Urban Legends reissues N*E*R*D’s critically acclaimed, RIAA gold-certified album, Fly or Die, in honor of its 15th anniversary. Featuring the hits “She Wants To Move,” “Maybe,” and “Jump” (featuring Good Charlotte’s Joel Madden and Benji Madden), the album is available now on limited edition 2LP red vinyl. Purchase Fly or Die in the Urban Legends… Continue reading Urban Legends Reissues N*E*R*D’s Sophomore Album ‘Fly Or Die’
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Donald Glover and adidas Originals launch Donald Glover Presents
– Donald Glover Presents is the creative partnership between the multi-talented artist and iconic sportswear brand – – Glover re-imagines classic adidas footwear styles, the Nizza, the Continental 80, and the Lacombe – – Donald Glover Presents is a new series of short films, starring Glover and award-winning Actress-Comedian and Executive Producer Mo’Nique, created by Glover… Continue reading Donald Glover and adidas Originals launch Donald Glover Presents
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Aretha Franklin’s ‘Amazing Grace’ in Theaters April 19
ARETHA FRANKLIN’S “AMAZING GRACE” EXPANDS TO 15 MORE CITIES TODAY AND OPENS WIDE IN THEATERS APRIL 19 (New York, NY – April 12, 2019) – The late “Queen of Soul,” Aretha Franklin is celebrated and remembered as the acclaimed film “Amazing Grace” opens wide in theaters on Friday, April 19, 2019. Distributed by NEON, this… Continue reading Aretha Franklin’s ‘Amazing Grace’ in Theaters April 19
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Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, and ScHoolboy Q to Headline Summerfest on July 7
Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance announced that Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, and ScHoolboy Q will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, closing out the festival on July 7, 2019. It will be the only concert in the country featuring these three rap all-stars. Tickets will go on sale on Friday, April 12, 2019 at… Continue reading Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, and ScHoolboy Q to Headline Summerfest on July 7
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Bryan Popin Secures Deal with United Alliance Music Group (UAMG)
BRYAN POPIN INKS DISTRIBUTION DEAL WITH UAMG/SONY MUSIC/ORCHARD/NEW DAY NEW MUSIC VIDEO “ALL BACK” AVAILABLE NOW FOR DOWNLOAD For Immediate Release: NASHVILLE, TN (Tuesday, April 9, 2019) – – Fresh off the heels of Billboard #1 recording artist and independent label executive, Bryan Popin’s joint business venture with Fred Jerkins’ Darkchild Gospel, Popin and his… Continue reading Bryan Popin Secures Deal with United Alliance Music Group (UAMG)
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Roy Wood Jr. Inks Deal with Comedy Central
Comedy Central today announced a comprehensive development deal with Roy Wood Jr. with a ‘first look’ at content created and/or developed for television and new media, it was announced today by Sarah Babineau and Jonas Larsen, Executive Vice Presidents and Co-Heads of Talent and Development, Comedy Central. In addition to the ‘first-look’ deal with the… Continue reading Roy Wood Jr. Inks Deal with Comedy Central
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TV ONE Highlights Ne-Yo and Glenn Jones On Sunday, April 7
R&B CROONER GLENN JONES AND GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING ENTERTAINER NE-YO FEATURED ON TV ONE’S POPULAR FRANCHISES UNSUNG AND UNCENSORED THIS SUNDAY, APRIL 7 UNSUNG Featuring Glenn Jones Premieres at 9P/8C; Immediately Followed by Ne-Yo on UNCENSORED at 10P/9C (SILVER SPRING, MD) – April 5, 2019 – TV One’s award-winning documentary series UNSUNG airs the… Continue reading TV ONE Highlights Ne-Yo and Glenn Jones On Sunday, April 7
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Boomplay Completes $20 Million Series A Funding
Boomplay, the largest and fastest-growing music streaming service in Africa, announced that it has raised $20 million in Series A funding led by Maison Capital and followed by Seas Capital and other strategic investors. The funding will be used to fuel Boomplay’s continued expansion, with a focus on content acquisition, product optimization, recruitment, and a… Continue reading Boomplay Completes $20 Million Series A Funding
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Gentleman Jack Real to Reel Returns with Omari Hardwick
Gentleman Jack Double Mellowed Tennessee Whiskey together with Codeblack Entertainment announces the return of Gentleman Jack Real to Reel, a national contest showcasing the creativity and talent of up-and-coming Black filmmakers. The winner of the national competition will receive $10,000 and the opportunity to screen their short film at this year’s American Black Film Festival in Miami to an exclusive audience of industry… Continue reading Gentleman Jack Real to Reel Returns with Omari Hardwick
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UMC Renews ‘Craig Ross Jr.’s Monogamy’
Following its record breaking debut in May of last year, UMC (Urban Movie Channel) – the first and leading streaming network for Black TV and film – is excited to announce the return of “Craig Ross Jr.’s Monogamy” for a second season. Created by husband and wife producing team Craig Ross, Jr. and Caryn Ward Ross, the… Continue reading UMC Renews ‘Craig Ross Jr.’s Monogamy’
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UMC (Urban Movie Channel) Announces ‘A House Divided’
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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Billboard Tells William Murphy to ‘Settle Here’ on Top of Gospel Chart
GRAMMY®-NOMINATED RECORDING ARTIST WILLIAM MURPHY GARNERS #1 GOSPEL ALBUM DEBUT WITH SETTLE HERE Nashville, TN (March 25, 2019) – Hitmaker William Murphy has done it again, with his new #1 hit album Settle Here! The Stellar Award-winning, two-time GRAMMY® and Dove Award-nominated recording artist, songwriter and worship leader celebrates the chart-topping debut of Settle… Continue reading Billboard Tells William Murphy to ‘Settle Here’ on Top of Gospel Chart
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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
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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
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‘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
