Category: Industry News

Elle Varner Joins Marsha Ambrosius on NYLA Tour

Elle Varner joins Marsha Ambrosius on her Nyla Tour in Select Cities Marsha Ambrosius is taking NYLA on the road once again on her own U.S. tour. The songstress just hopped off of Maxwell’s 50 Intimate Nights Tour and now she’s taking her latest album to more fans on her upcoming 29-city tour. She’ll be… Continue reading Elle Varner Joins Marsha Ambrosius on NYLA Tour

Harlem Globetrotters To Honor Three Former Greats

The world famous Harlem Globetrotters announced today that the team will honor three former greats as Globetrotter Legends, the team’s highest honor short of jersey retirement, at upcoming stops on their 2019 Fan Powered North American Tour. The three stars—Michael “Wild Thing” Wilson, Matt “Showbiz” Jackson, and Osborne “Goose” Lockhart—played a combined 48 seasons and… Continue reading Harlem Globetrotters To Honor Three Former Greats

Legends Live Atlanta Featuring Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, The Isley Brothers and Keke Wyatt

The “Legends Live Atlanta,” concert will kick off the Big Game Weekend, Friday, February 1st at the Georgia International Convention Center, located at 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA. Doors open at 5:45 PM, the show begins promptly at 7:00 PM. “Legends Live Atlanta” boasts a powerful line-up, which includes the legendary Maze Featuring… Continue reading Legends Live Atlanta Featuring Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, The Isley Brothers and Keke Wyatt

Ann Marie is ‘Tripolar 2’

Chicago Chanteuse Ann Marie Announces Tripolar 2 Album, With an Appearance From Yung Bleu, Releasing on January 9th The Rising R&B Superstar Teams with YK Osiris For the Video for the Lead Single “Secret” The Announcement: Rising through the Chicago R&B scene on the strength of her brash attitude and soulful vocals, Ann Marie is ready to take… Continue reading Ann Marie is ‘Tripolar 2’

Urban Movie Channel Goes ‘Beyond The Pole’

UMC – URBAN MOVIE CHANNEL SET TO PREMIERE NEW DOCU-SERIES SERIES “BEYOND THE POLE” First Episode Began Streaming Thursday, January 3rd, 2019 on UMC.tv Building off the success of the summer docu-series Naked Hustle, UMC – Urban Movie Channel (www.UMC.tv), the go to streaming service for the best in Black film and television, continues to expand its original programming slate with the… Continue reading Urban Movie Channel Goes ‘Beyond The Pole’

Elaquent’s ‘Blessing In Disguise’

Elaquent Announces New Album BLESSING IN DISGUISE + free single Onigiri ELAQUENT blessing in disguise Mello Music Group is proud to announce Elaquent‘s first album with MMG “Blessing In Disguise” out February 22nd. Blessing in Disguise, the new album from the Guelph-bred producer Elaquent, merges the digital with the physical in a way that makes each… Continue reading Elaquent’s ‘Blessing In Disguise’

Bounce’s New Sitcom ‘LAST CALL’ to Premiere Monday, Jan. 14

  Last Call, Bounce’s New Original Comedy Series from  Roger Bobb (Tyler Perry’s House of Payne), to Premiere Monday, January 14 with Two Episodes Airing at 9pm and 9:30pm ET   Stars Charles Malik Whitfield (Empire), T.C. Carson (Living Single), Carl Payne (Martin), Brely Evans (Being Mary Jane), Mishon Ratliff (Lincoln Heights), and Erica Page (Office… Continue reading Bounce’s New Sitcom ‘LAST CALL’ to Premiere Monday, Jan. 14

Hot97’s Ebro Joins Apple Music

According to Billboard, Hot 97’s Ebro Darden (Ebro in the Morning) has been hired as Apple Music’s Global Editorial Head of Hip-Hop and R&B. Darden explains, “First things first is making sure that we’re firing on all cylinders in the best way possible, helping consumers find the music that they love and also helping artists… Continue reading Hot97’s Ebro Joins Apple Music

Elaquent Signs with Mello Music

Elaquent Signs w/ MMG + New Single Vices Mello Music Group is proud to announce the signing of Canadian producer Elaquent to a new multi-album deal.  We’ve been keeping it under wraps for a minute but can finally share it with the world. As for the signing, Elaquent says, “Really happy to be part of the… Continue reading Elaquent Signs with Mello Music

Lil Durk Presents: Only The Family Involved Vol. 2

Featuring King Von’s Buzzing Hit “Crazy Story,” the Mixtape Boasts Guest Appearances From YNW Melly, Sada Baby, and Tee Grizzley, as Well as Showcases for OTF Signees OTF Ikey, Doodie Lo, Booka600 & Others Critical Praise for Lil Durk: “Unshackled from any kind of outline, Durk’s pen game shines. His rise was dotted with blood-soaked tales that summarized much… Continue reading Lil Durk Presents: Only The Family Involved Vol. 2

BLACK ENTERPRISE Announces The 50 Best Companies For Diversity

BLACK ENTERPRISE, in partnership with The Executive Leadership Council, has released its listing of the “50 Best Companies for Diversity” as featured in the publication’s November/December 2018 issue, which focuses on Diversity and Inclusion in corporate America. The companies singled out for distinction demonstrated a significant commitment to diversity in four key areas: board of directors, employee base, senior management,… Continue reading BLACK ENTERPRISE Announces The 50 Best Companies For Diversity

Nicki Minaj Announces The Nicki Wrld Tour Featuring Juice Wrld

Nicki Minaj has announced The Nicki WRLD Tour which will get its start in Germany on February 21 and finish in Switzerland on March 28. She is bringing along Chicago rapper, Juice Wrld “I’m so excited to bring the full Nicki Minaj experience to my fans in Europe,” said MINAJ. “I have been carefully crafting… Continue reading Nicki Minaj Announces The Nicki Wrld Tour Featuring Juice Wrld

Maverick Carter Joins Live Nation Entertainment’s Board Of Directors

  Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) announced the election of Maverick Carter to its Board of Directors. With a wealth of experience across the business, marketing, entertainment, and media sectors, Carter has become an important figure in the sports and talent landscape. As LeBron James’ longtime business manager, Carter is credited with guiding James’ history-making… Continue reading Maverick Carter Joins Live Nation Entertainment’s Board Of Directors

Tyga, G-Eazy, Rae Sremmurd and Goldlink Join MTV’s SnowGlobe

G-Eazy, Goldlink, Kaskade, Rae Sremmurd, Tyga and Ashe join MTV’s SnowGlobe lineup Tickets are going fast for New Year’s hottest music festival featuring Above & Beyond, Diplo, Eric Prydz, Rezz, RL Grime and many more SnowGlobe tickets  NEW YORK, NY — December 19th, 2018 — Music powerhouses G-Eazy, Goldlink, Kaskade, Rae Sremmurd, Tyga and Ashe will… Continue reading Tyga, G-Eazy, Rae Sremmurd and Goldlink Join MTV’s SnowGlobe

Cheo Hodari Coker Nets Amazon Deal

According to The Hollywood Reporter, former Netflix showrunner, Cheo Hodari Coker has signed a deal with rival Amazon. The former music journalist was previosuly showrunner for just recently canceled Marvel’s Luke Cage. Coker will develop and produce TV projects under his Fighting 99th Entertainment banner. “Amazon is the future, and their bespoke, specific approach to… Continue reading Cheo Hodari Coker Nets Amazon Deal

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