The world famous Harlem Globetrotters announced today that the team will honor three former greats as Globetrotter Legends, the team’s highest honor short of jersey retirement, at upcoming stops on their 2019 Fan Powered North American Tour. The three stars—Michael “Wild Thing” Wilson, Matt “Showbiz” Jackson, and Osborne “Goose” Lockhart—played a combined 48 seasons and… Continue reading Harlem Globetrotters To Honor Three Former Greats
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The 5Ws: Simone-Monet Wahls
Who: Simone-Monet Wahls What: Future Executives, Inc. Why: Future Executives, Inc. (FE) services include but are not limited to workshops, tutoring, internships, career training and exploration. FE has worked with general and at-risk students in NYC and virtually throughout the USA. FE conducts personal development workshops, career-day field trips including; concerts (a look behind the… Continue reading The 5Ws: Simone-Monet Wahls
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The 5Ws: Andrea Aguilar
Who: Andrea Aguilar What: Trés Stacks Why: Très Stacks is a contemporary and sophisticated streetwear clothing brand dedicated to Hip Hop culture that also offers a collection of curated tees. A play on the word “très chic,” Très Stacks’ upscale and minimalist aesthetic is manufactured to fill the void of simple, clean and understated pieces currently lacking… Continue reading The 5Ws: Andrea Aguilar
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Dorothy Butler Gilliam to Share Memoir at National Press Club Headliners January 14
Legendary civil rights journalist and activist Dorothy Butler Gilliam will share her aptly titled new memoir, “Trailblazer: A Pioneering Journalist’s Fight to Make the Media Look More Like America,” at a National Press Club Headliners book event on Monday, January 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Club’s Zenger Room. Gilliam’s more than 60-year-career in journalism… Continue reading Dorothy Butler Gilliam to Share Memoir at National Press Club Headliners January 14
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The 5Ws: Arthur Smith
Who: Arthur BSmooth Smith What: Soul Survivor Radio “Serving Indies & Preserving Legacies” Why: Soul Survivor Radio is 24/7 internet radio stream based in Los Angeles. Creating an audio experience where Indie and Legacy artists can “soul survive’ on the same platform. Including airplay, we provide artist song promotion interviews and offer advertising opportunities to… Continue reading The 5Ws: Arthur Smith
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Hot97’s Ebro Joins Apple Music
According to Billboard, Hot 97’s Ebro Darden (Ebro in the Morning) has been hired as Apple Music’s Global Editorial Head of Hip-Hop and R&B. Darden explains, “First things first is making sure that we’re firing on all cylinders in the best way possible, helping consumers find the music that they love and also helping artists… Continue reading Hot97’s Ebro Joins Apple Music
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The 5Ws: Conrad Dimanche
Who: Musicfeedpro.com What: Musicfeedpro is a social networking platform where music professionals can post their music related needs or services for music projects. In addition to submitting their works for placements and collaborations with major and indie companies as well as for peer-to-peer opportunities. Think LinkedIn meets Facebook for the entire music industry ecosystem. Why:… Continue reading The 5Ws: Conrad Dimanche
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Elaquent Signs with Mello Music
Elaquent Signs w/ MMG + New Single Vices Mello Music Group is proud to announce the signing of Canadian producer Elaquent to a new multi-album deal. We’ve been keeping it under wraps for a minute but can finally share it with the world. As for the signing, Elaquent says, “Really happy to be part of the… Continue reading Elaquent Signs with Mello Music
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Planet Fitness is ‘Getting Down’ with J.B. Smoove
Planet Fitness, Inc., one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S., today announced that actor and comedian J.B. Smoove will headline the Company’s new creative campaign, “Get Down With Your Judgement Free Self,” and partner with the brand in the first quarter of 2019. The campaign, which debuts… Continue reading Planet Fitness is ‘Getting Down’ with J.B. Smoove
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The 5Ws: A.J. Woodson
Who: AJ Woodson What: Black Westchester Why: Black Westchester is a monthly newspaper and an online news magazine (BlackWestchester.com) providing News With A Black Point Of View for people of color in Westchester County and the Tri-State area at every economic level. Black Westchester is committed to being a platform to profile life, culture, economics, politics, sports and entertainment… Continue reading The 5Ws: A.J. Woodson
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Justice Watch Radio With Attorney Zulu Ali Announces National Syndication
After airing on CNBC affiliate KCAA radio, broadcasting to the Riverside and San Bernardino County, California community on 106.5 FM, 102.3 FM, and 1050 AM for the past year, Justice Watch with Attorney Zulu Ali has announced national syndication on the GAB Radio Network scheduled to begin December 30, 2018. The program will continue to… Continue reading Justice Watch Radio With Attorney Zulu Ali Announces National Syndication
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Welcome To Jamrock Sell Outs One Year Before Sail Date
DAMIAN “JR. GONG” MARLEY SETS NEW RECORD IN CRUISE BUSINESS 2019’s Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise Sell Outs One Year Before Sail Date Without Announcing Lineup WTJRC Founder Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Performing on First Night of 2018’s WTJRC (Photo by Evan Wollenberg) One the most successful music charters, Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise (WTJRC), sells out in new… Continue reading Welcome To Jamrock Sell Outs One Year Before Sail Date
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BLACK ENTERPRISE Announces The 50 Best Companies For Diversity
BLACK ENTERPRISE, in partnership with The Executive Leadership Council, has released its listing of the “50 Best Companies for Diversity” as featured in the publication’s November/December 2018 issue, which focuses on Diversity and Inclusion in corporate America. The companies singled out for distinction demonstrated a significant commitment to diversity in four key areas: board of directors, employee base, senior management,… Continue reading BLACK ENTERPRISE Announces The 50 Best Companies For Diversity
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Nicki Minaj Announces The Nicki Wrld Tour Featuring Juice Wrld
Nicki Minaj has announced The Nicki WRLD Tour which will get its start in Germany on February 21 and finish in Switzerland on March 28. She is bringing along Chicago rapper, Juice Wrld “I’m so excited to bring the full Nicki Minaj experience to my fans in Europe,” said MINAJ. “I have been carefully crafting… Continue reading Nicki Minaj Announces The Nicki Wrld Tour Featuring Juice Wrld
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Maverick Carter Joins Live Nation Entertainment’s Board Of Directors
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) announced the election of Maverick Carter to its Board of Directors. With a wealth of experience across the business, marketing, entertainment, and media sectors, Carter has become an important figure in the sports and talent landscape. As LeBron James’ longtime business manager, Carter is credited with guiding James’ history-making… Continue reading Maverick Carter Joins Live Nation Entertainment’s Board Of Directors
