Last week, Mercedes-Benz co-hosted “Camp MBUSA” with Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson at their company headquarters. The event was done to help young children learn about safety and injury prevention. Robinson, who is a Mercedes-Benz brand ambassador joined children from the YMCA of Metro Atlanta. The event, which took place over a full day… Continue reading Atlanta Falcons’ Bijan Robinson Hosts Camp MBUSA With Mercedes-Benz And YMCA
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50 Cent Pulls Out Another Legal Victory in $6M Case Against Former Sire Spirits Manager, Plans to Seize Assets
50 Cent Pulls Out Another Legal Victory in $6M Case Against Former Sire Spirits Manager, Plans to Seize Assets Last summer, the former director of Brand Management for 50 Cent’s Sire Spirits, Mitchell Green, reportedly siphoned $2.2 million from the company. He was ordered to pay back $6.2 million. He filed for bankruptcy, in part… Continue reading 50 Cent Pulls Out Another Legal Victory in $6M Case Against Former Sire Spirits Manager, Plans to Seize Assets
Chloe Announces Continuation of The In Pieces Tour
CHLÖE ANNOUNCES SECOND LEG OF NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINE TOUR KICKS OFF AUGUST 20 TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW HERE DEBUT ALBUM IN PIECES ARRIVED MARCH 31 (Monday, July 17, 2023 – New York, NY) Today, singer/songwriter/producer Chlöe announces additional dates to her first-ever live shows in celebration of her debut album In Pieces, released on March 31st.… Continue reading Chloe Announces Continuation of The In Pieces Tour
LeBron James Returning Back to No. 23 for Upcoming NBA Season
The NBA’s All-Time Scorer has not only made a decision to return for a 21st season, he has announced that he will no longer be wearing the number 6 on his uniform anymore. According to NBA.com, in a move to give recognition to one of the greatest players in NBA history, Los Angeles Lakers forward,… Continue reading LeBron James Returning Back to No. 23 for Upcoming NBA Season
Jay-Z’s Shawn Carter Foundation Raises $20 Million
Jay-Z has a lot to celebrate in the year of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. On the same day it was revealed that Brooklyn Public Library was showcasing an exhibition, The Book of Hov in honor of the Brooklyn living legend, his and his mother, Dr. Gloria Carter’s foundation, Shawn Carter Foundation raised $20 million… Continue reading Jay-Z’s Shawn Carter Foundation Raises $20 Million
Ralph McDaniels Discusses NYC Libraries Issuing Hip-Hop 50th Anniversary Library Cards
Hip-Hop got its start in the Bronx borough of New York City 50 years ago and the New York Public Library system joins the Queens Public Library in doing its part to join in the celebration. Starting on Friday, July 14, in recognition of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, The New York Public Library (NYPL)… Continue reading Ralph McDaniels Discusses NYC Libraries Issuing Hip-Hop 50th Anniversary Library Cards
Diddy Launches Empower Global Marketplace To Help Revitalize Supporting Black Businesses
Diddy Launches Empower Global Marketplace To Help Revitalize Supporting Black Businesses Sean “Diddy” Combs has been steadfast in his quest to support Black-owned businesses and has just taken another step to make sure that we have the chance to do so as well. The hip-hop entrepreneur has just officially launched a website entitled, Empower Global.… Continue reading Diddy Launches Empower Global Marketplace To Help Revitalize Supporting Black Businesses
ONE Musicfest & Live Nation Urban Unveils Lineup for 2023 Music Festival
In Celebration of Hip Hop’s 50th Anniversary, OMF’s Hip Hop 50 Stage Will Showcase Performances from Nelly, KRS-One, Big Daddy Kane, Kid Capri, DJ Drama & More! Festival Dates are October 28th & 29th at Piedmont Park in Atlanta, GA ATLANTA, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ONE Musicfest, the premier urban music festival of the… Continue reading ONE Musicfest & Live Nation Urban Unveils Lineup for 2023 Music Festival
Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban Feels Newly Signed Kyrie Irving is ‘Misunderstood’
Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban Feels Newly Signed Kyrie Irving is ‘Misunderstood’ Although considered one of the best point guards in the NBA, Dallas Mavericks player, Kyrie Irving has had a tumultuous relationship with every team he has played on thus far. After signing a free agent contract recently with the team, the Mavericks owner,… Continue reading Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban Feels Newly Signed Kyrie Irving is ‘Misunderstood’
Pharrell Teams Up with Sony Music to Debut New Black-Centric Podcast, ‘Drapetomaniax: Unshackled History’
Multi-hyphenate Pharrell Williams has entered the podcast world in collaboration with Sony Music Entertainment. Sony Music announced a new podcast series named “Drapetomaniax: Unshackled History.” The music company is doing it in conjunction with Pharrell and his production company OTHERTone. The podcast is hosted by journalist, cultural critic, and the “Dean of Black Twitter,” Michael… Continue reading Pharrell Teams Up with Sony Music to Debut New Black-Centric Podcast, ‘Drapetomaniax: Unshackled History’
C.J. Wallace Has a Story to Tell! Documentary of The Notorious B.I.G. Will Uncover Father’s Legacy
C.J. Wallace Has a Story to Tell! Documentary of The Notorious B.I.G. Will Uncover Father’s Legacy A documentary about who some considered one of the all-time greats of hip-hop, although his life was cut short, will be seen in the future. According to The Hollywood Reporter, a documentary about Christopher Wallace, who went by the… Continue reading C.J. Wallace Has a Story to Tell! Documentary of The Notorious B.I.G. Will Uncover Father’s Legacy
The Weeknd Breaks London Stadium Record
The Weeknd Breaks London Stadium Record Canadian recording artist, The Weeknd has broken a record over the weekend at an overseas venue. According to Variety, the man born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye has broken a record at London Stadium for having the highest amount of people to watch him perform over two nights. This took place… Continue reading The Weeknd Breaks London Stadium Record
Burna Boy Becomes First African Artist to Sell Out a Stadium in the United States
A very popular African artist recently made history when he performed at a venue in New York City this past weekend. According to OkayAfrica, as he stood on the stage of Queens, NY’s Citi Field, Burna Boy became the first African artist to perform at a sold-out stadium in the United States. The feat took… Continue reading Burna Boy Becomes First African Artist to Sell Out a Stadium in the United States
Latasha Gillespie Continues to Lead Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Amazon Studios
Latasha Gillespie Continues to Lead Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Amazon Studios Ever since George Floyd died at the hands of police officers in Minnesota on May 25, 2020, and the public viewing of his death went viral, America took a stand. Within that stand, many major companies promised to become more inclusive and beef… Continue reading Latasha Gillespie Continues to Lead Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Amazon Studios
Deion Sanders Re-Ups With Nike After Vowing to ‘Never’ Work With Them Again
Back together again! Sports legend and current University of Colorado football coach, Deion Sanders has signed back on with clothing apparel giant, Nike. The former reality TV star made an announcement on his Instagram account last week alerting his audience that he is back with Nike. View this post on Instagram A post… Continue reading Deion Sanders Re-Ups With Nike After Vowing to ‘Never’ Work With Them Again