Two kings from Queens, 50 Cent and Nas are set to collaborate on a future project. In an exclusive interview with Billboard magazine, Power executive producer and hip-hop recording artist, 50 Cent acknowledged that he will be teaming up with God’s Son, the Stillmatic rapper, Nas. The two, who both hail from the borough of… Continue reading 50 Cent Returns to Music With Nas on Upcoming ‘King’s Disease 4’ While Working With Dr. Dre on New Album
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Kobe Bryant’s Game-Worn Basketball Jersey From 2008 MVP Season Sells at Auction for $5.8M
A game-worn basketball jersey that was worn by Los Angeles Lakers legend, Kobe Bryant, has reportedly sold for $5.8 million at a recent Sotheby’s auction. According to Sotheby’s, the game-worn basketball jersey from Bryant’s MVP season (2007-2008) set a record for a Kobe Bryant item at the famed auction house. It was the “most valuable… Continue reading Kobe Bryant’s Game-Worn Basketball Jersey From 2008 MVP Season Sells at Auction for $5.8M
Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin Announced as the Winner of NFLPA’s Alan Page Community Award
Buffalo Bills Saftey Damar Hamlin Announced as the Winner of NFLPA’s Alan Page Community Award As he continues to recover from suffering a cardiac arrest while playing in front of a live audience on national television, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has gotten more good news. The defensive player was announced as the NFL Players… Continue reading Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin Announced as the Winner of NFLPA’s Alan Page Community Award
‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ is Disney+ Most-Streamed Marvel Movie Debut
The Black Panther sequel continues to amaze audiences while making history. Disney has announced that Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has broken a record to become the most-watched Marvel film premiere on Disney+ globally. The number is based on how many hours were streamed in its first five days on the platform. The total… Continue reading ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ is Disney+ Most-Streamed Marvel Movie Debut
Ra-Fael Blanco Named SVP of Media Relations & Communications For The SRG-ILS Group
The SRG-ILS Group (Universal Music Group/Virgin Music), proudly announces the promotion of Ra-Fael Blanco from VP of Media Relations to SVP of Media Relations and Communications for the label. Ra-Fael will continue to oversee Public Relations and Media efforts for mega-clients, Chaka Khan, Brian McKnight, Erica Campbell, MaryMary, The Walls Group, UB40, Angie Stone, Raheem… Continue reading Ra-Fael Blanco Named SVP of Media Relations & Communications For The SRG-ILS Group
Jay-Z Renews Partnership With Bacardi in Multi-Billion Dollar Agreement to Continue With D’Usse
After engaging in a disagreement over the amount of a valuation of the D’Usse brand, it’s no longer a Hard Knock Life between Bacardi and hip-hop billionaire, Jay-Z. The two parties announced in a recent press release that both sides have reached a long-term agreement to continue doing business together in the production of the… Continue reading Jay-Z Renews Partnership With Bacardi in Multi-Billion Dollar Agreement to Continue With D’Usse
The Brooklyn Nets Trade Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks
The Brooklyn Nets Trade Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks The Brooklyn Nets Kyrie Irving era is officially over! After requesting another trade for the second time in less than a year, the Brooklyn Nets honored the wish of trading their talented, yet mercurial basketball player. According to multiple reports, Irving will now join another… Continue reading The Brooklyn Nets Trade Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks
Urban One Inc’s Reach Media Announces Ralph Tresvant as Host of ‘Love and R&B’
Today, Urban One Inc’s Reach Media and Radio One announced that Ralph Tresvant, lead singer of famed supergroup New Edition, is now the new host of the network’s long-running syndicated show “Love and R&B,” heard nightly on all affiliate stations, effective February 13. David Kantor, CEO of Urban One’s Reach Media and Radio One audio… Continue reading Urban One Inc’s Reach Media Announces Ralph Tresvant as Host of ‘Love and R&B’
Pittsburgh Steelers Mourn Death of Super Bowl-Winning Running Back Sidney Thornton
A two-time Super Bowl-winning running back who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers has recently passed away according to the team. The NFL team made the announcement that former running back, Sidney Thornton died this week via their Twitter account on Wednesday. “We are saddened by the loss of former Steelers RB Sidney Thornton.” We are… Continue reading Pittsburgh Steelers Mourn Death of Super Bowl-Winning Running Back Sidney Thornton
Damon Dash Disclosed That Jay-Z Offered $1.5M For His Stake In Jay’s First Album, ‘Reasonable Doubt’
Damon Dash Disclosed That Jay-Z Offered $1.5M For His Stake In Jay’s First Album, ‘Reasonable Doubt’ Roc-A-Fella Records, birthed by Damon Dash, Kareem Burks, and Shawn Carter AKA Jay-Z became a hot commodity in part because of the marketing, the business, and of course, the artistry of Jay-Z. Dash revealed recently that many years after… Continue reading Damon Dash Disclosed That Jay-Z Offered $1.5M For His Stake In Jay’s First Album, ‘Reasonable Doubt’
Missy Elliott is First Female Rapper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Missy Elliott is First Female Rapper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Two legendary hip-hop acts have been nominated to be inducted into this year’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced that Virginia native, Missy Elliot and New York City’s very own A Tribe… Continue reading Missy Elliott is First Female Rapper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
During Black History Month, AMC Theatres Offering $5 Tickets for Select Black Movies Like ‘Wakanda Forever’ and ‘Woman King’
If you haven’t gotten the chance to view some current Black movies that may be considered classics in the coming years, now is your chance! According to Variety, in celebration of Black History Month through the end of February, AMC Theatres will be showing several Black movies throughout the month for only $5 per ticket.… Continue reading During Black History Month, AMC Theatres Offering $5 Tickets for Select Black Movies Like ‘Wakanda Forever’ and ‘Woman King’
Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Jalen Hurts Reportedly in Line for ‘Monster Extension’ After Season Ends
With being the starting quarterback for a Super Bowl team, win or lose, Philadelphia Eagles player, Jalen Hurts will be getting a contract extension after the season is officially over according to a report by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Hurts will be entering the last year of his rookie contract where is he scheduled to… Continue reading Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Jalen Hurts Reportedly in Line for ‘Monster Extension’ After Season Ends
Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts Make History As First Two Opposing Black Starting Quarterbacks in Super Bowl
Patrick Mahomes Jalen Hurts Make History As First Two Opposing Black Starting Quarterbacks in Super Bowl Barring injury, history will be made in less than two weeks at the upcoming Super Bowl. For the first time in NFL history, both starting quarterbacks will be of African descent. Plus, Rihanna is the featured halftime performer, making… Continue reading Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts Make History As First Two Opposing Black Starting Quarterbacks in Super Bowl
Reuben Vincent Releases Jamla/Roc Nation Debut Album ‘Love Is War’
REUBEN VINCENT RELEASES JAMLA/ROC NATION DEBUT ALBUM ‘LOVE IS WAR’ ‘LOVE IS WAR’ FEATURES APPEARANCES & PRODUCTION FROM RAPSODY, REASON, DOMANI, 9TH WONDER, YOUNG GURU & THE SOUL COUNCIL ‘LOVE IS WAR’ IS NOW AVAILABLE! January 27, 2023 – (New York, NY) – Reuben Vincent’s Jamla/Roc Nation debut album, Love Is War, is now available!… Continue reading Reuben Vincent Releases Jamla/Roc Nation Debut Album ‘Love Is War’