bamX-Black Music Week Launches in Atlanta, May 25–June 2, 2026
bamX coincides with Africa Day, Memorial Day, and Black Music Month
Industry News
Mara Brock Akil Prepares Debut Novel ‘The Revelation of Dionne Daphne’
Mara Brock Akil is releasing The Revelation of Dionne Daphne on Storehouse Voices, an imprint of Crown Publishing on June 30, 2026
Former Soccer Player Jozy Altidore Joins Oklahoma City United Soccer League As Owner
Former soccer player Jozy Altidore has joined the Oklahoma City United Soccer League team as an investor, with plans to relaunch in 2028
Sheryl Lee Ralph’s DIVA Foundation Presents ‘Empowerment, Dating, and Intimacy: Living and Loving with Purpose’
Sheryl Lee Ralph’s DIVA Foundation is proud to announce an upcoming interactive workshop scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University
Seattle Storm Hires Michigan Women’s Basketball General Manager Natalie Achonwa As Assistant Coach
Seattle Storm has just announced the hiring of Natalie Achonwa as an assistant coach. She will join the team for the upcoming 2026 season
Tory Lanez’ Last Chance At Appealing Conviction Rejected
In an attempt to get his conviction overturned, the state’s highest court rejected the appeal petition filed by Tory Lanez
American Basketball Player Jarred Shaw Avoids Death Penalty But Faces Health Challenges in Indonesian Prison
Jarred Shaw, who was playing basketball in Indonesia before being arrested for receiving imported cannabis gummies avoids death penalty
JAY-Z Reissues ‘Dead Presidents’ On 30th Anniversary Of Original Release
JAY-Z released “Dead Presidents” in 1996 and to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release, he has just released the single digitally
GoGo Morrow Releases EP, SET
“SET is my anthem of emotional independence—the soundtrack to my liberation from heartbreak. It’s me rejecting love’s illusions: unapologetic, untouchable, and fully in control of my own story.” – GoGo Morrow
Luther: Never Too Much Premieres on TV One Feb. 22
TV One proudly announces its premiere airing of the critically acclaimed documentary Luther: Never Too Much this Sunday, February 22 at 6PM/5C
Yassie Set to Release Autism Children’s Book, ‘The Way Shawn Sees It’
Every page of The Way Shawn Sees It reflects Yassie’s devotion as a mother and her calling as a storyteller
Los Angeles Lakers Center DeAndre Ayton Detained In The Bahamas After Allegedly Being Caught With Weed
DeAndre Ayton was making a return to the United States after visiting his native Bahamas during the NBA All-Star break
Barack Obama Presidential Center Will Include Full-Length Basketball Court
President Barack Obama has announced that the opening of the Barack Obama Presidential Center will include a full basketball court
Drake Connects With McDonald’s Canada For ‘Afters Meal’
McDonald’s Canada has launched the “Afters Meal” in partnership with Drake and his company, OVO (October’s Very Own).
Atlanta Hawks Prepares For 2nd Annual Culture Fest At State Farm Arena On Feb. 20
The second annual Culture Fest by the Atlanta Hawks will take place on Friday, Feb. 20 at State Farm Arena