Warner Bros. Discovery recently announced that the company has named Lisa Collins as Group Vice President, overseeing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) employee initiatives across North America. Collins will be reporting to Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Asif Sadiq. In a written statement, Collins said, “I am thrilled to join the DEI team. Under… Continue reading Lisa Collins Named North America DEI Group VP at Warner Bros. Discovery
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RUN DMC Announces New York City Pop-Up
RUN DMC Announces New York City Pop-Up Coinciding with the Group’s Return to Headline the Hip-Hop 50 Live Concert NEW YORK, NEW YORK 1 AUGUST, 2023 – RUN DMC, one of the most influential acts in the history of American Hip Hop culture, has announced a pop-up and art installation experience in partnership with adidas Originals,… Continue reading RUN DMC Announces New York City Pop-Up
Wilt Chamberlain’s 1972 NBA Finals Jersey Expected to Fetch a Record-Setting $4M at Sotheby’s Auction
Wilt Chamberlain’s Finals Jersey Expected to Fetch a Record-Setting $4 Million at Sotheby’s Auction A game-worn Los Angeles Lakers basketball jersey is expected to fetch more than $4 million in an upcoming auction by Sotheby’s. According to NBA.com, Sotheby’s predicts that the Lakers jersey worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 season should set a… Continue reading Wilt Chamberlain’s 1972 NBA Finals Jersey Expected to Fetch a Record-Setting $4M at Sotheby’s Auction
Brooklyn Brewery Launching Limited Edition Brooklyn Lager Featuring Notorious B.I.G.
With practically everyone celebrating the 50th anniversary of the culture called hip-hop, another entity will do so by featuring one of the rappers that some considered the greatest. Brooklyn Brewery has just announced that in celebration of hip-hop, it is releasing a limited edition Brooklyn Lager that will feature Brooklyn’s own Notorious B.I.G. Karli Bainbridge,… Continue reading Brooklyn Brewery Launching Limited Edition Brooklyn Lager Featuring Notorious B.I.G.
Mary J. Blige Adds Radio Show Host to Resume
Mary J. Blige Adds Radio Show Host to Resume Mary J. Blige does not seem like she is stopping her hustle anytime soon. In an Instagram post last week, Funkmaster Flex revealed that the “Real Love” singer will have her own radio show on New York City’s own WBLS radio station. “ITS OFFICIAL! WE WELCOME… Continue reading Mary J. Blige Adds Radio Show Host to Resume
Jamaica’s Reggae Girlz Make History by Advancing to Round of 16 in Women’s World Cup
Something has happened in the Woman’s World Cup that no one expected or even predicted. Jamaica has advanced to the Round of 16 for the very first time. According to The Associated Press, Jamaica is going to the knockout round for the first time since entering the tournament. The team battled to a 0-0 draw… Continue reading Jamaica’s Reggae Girlz Make History by Advancing to Round of 16 in Women’s World Cup
Flo Rida Purchases Miami Gardens Retail Plaza For $10M
Flo Rida has made a purchase in the neighborhood he grew up in to expand his business portfolio. According to AllHipHop, Tramar Lacel Dillard, better known as Flo Rida, has bought a retail plaza in Miami Gardens for $10 million. The recording artist made the purchase along with his business manager, Lee “Freezy” Prince. The… Continue reading Flo Rida Purchases Miami Gardens Retail Plaza For $10M
RadicalMedia Brings On Candice Cook Simmons as Chief Strategy Officer
CANDICE COOK SIMMONS JOINS RADICALMEDIA AS CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER RadicalMedia, the production company behind recent Academy Award-winner “Summer of Soul”, HBO’s “Spring Awakening”, and “Hamilton” on Disney+, welcomes top New York City attorney and business strategist, Candice Cook Simmons, as Chief Strategy Officer. New York, New York – July XX, 2022 – RadicalMedia,… Continue reading RadicalMedia Brings On Candice Cook Simmons as Chief Strategy Officer
Jay-Z Preparing to Bid on English Premier League Team, Tottenham Hotspur
Billionaire hip-hop recording artist, Jay-Z has his eyes on a professional football team and is ready to make a substantial bid on it. According to Daily Express US, the Brooklyn businessman is interested in purchasing a team in the English Premier League. The team, Tottenham Hotspur, may need a new owner soon as the current… Continue reading Jay-Z Preparing to Bid on English Premier League Team, Tottenham Hotspur
REVOLT WORLD Takes Place Friday, September 22nd – Sunday, September 24th in Atlanta
The interactive three-day event will feature top REVOLT shows, live performances, brand activations, masterclasses, networking opportunities, and more ATLANTA, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Today, REVOLT, America’s fastest-growing Black-owned multimedia empire, is thrilled to announce a first-of-its-kind event that reimagines the intersection of culture and creativity, REVOLT WORLD. Set to take place in Atlanta from Friday,… Continue reading REVOLT WORLD Takes Place Friday, September 22nd – Sunday, September 24th in Atlanta
A Documentary About Jean-Michel Basquiat is Reportedly in the Works
An upcoming documentary is in the works that will be about Jean-Michel Basquiat and his artwork. According to Deadline, the documentary, named “King Pleasure“, will be produced by Boardwalk Pictures and Quinn Wilson, who is the former creative director for Lizzo. The project is slated to start this summer. The artist and his work are still celebrated amongst the… Continue reading A Documentary About Jean-Michel Basquiat is Reportedly in the Works
Bow Wow Denies Taking Money From Young Rapper Expecting Verse From Him
Hip-hop recording artist Chad Moss, who we know as Bow Wow has been hit with a lawsuit stating he scammed a rapper out of some coins. Yet, Bow Wow is rehashing the Shaggy hit song and saying, “It Wasn’t Me!” According to TMZ, the “Like Mike” star is being sued by the father of a… Continue reading Bow Wow Denies Taking Money From Young Rapper Expecting Verse From Him
This Weekend’s Welterweight Matchup Between Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford Will Bring Both Boxers Big Bucks
This Weekend’s Welterweight Matchup Between Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford Will Bring Both Boxers Big Bucks In the world of boxing, there has not been an undisputed welterweight champion since 2005 when Brooklyn’s own Zab Judah held that title. Now, this weekend in Las Vegas, there will be one! According to Boardroom, this weekend,… Continue reading This Weekend’s Welterweight Matchup Between Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford Will Bring Both Boxers Big Bucks
Zion Williamson and Family Sued Over Non-Payment of $2M Loan from Tech Company
The professional basketball career of Zion Williamson, who was once touted as the next big thing in the NBA, has not been going as well as originally planned. The oft-injured New Orleans Pelicans’ center has been a letdown on the court and now he is facing a lawsuit over a loan that has not been… Continue reading Zion Williamson and Family Sued Over Non-Payment of $2M Loan from Tech Company
DJ Khaled Donates $20K to Children’s Charity Through Celebrity Golf Tournament
The charitable arm of Miami-based celebrity DJ Khaled has been extended once again this week. According to Local 10 News, the “We The Best” music producer was at the Miami Beach Golf Club on Thursday at a celebrity golf tournament to mingle and play on the green with other celebrities and esteemed individuals. While there,… Continue reading DJ Khaled Donates $20K to Children’s Charity Through Celebrity Golf Tournament