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Common Awarded the 2026 Artist Impact Award
SAG-AFTRA and SoundExchange presented Common with the 2026 Artist Impact Award at an intimate luncheon
Young Thug Launches Primal
“I’m bringing up a new generation of founders. I want talent to build, own, and keep the upside. Ownership over endorsements,” Young Thug said about Primal
David Porter: When the World Valued Us More Than Our Own Country
David Porter reflects on why Black American musicians found greater appreciation in Europe than at home during the 1960s.
The Silent Killer Facing Black Men: Why We Need To Talk About This
The Silent Killer: Christopher highlights why preventive care is not just an option but a necessity for longevity
The Internet Was Made for Hip-Hop: How It Changed Everything
Ken Gibbs, Jr. and BIG CED break down the lawless early digital landscape labeled the internet
French Montana, Max B, Jayy V Vondon – Don In My City Pt 2
French Montana and Max B team up again for the release of newest single “Don In My City Pt. 2” with Jayy V Vondon
LIVING BY DESIGN Featuring Jake, Jazz Smollett Returns Wednesday, September 30 on CLEO TV
CLEO TV’s hit lifestyle series LIVING BY DESIGN returns for an all-new season with sibling duo Jake and Jazz Smollett, bringing their signature creativity, style and heart
Behind the Scenes: Doing Graffiti for the Movie ‘Juice’
Zulu Williams discusses how he was able to get his graffiti into the Tupac-led movie, “Juice”
My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Tek (Smif-N-Wessun)
Tek joins BIG CED to discuss his journey as a hip-hop legend and his new memoir, Legacy of Lyrics
Chauncey’s Way: 30 Years in Music, Pivoting & Building Generational Wealth- My Friends Are Better Than Yours
BIG CED sits down with Chauncey Bell (Chauncey’s Way), a music industry veteran with 30+ years of experience
Posdnous: The Real Reason You Can’t Avoid AI Anymore
De La Soul legend Posdnous gives his honest perspective on how today’s recording artists can adapt to constant technological shifts
BET Announces Debut of 1st Micro-Series, ‘Her Baby’ Wednesday, Oct. 7
BET today announced that the psychological thriller “Her Baby,” produced by aTwist, the vertical platform and studio, will premiere Wednesday, October 7 at 10 p.m. ET/CT on BET, with new episodes airing weekly
The Truth About Being a Real Estate Broker (Don’t Get It Wrong!)
Anthony Morris breaks down the role of a real estate broker and what an agent does
The Weeknd Continues Record-Breaking After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour
The Weeknd kicked off the final chapter of his record-breaking After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour, launching the tour’s first-ever Asia leg with back-to-back performances at Belluna Dome in Tokyo, Japan