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Billie Slum – Cloud Surfin

Download the single “Cloud Surfin” out now! Stream: https://ABOVEALL.lnk.to/BSCloudSurfinYo Billie Slum captures the essence of southern hip hop: sharp lyricism, soulful melodies, and strong drums. Drawing on his struggles of the inner city youth, and those good times sought in escape of those perils, Billie has a skill for storytelling that is sure to instantly… Continue reading Billie Slum – Cloud Surfin

NBA and NBPA Advance Talks on Social Justice Efforts

Yesterday, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum, NBA Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer Oris Stuart and other league officials met with NBPA Executive Director Michele Roberts, NBPA President Chris Paul, NBPA First Vice President Andre Iguodala and several players to further advance the league’s collective response to the… Continue reading NBA and NBPA Advance Talks on Social Justice Efforts

NFLPA Invests in TendoNova to Develop Devices that Enable Microinvasive Orthopedic Procedures

The NFL Players Association (NFLPA), through its for-profit subsidiary NFL Players Inc., has invested in TendoNova™ Corporation. TendoNova is an Atlanta-based company that develops medical devices that enable microinvasive orthopedic procedures. The company’s initial product, the Ocelot™ System, addresses chronic tendon pain, which is prevalent in both athletes and the population at large. The investment… Continue reading NFLPA Invests in TendoNova to Develop Devices that Enable Microinvasive Orthopedic Procedures

LeBron James’ ‘The Decision’ Explored in New Episode of ‘Backstory’

Ten years ago, ESPN aired The Decision, a controversial live prime time special in which NBA free agent LeBron James announced he would leave his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers and join forces with Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and the Miami Heat. The criticism of James and ESPN was immediate, harsh and widespread. The behind-the-scenes developments that… Continue reading LeBron James’ ‘The Decision’ Explored in New Episode of ‘Backstory’

Philo Adds EPIX and STARZ to its Service

Philo, the national TV streaming service, today announced that it is adding EPIX and STARZ to its line-up of top entertainment, lifestyle and knowledge-based programming. Packed with premium entertainment viewing options and multiple networks in each package, these networks will be available for an additional monthly fee to all new and existing subscribers. Philo’s standard… Continue reading Philo Adds EPIX and STARZ to its Service

Warner Bros. Television Group Signs First-Look Deal With Academy Award Winner Matthew A. Cherry

Warner Bros. Television Group announced that it has signed a new first-look development deal with Academy Award®–winning filmmaker Matthew A. Cherry (“Hair Love”). Per Studio practice, financial terms were not disclosed, but WBTVG can confirm that it is a multi-year agreement. This marks the first deal for Cherry with WBTVG. Under terms of the pact,… Continue reading Warner Bros. Television Group Signs First-Look Deal With Academy Award Winner Matthew A. Cherry

ERIC KRASNO PLUS ONE podcast WITH QUESTLOVE

Questlove joins award-winning guitarist/producer Eric Krasno on his special new podcast series. Presented by Osiris Media, ERIC KRASNO PLUS ONE sees the renowned musician hosting a one-of-a-kind interview series exploring the lives and work of some of his closest friends and musical collaborators. In episode 11, Krasno welcomes his friend Questlove on part one of… Continue reading ERIC KRASNO PLUS ONE podcast WITH QUESTLOVE

Loni Love’s I TRIED TO CHANGE SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO Debuts on June 23

Loni Love hasn’t taken the typical path to becoming America’s favorite straight-talking girlfriend. She was not the child of Hollywood legends and she never wore a size 00. Rather, Loni grew up in housing projects in Detroit, more worried about how to afford her next meal rather than going on a diet. When she moved… Continue reading Loni Love’s I TRIED TO CHANGE SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO Debuts on June 23

Tee Grizzley Releases New Mixtape ‘The Smartest’

Tee Grizzley releases his new mixtape The Smartest — LISTEN HERE. After an initial spark with the release of “Satish” in tribute to his aunt/manager Jobina Brown who passed earlier last year, Tee started to lay the foundation for the tape. After garnering over 30 million views on the video, Tee continued to release a string of… Continue reading Tee Grizzley Releases New Mixtape ‘The Smartest’

Howard University Men’s Basketball Set to Host Notre Dame on MLK Day 2021

Howard University Athletics announced the men’s basketball team is set to host the University of Notre Dame on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day), scheduled for Monday, January 18, 2021 inside Burr Gymnasium. Tipoff and game broadcast details will be announced at a later date. The matchup features Notre Dame visiting an Historically Black… Continue reading Howard University Men’s Basketball Set to Host Notre Dame on MLK Day 2021

ASCAP Launches HBCU Internship Program

ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, today announced the launch of a new paid internship program for students enrolled in historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the U.S. This summer, the PRO will offer five HBCU students the opportunity to join ASCAP’s team to gain real-world experience in the music industry.… Continue reading ASCAP Launches HBCU Internship Program

The Roots Picnic 2020 Partners With Michelle Obama’s When We All Vote For Virtual Festival Experience

This year, in partnership with Michelle Obama’s national, nonpartisan nonprofit organization, When We All Vote, The Roots are launching the 13th Annual Roots Picnic as a virtual broadcast experience on Saturday, June 27th, exclusively on YouTube. The event is Executive Produced by Shawn Gee (Live Nation Urban), Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Tarik Trotter (Two One Five Entertainment) and Dan Parise (DPS). Hosted by Questlove, Black Thought and Michelle Obama,… Continue reading The Roots Picnic 2020 Partners With Michelle Obama’s When We All Vote For Virtual Festival Experience

Above the Law: Why Police Almost Never Get Convicted | Complex World

Complex News introduces a new episode of its “Complex World” docuseries today examining the important topic of police accountability and what has held up the process for so long.  The episode titled Above the Law: Why Police Almost Never Get Convicted delves into qualified immunity and how police unions have often prevented departments from disciplining… Continue reading Above the Law: Why Police Almost Never Get Convicted | Complex World

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