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
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
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
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
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’
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’
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
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
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
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
Jermaine Dupri Becomes Co-Owner of Slush Naturals
The Slush Naturals Company, Inc., a purveyor of vegan certified, Non-GMO Project Verified, all-natural beverages infused with fruit/vegetable juices and plant essence, is happy to announce that GRAMMY® Award-winning producer, Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, recording artist, TV star and So So Def’s founder, Jermaine Dupri has become a minority shareholder. “Slush Naturals® proudly creates… Continue reading Jermaine Dupri Becomes Co-Owner of Slush Naturals