Glynn Turman was among the many winners who were recognized at the 6th Annual African American Film Critics Association (AFFCA) TV Honors on August 24 when he received the Legacy Award celebrating his decades-long career as an actor. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the ceremony took place at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel where the AFFCA recognized the… Continue reading Glynn Turman Receives Legacy Award At 2024 AAFCA TV Honors
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NJPAC Presents Social Justice Through Spoken Word with BIG DADDY KANE, MC LYTE, and DUPRÉ DOITALL KELLY
Tickets On-Sale August 30th 2024 REPRESENT! SOCIAL JUSTICE THROUGH SPOKEN WORD WITH SOME OF THE BIGGEST HIP HOP ARTSTS AT NJPAC RAKIM, BIG DADDY KANE, MC LYTE, DUPRÉ DOITALL KELLY, DJ SPINNA, CARIDAD DE LA LUZ (LA BRUJA), MAHOGANY L. BROWNE and TYEHIMBA JESS Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 8PM. $49 – $99 NJPAC Prudential Hall… Continue reading NJPAC Presents Social Justice Through Spoken Word with BIG DADDY KANE, MC LYTE, and DUPRÉ DOITALL KELLY
Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival Announces Finalists For ‘Breakout Comedian of the Year’
BECAUSE THEY’RE FUNNY COMEDY FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR 2024 BREAKOUT COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR COMPETITION WASHINGTON, DC – AUGUST 15, 2024 – NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC, is excited to announce the finalists for the highly anticipated “Breakout Comedian of the Year” competition, part of the second annual Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy… Continue reading Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival Announces Finalists For ‘Breakout Comedian of the Year’
2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands: August 23-25 in Houston
The 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary with an exhilarating lineup of events and performances, spotlighting the rich heritage and vibrant culture of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) marching bands. This year’s event, themed “Celebrating Champions of Culture,” promises a spectacular weekend full of music, education, and… Continue reading 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands: August 23-25 in Houston
Revolt World ‘We Are the Future’ Back in Atlanta September 20th – September 22nd
The three-day, immersive experience will feature live tapings of hit REVOLT shows, exclusive performances, masterclasses, keynote talks, cultural conversations, brand activations, and more ATLANTA, Aug. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — REVOLT, America’s fastest-growing Black-owned multimedia company, is excited to announce the return of REVOLT WORLD, a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the intersection of culture, creativity, and community.… Continue reading Revolt World ‘We Are the Future’ Back in Atlanta September 20th – September 22nd
Manhattan West Announces Street and Club Dance Battle Series
MANHATTAN WEST ANNOUNCES STREET AND CLUB DANCE BATTLE SERIES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WORKS & PROCESS Free and Open to All “Gather Round” on Manhattan West Plaza, Wednesdays in September: Inspired by the Summer Olympics Competitions in Paris and the Debut of Breaking as an Olympic Sport New York, NY (August 14, 2024) — Manhattan West,… Continue reading Manhattan West Announces Street and Club Dance Battle Series
DOPE BBQ Announces 50 Cent To Headline On August 30
DOPE BBQ is thrilled to announce that rapper and entrepreneur 50 Cent will headline and host this year’s event at the Coney Island Art Wall in Brooklyn, NY, on August 30 from 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM. This highly anticipated gathering promises an unforgettable experience with surprise performances, a variety of cultural foods, and engaging… Continue reading DOPE BBQ Announces 50 Cent To Headline On August 30
Morace Landy and Elaine P Allen Landy Discuss Latest R&B Showcase, Vybe Vault RnB
There’s a new R&B showcase in New York City that is destined to cause a shift for artists who have the necessary talent and hustle to make it in the music industry but don’t have the numbers that these labels look for when “scouting” new acts. The premise for this new platform, Vybe Vault RnB,… Continue reading Morace Landy and Elaine P Allen Landy Discuss Latest R&B Showcase, Vybe Vault RnB
Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 Presents Six Characters Through August 25 at Claire Tow Theater in New York City
Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 announced SIX CHARACTERS by Phillip Howze, directed by Dustin Wills, began performances Saturday, July 13, and will play through Sunday, August 25 at the Claire Tow Theater (150 West 65 Street) in New York City. SIX CHARACTERS features CG, Will Cobbs, Seven F. B. Duncombe, Claudia Logan, Julian Robertson, and Seret… Continue reading Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 Presents Six Characters Through August 25 at Claire Tow Theater in New York City
ONE Musicfest Celebrates 15th Anniversary October 26th & 27th at Piedmont Park in Atlanta
Produced by ONE Musicfest in Collaboration with Live Nation Urban The Lineup for the 2024 Music Festival, Features Chart-Topping & Platinum-Selling Artists Cardi B, Gunna, Jill Scott, Victoria Monét, Earth, Wind & Fire, Glorilla, Nelly, Fantasia, Method Man, Young Nudy, Sexyy Red, and Ari LennoxWith More Huge Performances to be Announced! Festival Dates are October… Continue reading ONE Musicfest Celebrates 15th Anniversary October 26th & 27th at Piedmont Park in Atlanta
In The Black Network Announces FAST Channels
IN THE BLACK NETWORK (ITBN), a premiere, free streaming service that highlights Black voices and original stories that are culturally significant and relatable for all audiences, announces new partnerships with Black Enterprise, African Diaspora Network TV, REVOLT Mixtape, HomesteadPlus, Shades of Black, World One TV, and One Culture; adding new FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) channels… Continue reading In The Black Network Announces FAST Channels
Vybe Vault RnB Taking Place September 4th in Brooklyn, NY
VYBE VAULT RNB – THE NEW HOME FOR R&B ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER 4TH SHOWCASE FOR UNSIGNED / INDEPENDENT TALENT NATIONWIDE: SPOTLIGHTING THE FUTURE STARS OF R&B Brooklyn, NY – [July 30, 2024] — Back by popular demand, Vybe Vault RnB, the groundbreaking live talent showcase platform for unsigned talent founded by music industry legend Morace Landy (resume includes working… Continue reading Vybe Vault RnB Taking Place September 4th in Brooklyn, NY
Charles Barkley Unretires From TNT Sports, Renews Commitment to Network
Former NBA player Charles Barkley has had a change of heart and announced that he won’t be retiring from sportscasting after all. In June, the NBA Hall of Famer declared that “no matter what happens, next year is gonna be my last year on television.” But, according to a press release by Warner Bros. Discovery,… Continue reading Charles Barkley Unretires From TNT Sports, Renews Commitment to Network
2024 Caribbean Music Awards Hosted By Spice and Majah Hype
SPICE AND MAJAH HYPE TO HOST 2024 CARIBBEAN MUSIC AWARDS! DI GENIUS, TABOU COMBO, RAVI B, SHERWIN GARDNER, AND MIGHTY SPARROW TO BE HONORED CARIBBEAN MUSIC AWARDS TO TAKE PLACE ON AUGUST 29TH IN BROOKLYN, NEW YORK AT KINGS THEATRE TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT CARIBMUSICAWARDS.COM #CaribMusicAwards #CaribMA New York, NY (July 30, 2024) –… Continue reading 2024 Caribbean Music Awards Hosted By Spice and Majah Hype
Martin Lawrence Preparing ‘Young Martin’ Prequel
It looks like Martin Lawrence has taken a page out of his friend Will Smith’s book and will have a drama version of his hit show, “Martin” but also as a prequel for the long-running comedy series. According to Deadline, Lawrence, along with his production company, RunTelDat, and Marvin Peart‘s WonderHill Studios will be producing… Continue reading Martin Lawrence Preparing ‘Young Martin’ Prequel