Following the second season renewal of its hit original series, “Craig Ross Jr.’s Monogamy,” UMC (Urban Movie Channel) – the first and leading streaming service for Black film and television from AMC Networks’ RLJ Entertainment – announced today a new multi-generational family drama from Dan Garcia, the creator of UMC’s officially Daytime Emmy nominated series… Continue reading UMC (Urban Movie Channel) Announces ‘A House Divided’
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The 34th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Announces Aretha Franklin Tribute
THE 34TH ANNUAL STELLAR AWARDS ANNOUNCES 2019 PERFORMANCE LINEUP FEATURING ALL-STAR TRIBUTE TO ARETHA FRANKLIN Show to Feature a Presentation of the All-new Aretha Franklin ICON Award and Appearances by Kelly Price, Brian Courtney Wilson, Charles Jenkins, Erica Campbell, Jekalyn Carr, Jonathan McReynolds, Kelontae Gavin, Koryn Hawthorne, Maranda Curtis, Regina Belle, Todd Dulaney, Anthony… Continue reading The 34th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Announces Aretha Franklin Tribute
Snoop Dogg and More Appear at Keep Memory Alive’s 23rd Annual Power of Love® Gala
Keep Memory Alive‘s 23rd annual Power of Love® gala at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, March 16 brought top artists and cultural icons Shania Twain, Snoop Dogg, Anthony Anderson, NE-YO, Anthony Mackie, Miguel, Leona Lewis, Bernie Williams, John O’Hurley, Pedro Capó, Greg Phillinganes, Peta Murgatroyd, and more together to honor music legend Lionel Richie and raise… Continue reading Snoop Dogg and More Appear at Keep Memory Alive’s 23rd Annual Power of Love® Gala
‘The DL Hughley Show’ Premieres March 18
THE DL HUGHLEY SHOW PREMIERES ON TV ONE MONDAY, MARCH 18 AT 11/10C PM DL Hughley and Co-Host Jasmine Sanders Helm New Daily Nighttime Talk Show SILVER SPRING, MD – March 11, 2019 – Noted comedian, actor and REACH Media Syndicated Radio host, DL Hughley is bringing his own brand of comedy and commentary… Continue reading ‘The DL Hughley Show’ Premieres March 18
Holland America Line Bestows Award to Oprah Winfrey
At a special gathering on board Nieuw Statendam following the special Girls’ Getaway sailing in partnership with O, The Oprah Magazine, Holland America Line bestowed its Shared Humanity Award on Oprah Winfrey — philanthropist, global media leader and founder and editorial director of the magazine. At the event, Holland America Line presented a $40,000 donation… Continue reading Holland America Line Bestows Award to Oprah Winfrey
Lionel Richie To Headline Summerfest July 2nd with Michael McDonald
Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance announced that Lionel Richie will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater with special guest Michael McDonald on Tuesday, July 2, 2019. This will be the first time Richie has headlined Summerfest as a solo artist. He did perform at Summerfest as part of the Commodores at the Main Stage… Continue reading Lionel Richie To Headline Summerfest July 2nd with Michael McDonald
Angela Bassett Celebrates AA Culture in New Ford TV Ads
Ford Motor Company has released its latest TV spots: “Built Ford Proud: “We Lead” and “Ode to the Builders.” The ad campaign showcases Ford’s F-150, SUV and car lineup, and features the smooth, strong and powerful voice of actress Angela Bassett. UniCulture is the approach to Ford’s newest “Built Ford Proud” ad campaign, featuring… Continue reading Angela Bassett Celebrates AA Culture in New Ford TV Ads
Keke Wyatt to Guest Star in ‘I’ve Cried the Blues’ June 8th
R&B Singer Keke Wyatt Guest Stars in the Musical “I’ve Cried the Blues” at Warner Theatre on June 8th The Musical Story of a Lifetime (Washington, D.C.) February 28, 2019—Playwright Dennis Williams returns to the DMV with one of his most creative productions yet featuring R&B Singer Keke Wyatt. The highly anticipated I’ve Cried the… Continue reading Keke Wyatt to Guest Star in ‘I’ve Cried the Blues’ June 8th
19th Annual Soul Beach Music Festival Announces Lineup
Unveiling a star-studded lineup, The 19th Annual Soul Beach Music Festival hosted by Aruba is jam-packed with artistic luminosity which includes musical performances by John Legend, Charlie Wilson, Ella Mai, H.E.R., the comedic brilliance of Deon Cole and special guest DJ Jazzy Jeff bringing the epitome of lit entertainment to the stage Memorial Day weekend, May… Continue reading 19th Annual Soul Beach Music Festival Announces Lineup
The Impact Network To Launch On Verizon Fios
The Impact Network, the only African American owned and operated Christian television network in the United States, will soon be available on Verizon Fios. The network features programming on urban ministries and gospel lifestyle entertainment. “Verizon’s dedication to diversity is evident, and we’re proud of their ongoing commitment to the African-American community, underscored by the… Continue reading The Impact Network To Launch On Verizon Fios
Lloyd Discusses Murder Inc & Atlantic Records on ‘UNSUNG’
About Lloyd The smooth R&B singer known as just Lloyd became a heartthrob before he even knew how to drive. Introduced to the world through a boy band at the tender age of 10 he would go on to join one of the most notorious record labels of the millennium, Murder Inc, where, under the… Continue reading Lloyd Discusses Murder Inc & Atlantic Records on ‘UNSUNG’
The Living Legends Foundation Announces 9th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
April Fundraiser Renamed for Music Exec A.D. Washington (Los Angeles, CA – February 22, 2019) — The Living Legends Foundation (LLF) is proud to present The Ninth Annual Living Legends Foundation A.D. Washington Scholarship Golf Tournament, Atlanta’s premier entertainment industry golf tournament of 2019. The fundraiser will take place on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at… Continue reading The Living Legends Foundation Announces 9th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
TV One Announces Production of THE BOBBY DEBARGE STORY
TV ONE ANNOUNCES PRODUCTION OF ORIGINAL FILM THE BOBBY DEBARGE STORY STARRING ROSHON FEGAN, BIG BOI, TYRA FERRELL, LLOYD AND ADRIAN MARCEL; DEBUTING JUNE 2019 The Bobby DeBarge Story Chronicles the Life of Falsetto Master and Musical Genius Bobby DeBarge SILVER SPRING, MD – February 19, 2019 – TV One has announced that production is underway in Atlanta for its new original film THE BOBBY DEBARGE STORY, slated to… Continue reading TV One Announces Production of THE BOBBY DEBARGE STORY
Stephen ‘Ragga’ Marley Kicks Off 2019 Acoustic Tour February 25
STEPHEN “RAGGA” MARLEY WILL BEGIN 2019 ACOUSTIC JAMS TOUR ON FEB 25 IN SUPPORT OF HIS NEW EP ONE TAKE: ACOUSTIC JAMS Exclusive Meet & Greet Receptions Expand to 19 Cities & Proceeds Go Towards Ghetto Youths Foundation Mystic Marley Opens Select Dates in March On February 25th, the eight-time GRAMMY-winning musician Stephen “Ragga” Marley will… Continue reading Stephen ‘Ragga’ Marley Kicks Off 2019 Acoustic Tour February 25
Tom Joyner Foundation Fantastic Voyage® Sets Sail April 7th
The original Party with a Purpose® is setting sail on an epic 20th Voyage! The 2019 Tom Joyner Foundation Fantastic Voyage® presented by Denny’s will sail from Miami April 7-14 on the Carnival Magic and make stops in the Caribbean’s Amber Cove, San Juan and St. Thomas. Created as a fundraiser to support students in school at Historically Black… Continue reading Tom Joyner Foundation Fantastic Voyage® Sets Sail April 7th