Music industry mogul Shanti Das and the American Heart Association are teaming up to bring awareness to heart disease and stroke, the social determinants of health and opportunities to become a volunteer ambassador for community change in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service, Monday, January 16. Das, who is one of… Continue reading Shanti Das Teams Up With the American Heart Association
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The Estate Of Prince Signs Merchandise Agreement With Bravado
Bravado, Universal Music Group’s industry-leading merchandise and brand management company, announced today an agreement with the Estate of Prince Rogers Nelson to serve as the exclusive branding and licensing partner worldwide. With the agreement, Bravado will work closely with the Estate to manage retail and licensing endeavors for Prince’s brand. As one of the most… Continue reading The Estate Of Prince Signs Merchandise Agreement With Bravado
Angela Bassett to Receive American Black Film Institute’s ‘Reel Icon’ Award
Academy Award nominated actress, Angela Bassett, will be honored with the “Reel Icon” award by the American Black Film Institute, at their annual “New, Next, Now Legend” Oscar Week gala for her iconic roles and career achievement as one of cinemas all-time favorite actors, in a poll conducted by American Black Film Institute. The event… Continue reading Angela Bassett to Receive American Black Film Institute’s ‘Reel Icon’ Award
Young Dolph Enlists Lil Yachty to ‘Bagg’ his Upcoming Gelato Mixtape
Announcing His Gelato Mixtape Releasing February 3rd, the King of Memphis Enlists King Boat for Boastful First Single Critical Praise: “Young Dolph has cultivated that formula that makes the bando jump” – XXL “What makes Dolph exemplary is his affinity for memorable hooks and catchy call-and-response punch lines” – Complex “King… Continue reading Young Dolph Enlists Lil Yachty to ‘Bagg’ his Upcoming Gelato Mixtape
‘Caraoke Showdown’ Hosted By Craig Robinson Premieres Thursday, January 12
“CARAOKE SHOWDOWN” HOSTED BY CRAIG ROBINSON PREMIERES THURSDAY, JANUARY 12 AT 10:30pm ET/PT ON SPIKE More About “Caraoke Showdown” “Caraoke Showdown” takes groups of passengers on a musical journey to win money by competing in a variety of karaoke-style challenges. Throughout various rounds of game play, contestants compete for cash by belting out their… Continue reading ‘Caraoke Showdown’ Hosted By Craig Robinson Premieres Thursday, January 12
Marty Grimes Releases ‘All Good’ Announces Tour
Produced by KDE and Premiered by HipHopDX, “All Good” is the Latest Single From Marty Grimes’ Upcoming Martyjuana Project Critical Praise: “Grimes expanded his range both lyrically and musically, while staying true to his Bay roots…This more vulnerable approach seems to have resonated with fans.” – East Bay Express The Song: Though… Continue reading Marty Grimes Releases ‘All Good’ Announces Tour
Taye Johnson Signs with Affluent Records
WWW.AFFLUENTRECORDS.COM Oscar Sanchez signs Urban Pop Soul artist TAYE JOHNSON to Affluent Records New York City music executive & producer Oscar Sanchez is getting ready to launch 2017 with a major impact upon recently signing R&B pop Soul singer TAYE JOHNSON. “Taye is one of the most unique artists that I have… Continue reading Taye Johnson Signs with Affluent Records
Diplo And Nas To Perform At Rolling Stone Live
On Saturday, February 4, Rolling Stone, who is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, will host one of the hottest, most exclusive events during the biggest weekend in sports – Rolling Stone Live: Houston, with special performances by Grammy-nominated producer, DJ, Mad Decent label head and member of both Major Lazer and Jack Ü –… Continue reading Diplo And Nas To Perform At Rolling Stone Live
Big Sean to Release New Album, I DECIDED, on February 3, 2017
BIG SEAN ANNOUNCES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM, I DECIDED., ARRIVING FEBRUARY 3RD ON G.O.O.D. MUSIC/DEF JAM RECORDINGS ! FOLLOW-UP TO HIS CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED PLATINUM #1 ALBUM DARK SKY PARADISE ! PRE-ORDERS NOW LIVE: FANS RECEIVE “BOUNCE BACK” & “MOVES” UPON PURCHASE OF ALBUM “BOUNCE BACK” BLASTS TO TOP 15 ON URBAN AND RHYTHMIC CHARTS! Pre-order Big Sean’s I DECIDED.: http://smarturl.it/IDecided … Continue reading Big Sean to Release New Album, I DECIDED, on February 3, 2017
Women Doing It Big (WDIB) Conference Taking Place January 14-15, 2017 in NYC
Percy “Master P” Miller will conduct a master class, sharing his expertise on “How To Build A Mega Empire” at the upcoming Women Doing It Big (WDIB) Conference, which kicks off January 14, 2017. The mogul is just one of many of the television and music personalities who are going to inspire the hundreds of attendees who will participate… Continue reading Women Doing It Big (WDIB) Conference Taking Place January 14-15, 2017 in NYC
Bounce TV Acquires The Trumpet Awards
Bounce TV has acquired all assets of The Trumpet Awards, the prestigious annual event celebrating African-American achievements and contributions, in an agreement with The Trumpet Awards Foundation announced today. Bounce TV, the fastest-growing African-American network on television, will now own, produce and world premiere the star-studded event annually. Bounce TV will also syndicate The Trumpet… Continue reading Bounce TV Acquires The Trumpet Awards
‘Almost Christmas’ on Digital HD January 24, 2017
An extended family reunites for the holidays and must survive their time at home in the hilarious Almost Christmas, arriving on Digital HD January 24, 2017 and on Blu-ray , DVD and On Demand on February 7, 2017 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. A new comedy from writer/director David E. Talbert (Baggage Claim) and producer… Continue reading ‘Almost Christmas’ on Digital HD January 24, 2017
17th Annual Soul Beach Music Festival Featuring Usher and The Roots
Feel the breeze and ‘get caught’ up with the 17th Annual Soul Beach Music Festival hosted by Aruba, featuring multi-award winner and worldwide phenomenon Usher and prolific Grammy award-winning icons The Roots, set to deliver amped-up main stage concert performances sure to make spirits soar this Memorial Day weekend, May 24-29, 2017. Soul Beach Music… Continue reading 17th Annual Soul Beach Music Festival Featuring Usher and The Roots
Tyler Perry and Madea are Back
EVERYONE’S FAVORITE WISE-CRACKING AUNT STARTS THE PARTY & SKIPS THE PO-PO IN TWO HILARIOUS FILMS ON BLU-RAY, DVD & DIGITAL HD JANUARY 31 FROM LIONSGATE Website: www.madeamovies.com (SANTA MONICA, CA) – December 14, 2016 – Kick off the new year and those well-intentioned resolutions with the Matriarch herself in Tyler Perry’s Boo! A Madea Halloween on Blu-ray (plus Digital HD), DVD,… Continue reading Tyler Perry and Madea are Back
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and DeLeón Tequila Partner With Billboard
Sean “Diddy” Combs and DeLeón Tequila officially announce a partnership with Billboard that includes the introduction of the DeLeón 100. The DeLeón 100 will recognize 100 trailblazers nationwide. Individuals selected to this elite group will embody the essence of the DeLeón brand and exhibit determination to bring their craft to #thenextlevel. The new campaign reinforces… Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and DeLeón Tequila Partner With Billboard