In an attempt to sway city officials to award them with a gaming license for Times Square after protests from the local community, JAY-Z and Roc-Nation are offering the surrounding community an initial $15 million as part of a $250 million package. Two years ago, Roc-Nation joined SL Green and Caesars Entertainment to announce efforts… Continue reading Jay-Z Sweetens The Pot To Get Communities In Times Square Area To Benefit From Casino
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Nick Cannon, ‘Wild ‘N Out’ Fans, State Farm Arena Donate $25K To Rich Homie Quan’s Family
Atlanta recording artist Rich Homie Quan died on Sept. 5. During a tour stop in Atlanta, multi-hyphenate Nick Cannon and fans of his Wild ‘N Out show donated $25,000 to the dead rapper’s family. According to Rolling Stone, the “Masked Singer” host and his crew did a show at The State Farm Arena where they… Continue reading Nick Cannon, ‘Wild ‘N Out’ Fans, State Farm Arena Donate $25K To Rich Homie Quan’s Family
Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) October 23 and 27
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WHITNEY HOUSTON – THE CONCERT FOR A NEW SOUTH AFRICA (DURBAN) COMING TO CINEMAS WORLDWIDE ON OCTOBER 23 and 27 Trafalgar Releasing and Sony Music Entertainment in Partnership with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music to Bring the Fully Remastered Never-Before-Seen Concert Film to Global Audiences in… Continue reading Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) October 23 and 27
The Stylistics Return to Carnegie Hall on Friday, October 11
THE STYLISTICS PREPARE FOR A TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO CARNEGIE HALL 50 years after its last appearance, the soul group — still going strong — is set to play Carnegie Hall again on Friday, October 11, at 8 pm NEW YORK (September 18, 2024) — The Stylistics, the iconic, hitmaking soul group, will return… Continue reading The Stylistics Return to Carnegie Hall on Friday, October 11
My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Derrick McKinney
To be an independent label is a tiresome job and many don’t have the business acumen to succeed in this industry. But, to be in business since 2011 and to STILL be doing things is a testimony to dedication and business intelligence. Derrick McKinney, co-founder and CEO of L.O.U.D. Muzik (The acronym is Live Out… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Derrick McKinney
Black Eyed Peas: 3008 The Las Vegas Residency
GLOBALLY ACCLAIMED MUSIC GROUP BLACK EYED PEAS ANNOUNCE NEW LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY AT PH LIVE AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO Black Eyed Peas: 3008 The Las Vegas Experience, An Exclusive Residency Lands on the Las Vegas Strip Saturday, February 15, 2025 LAS VEGAS, NV (September 10, 2024) – Multiple GRAMMY-winning, multi-platinum global supergroup Black… Continue reading Black Eyed Peas: 3008 The Las Vegas Residency
NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin Joins ‘It Is What It Is’ As Football Analyst
With the premiere of its latest season, Cameron “Cam’ron” Giles and Mason “Ma$e” Betha have announced that former Dallas Cowboys legend, Michael Irvin has joined the It Is What It Is podcast. The current slate of episodes that started on September 2 signifies the beginning of Season 5 for the popular sports show. Irvin is… Continue reading NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin Joins ‘It Is What It Is’ As Football Analyst
Master P Reacts To Announcement Of Kendrick Lamar Being Named Super Bowl Halftime Performer
2024 has been full of surprises but the year is not over! In an unexpected move, Compton-bred recording artist Kendrick Lamar announced via social media that he will be the featured act for the upcoming Super Bowl taking place in New Orleans in 2025. With the expectation that that prime-time spot would go to one… Continue reading Master P Reacts To Announcement Of Kendrick Lamar Being Named Super Bowl Halftime Performer
JAY-Z Comments On Selecting Kendrick Lamar For Super Bowl Performance But Nicki Minaj Speaks Her Mind On Decision
Hip-hop recording artist Kendrick Lamar has had a great year after the contentious battle with Canadian superstar Drake. It has culminated with the announcement of being named the Super Bowl LIX’s halftime performer on February 9, 2025, in New Orleans. The person responsible for making that decision, JAY-Z has backed it with a statement after… Continue reading JAY-Z Comments On Selecting Kendrick Lamar For Super Bowl Performance But Nicki Minaj Speaks Her Mind On Decision
EBONY HBCU Yard Fest Takes Place on Tuesday, September 24
This fall, EBONY, the iconic and beloved Black-owned media company, will be stomping the yard at Morehouse College for its first-ever EBONY HBCU Yard Fest, a fun-filled collegiate event designed to celebrate and uplift student life at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Set to take place on Tuesday, September 24 from 5-8pm EST, this campus… Continue reading EBONY HBCU Yard Fest Takes Place on Tuesday, September 24
BIG FREEDIA Headlines First-Ever Mass Registration of Women for Clean Economy Jobs in New Orleans
BIG FREEDIA to Headline First-Ever Mass Registration of Women for Clean Economy Jobs in New Orleans Special Guest ANI DIFRANCO and Leyla McCalla to Join Historic Free Event Mobilizing 2,600 Attendees for High-Paying Careers in Louisiana’s Skilled Trades and Clean Economy On September 27, 2024, the Queen of Bounce, Big Freedia, will headline a landmark… Continue reading BIG FREEDIA Headlines First-Ever Mass Registration of Women for Clean Economy Jobs in New Orleans
Lil’ WeezyAna Fest Taking Place on November 2 at Smoothie King Center
LIVE NATION URBAN ANNOUNCES SEVENTH ANNUAL LIL’ WEEZYANA FEST FESTIVITIES TO KICK OFF NOVEMBER 2 @ SMOOTHIE KING CENTER IN NEW ORLEANS, LA LINEUP TO FEATURE A HOT BOYS REUNION WITH LIL WAYNE, JUVENILE, B.G. & TURK, PLUS PERFORMANCES FROM ROB49, MANNIE FRESH & MORE New Orleans, LA (September 3, 2024)—… Continue reading Lil’ WeezyAna Fest Taking Place on November 2 at Smoothie King Center
Tia Mowry: My Next Act Premiering October 4th on We TV
Highly Anticipated New Docuseries Premieres Friday, October 4 Tia Mowry makes her eagerly awaited comeback with a brand-new reality series that pulls back the curtain on her post-divorce transformation, offering unfiltered access to her personal and professional life as she embraces singlehood, motherhood and a thriving career. New York, September 4, 2024 – Today, We… Continue reading Tia Mowry: My Next Act Premiering October 4th on We TV
Keke Palmer’s Saving Our Daughters Partners with Concord Theatricals
Keke Palmer, Saving Our Daughters CONCORD THEATRICALS PARTNERS WITH KEKE PALMER’S SAVING OUR DAUGHTERS’ LITTLE CINDERELLA REPORTERS INITIATIVE The Collaboration Seeks To Inspire Elementary Aged Girls In Career Arts Development New York, NY (August 29, 2024) – Saving Our Daughters, co-founded by actress & philanthropist Keke Palmer, is excited to announce its partnership with Concord… Continue reading Keke Palmer’s Saving Our Daughters Partners with Concord Theatricals
David Alan Grier Covers The Quintessential Gentleman
The Quintessential Gentleman is proud to announce that the legendary actor and cultural icon, David Alan Grier, is the cover star of our highly anticipated Culture Issue. Known for his transformative roles and a career that has spanned over four decades, Grier embodies the essence of impact, legacy, and continued relevance, making him the perfect… Continue reading David Alan Grier Covers The Quintessential Gentleman