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Smif-N-Wessun Announce ‘Still Shinin’ Tour’

Just ahead of the 30th anniversary of their critically acclaimed debut album, Dah Shinin’, Smif-N-Wessun announces the launch of “Still Shinin’,” a tour that takes them from Brooklyn to Borlänge, Sweden.   The duo, composed of Tek and General Steele, first appeared on Black Moon’s album, Enta Da Stage, and they’ve been consciously commanding the stage ever since. Within a year, they were on a… Continue reading Smif-N-Wessun Announce ‘Still Shinin’ Tour’

You May Not Know Junior Bridgeman But The Former NBA Player Is Worth $600M

Ulysses “Junior” Bridgeman, who recently retired from the business world was once an NBA player who played for the Milwaukee Bucks from 1975 to 1984, he then joined the Los Angeles Clippers before going back to retire with the Bucks. Most sports fans wouldn’t know who he was because he wasn’t a superstar but he… Continue reading You May Not Know Junior Bridgeman But The Former NBA Player Is Worth $600M

HBCUs Allen University And Edward Waters University Elevated To NCAA Division II Status

Two HBCUs (Historically black colleges and universities) have been selected to join the ranks of teams in the NCAA Division II. According to the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletics Association), HBCUs Allen University and Edward Waters University are being welcomed along with Emory & Henry University and Westmont College to become NCAA Division II members. All four… Continue reading HBCUs Allen University And Edward Waters University Elevated To NCAA Division II Status

Loudmouth: The Life and Rise of Rev. Al Sharpton Receives Emmy Awards Nomination

CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED REV. AL SHARPTON DOCUMENTARY LOUDMOUTH NABS EMMY NOMINATION Feature Length Piece on Civil Rights Leader’s Life and Rise Vying for Outstanding Current Affair Documentary Award New York, NY (July 25, 2024) – Loudmouth: The Life and Rise of Rev. Al Sharpton was announced today as a nominee for the Emmy Awards’ Outstanding Current Affairs Documentary, following the… Continue reading Loudmouth: The Life and Rise of Rev. Al Sharpton Receives Emmy Awards Nomination

A Reimagined 40/40 Club Will Be Available To Guests Attending Fanatics Fest NYC in August

Last year, JAY-Z‘s 40/40 Club shuttered its doors in anticipation of moving to a new location, but in the meantime, you can go to a reimagined version of the venue if you’re in New York City between August 16 and 18. Fanatics Sportsbook has announced they are partnering with the famed club at Fanatics Fest… Continue reading A Reimagined 40/40 Club Will Be Available To Guests Attending Fanatics Fest NYC in August

14 NBA Teams Sued For Allegedly Using Copyrighted Music Without Permission

Almost half of the teams in the NBA (National Basketball Association) are being sued for allegedly using copyrighted music in promotional videos on their social media accounts without expressed permission from the music companies that own the works being played. According to Billboard, music companies Kobalt, Artist Publishing Group, Notting Hill Music, and Prescription Songs… Continue reading 14 NBA Teams Sued For Allegedly Using Copyrighted Music Without Permission

Mike Tyson Launches Mushroom Grow Kit, Mikeadelics

Carma HoldCo Inc., a leading global house of brands, harnessing the power of cultural icons to transform industries, announced TYSON 2.0 – the brand, led by legendary boxer, entrepreneur and advocate Mike Tyson – has teamed up with Advanced Mycology to introduce Mikeadelics, an all-in-one, at-home mushroom grow kit. This innovative product marks Carma HoldCo’s… Continue reading Mike Tyson Launches Mushroom Grow Kit, Mikeadelics

Kehlani Announces Crash World Tour

KEHLANI ANNOUNCES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED “CRASH WORLD TOUR”   With Special Guests FLO & ANYCIA   Tickets Available Starting Tuesday, July 23 with Citi Presales   General Onsale Begins Friday, July 26 at 10am local time on Kehlani.com SET TO PERFORM TRACKS FROM ACCLAIMED NEW ALBUM, ‘CRASH,’ FOR THE FIRST TIME, INCLUDING THE SMASH HIT “AFTER… Continue reading Kehlani Announces Crash World Tour

Ice Cube’s Production Company Cube Vision Extends Partnership With Paramount

N.W.A. founding member, Ice Cube is expanding his entertainment umbrella, Cube Vision with an extended partnership with Paramount Global. According to Deadline, Ice Cube, real name, O’Shea Jackson, and his partner, Jeff Kwatinetz, COO of Cube Vision have locked down a first-look television deal that will allow the duo to develop and executive produce projects… Continue reading Ice Cube’s Production Company Cube Vision Extends Partnership With Paramount

HARLEM WEEK Celebrates 50 Years with National Urban Health Conference

HARLEM WEEK Celebrates 50 Years with National Urban Health Conference, Tackling Health Disparities in Communities of Color   NYC Schools Chancellor David Banks, Among Other Key Community Leaders and Health Experts, Convene to Address Health Challenges in Black and Brown Communities Globally Post COVID-19   Harlem, New York (July 22, 2024) – In commemoration of its… Continue reading HARLEM WEEK Celebrates 50 Years with National Urban Health Conference

Mariah Carey: The Celebration of Mimi Live in Las Vegas Adds 8 New Dates

  DUE TO EXTRAORDINARY DEMAND MARIAH CAREY ADDS EIGHT 2025 DATES TO LAS VEGAS ENGAGEMENT AT DOLBY LIVE AT PARK MGM   NEW SHOWS TO TAKE PLACE JANUARY 31 – FEBRUARY 15, 2025   TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 10 A.M. PT   Tickets for previously-announced performances of Mariah Carey: The Celebration of… Continue reading Mariah Carey: The Celebration of Mimi Live in Las Vegas Adds 8 New Dates

Snoop Dogg Opens Cannabis Store S.W.E.D. Near LAX Airport

Multi-entertainer and weed specialist, Snoop Dogg has recently opened his first licensed cannabis store near the LAX Airport titled with the acronym, S.W.E.D., which is one of his signature phrases, Smoke Weed Every Day. For early Snoop Dogg fans, the title of the dispensary is in reference to the final line in Dr. Dre‘s record,… Continue reading Snoop Dogg Opens Cannabis Store S.W.E.D. Near LAX Airport

Honda Battle of the Bands Announces First 2 HBCU Marching Bands for 2025 Lineup

North Carolina A&T University and Southern University are the first two bands selected to perform at the 2025 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase in Los Angeles Fan voting starts today to select two of six participating bands to be announced on Sept. 10 Tickets for the Feb. 1, 2025 event are now on… Continue reading Honda Battle of the Bands Announces First 2 HBCU Marching Bands for 2025 Lineup

Snoop Dogg Celebrates National Ice Cream Day With Launch Of 2 New Dr. Bombay Ice Cream Flavors

Introducing “Baked Blueberry Muffin” and “Peanut Butter Jelly Time” the newest additions to the collection LOS ANGELES, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Snoop Dogg, the iconic hip-hop artist and entrepreneur, is celebrating National Ice Cream Day and the one year anniversary of his Dr. Bombay Ice Cream line this weekend with two new flavors that promise… Continue reading Snoop Dogg Celebrates National Ice Cream Day With Launch Of 2 New Dr. Bombay Ice Cream Flavors

Ol’ Dirty Bastard Documentary To Debut In August On A&E

An official documentary detailing the life of Wu-Tang Clan‘s Ol’ Dirty Bastard, real name, Russell Jones will be released in August on the A&E network. A&E announced that the project will air on the network on Sunday, August 25 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. The documentary, “Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys,” was co-directed by Emmy® and… Continue reading Ol’ Dirty Bastard Documentary To Debut In August On A&E

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