Continue reading Creed’s Tessa Thompson Reveals That She and Michael B. Jordan Went to Couples Therapy as Bianca and Adonis
Agallah Don Bishop Feat. YZ – Force em To Fold
Agallah Don Bishop Feat. YZ – Force em To Fold New Music From Agallah Don Bishop featuring YZ – FOrce Em’ To Fold (Prod. By Agallah Don Bishop For Propain Campain Productions
CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka Announced As The Official Vodka of Hip-Hop 50th
In celebration of Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary, CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka is proud to be announced as the Official Vodka of #HipHop50 as part of an ongoing partnership with entertainment company Mass Appeal, bringing the celebration of #HipHop50 to life through exclusive events, custom content and programming throughout the year. The partnership is the latest announcement surrounding Mass Appeal’s… Continue reading CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka Announced As The Official Vodka of Hip-Hop 50th
Donald Glover Jokingly Rehashes Chevy Chase Using the ‘N-Word’ While Both Worked on ‘Community’
Rapper Childish Gambino who uses his real name, Donald Glover in other entertainment ventures rehashed a previous accusation of actor Chevy Chase using the N-word. At the recent Annual Writers Guild Awards, Glover was tasked with presenting the executive producer of his critically-acclaimed series, Atlanta, Paul Simms with the Herb Sargent Award for Comedy Excellence.… Continue reading Donald Glover Jokingly Rehashes Chevy Chase Using the ‘N-Word’ While Both Worked on ‘Community’
Tyler Perry May be in Talks to Acquire Majority Stake in BET From Paramount
Tyler Perry May be in Talks to Acquire Majority Stake in BET From Paramount There may be a deal brewing to sell a majority stake in Black Entertainment Television. According to The Hollywood Reporter, there is a possibility that the parent company of BET Networks, Paramount may consider selling a majority stake in the company.… Continue reading Tyler Perry May be in Talks to Acquire Majority Stake in BET From Paramount
President Barack Obama’s Signed 2013 NCAA Tournament Bracket Expected to Fetch $20K in Auction
President Barack Obama’s Signed 2013 NCAA Tournament Bracket Expected to Fetch $20K in Auction During his presidency, former president Barack Obama was known to be an avid sports fan. As many basketball fans and casual bracket watchers did every March, the first Black president filled out his tournament bracket that showed the teams he predicted… Continue reading President Barack Obama’s Signed 2013 NCAA Tournament Bracket Expected to Fetch $20K in Auction
Ricky Smiley, Loni Love and 2 Chainz Was ‘Driving the Legacy’ for the 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands
This past weekend was the 18th Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase (HBOB) and this year’s edition was the first one to take place at an HBCU (Historically black colleges and universities). Alabama State University was the location that is not too far from Honda’s Automobile Plant which is based in Lincoln, Alabama. The… Continue reading Ricky Smiley, Loni Love and 2 Chainz Was ‘Driving the Legacy’ for the 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands
De La Soul’s Entire Catalog is Available on All Streaming Services and Digital Retailers
DE LA SOUL’S ENTIRE BACK CATALOG IS NOW AVAILABLE ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS AND DIGITAL RETAILERS Debut album, ‘3 Feet High and Rising,’ was released March 3, 1989, 34 years ago today. NEW YORK, NY (March 3, 2023) – Legendary hip-hop group De La Soul today announce their entire back catalog is available on all major streaming… Continue reading De La Soul’s Entire Catalog is Available on All Streaming Services and Digital Retailers
Juvenile Debuts New Flavored Beer, Juvie Juice
Juvenile Debuts New Flavored Beer, Juvie Juice Ha! New Orleans recording artist, Juvenile had to Back That Azz Up and collaborate with Urban South Brewery to introduce a new beer. According to WGNO, Terius Gray, who we know as Juvenile has partnered with a local brewery to release a new beer that they call, Juvie… Continue reading Juvenile Debuts New Flavored Beer, Juvie Juice
Rickey Smiley Reveals Son May Have Died Of Drug Overdose
Rickey Smiley Reveals Son May Have Died Of Drug Overdose Radio host, Rickey Smiley revealed in January that his son, Brandon had passed away. The comedian just recently revealed that he thinks his son may have died due to a drug overdose. On Thursday, March 2, Smiley did an exclusive interview with Today and discussed… Continue reading Rickey Smiley Reveals Son May Have Died Of Drug Overdose