Disney’s sponsorship of RICE is part of its commitment to invest in entrepreneurs and small business owners across the country ATLANTA, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) announced today that Disney Experiences renewed, for the third consecutive year, its commitment to RICE’s Supply Chain Accelerator Program (SCAP), which prepares Black entrepreneurs… Continue reading Disney Increases Contributions to Russell Center Programs for Black Entrepreneurs
Category: Awards/Honors
Metro Boomin Received St. Louis’ Key To The City And Acknowledges Single Mothers In Honor Of Late Mother
Last week, St. Louis honored music producer, Leland Wayne, better known as Metro Boomin, when he was given the Keys to the City. While getting this acknowledgment, the city also declared Dec. 14 “Leland “Metro Boomin” Wayne Day” and “Leslie Joanne Single Mothers and Caregivers Appreciation Day” in honor of the producer’s late mother. The… Continue reading Metro Boomin Received St. Louis’ Key To The City And Acknowledges Single Mothers In Honor Of Late Mother
Georgia Public Broadcasting Announces Inaugural Jazz Music Awards on January 1, 2024
PBS Member Station Georgia Public Broadcasting Announces the Broadcast of the Inaugural Jazz Music Awards on January 1, 2024 With Hosts Dee Dee Bridgewater and Delroy Lindo, Under the Musical Direction of Terri Lyne Carrington Eight Powerful Performances by Today’s Jazz Luminaries including Internationally Renowned Artists Dianne Reeves, Kenny Garrett, Orrin Evans, Ledisi, Somi, Lizz… Continue reading Georgia Public Broadcasting Announces Inaugural Jazz Music Awards on January 1, 2024
KRS-One Explains Why He Turned Down ‘A GRAMMY Salute To 50 Years Of Hip-Hop’
This year there were many celebrations for the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Yet, there have been many recording artists who have a historic place in this genre who have not been happy with the bastardization of the culture, specifically among corporate entities. The latest hip-hop artist to make his thoughts known, Boogie Down Productions’ KRS-One… Continue reading KRS-One Explains Why He Turned Down ‘A GRAMMY Salute To 50 Years Of Hip-Hop’
The Chicago Bulls Will Present Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, And Others With Their Inaugural Ring of Honor
This should be an interesting ceremony when the Chicago Bulls present their inaugural class for the organization’s new Ring of Honor, which will be implemented in January 2024. According to the Chicago Bulls, there will be 13 individuals being honored along with the 1995-96 NBA Championship team. Included in the honors will be players, executives,… Continue reading The Chicago Bulls Will Present Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, And Others With Their Inaugural Ring of Honor
APGA Tour And BCGCA To Award $10,000 In Scholarships To Black College Golfers Through The Greg Bowles Scholarship Fund
Officials from the Advocates Professional Golf Association (APGA) and the Black College Golfers Coaches Association (BCGCA) today announced the establishment of the Greg Bowles Scholarship Fund. Through this program, the APGA Tour will provide a total of $10,000 to four black college golfers – one male and one female will each receive a $3,000 scholarship,… Continue reading APGA Tour And BCGCA To Award $10,000 In Scholarships To Black College Golfers Through The Greg Bowles Scholarship Fund
Kevin Hart Announced As The 25th Recipient Of The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize
Comedian and entrepreneur, Kevin Hart has just been announced as the 25th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will honor the Philadelphia comedian in a gala that will take place on March 24, 2024. “To be honored in this commemorative year feels surreal,”… Continue reading Kevin Hart Announced As The 25th Recipient Of The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize
LL Cool J Inducts DJ Kool Herc Into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
In 2021, LL Cool J was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Two years later, he inducted the godfather of hip-hop, DJ Kool Herc. Along with Missy Elliot, The Spinners, Chaka Khan and Don Cornelius, the man who is credited with starting the culture of hip-hop were all inducted into this year’s… Continue reading LL Cool J Inducts DJ Kool Herc Into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
Oakland Renames Section Of MacArthur Boulevard Tupac Shakur Way
With a possible conviction for the killing of Tupac Shakur looming, the slain entertainer continues to get the recognition that escaped him when he was still alive. A street that the “All Eyez On Me” rapper lived on for some time in Oakland in the 90s was recently renamed on Friday, Nov. 3 to Tupac… Continue reading Oakland Renames Section Of MacArthur Boulevard Tupac Shakur Way
50 Cent Earns First RIAA Certified Diamond Record With ‘In Da Club’
Go 50, it’s your birthday! 50 Cent has been riding the success of his TV shows while getting in some performances on his Final Lap Tour this year. Now he can add to his celebratory career the addition of a certified Diamond plaque to his catalog of music. The “Get Rich or Die Tryin” entertainer… Continue reading 50 Cent Earns First RIAA Certified Diamond Record With ‘In Da Club’
NHL’s First Black Player, Willie O’Ree Gets His Flowers With Canada Post Commemorative Stamp
The first Black hockey player to appear in a National Hockey League (NHL) game has been recently honored with his own commemorative Canadian stamp. According to NHL.com, Willie O’Ree who debuted with the Boston Bruins in 1958 as the first Black player in league history is being honored by Canada Post with a postage stamp. The… Continue reading NHL’s First Black Player, Willie O’Ree Gets His Flowers With Canada Post Commemorative Stamp
Canada Post Issues Commemorative Stamp of Willie O’Ree National Hockey League’s First Black Player
Stamp pays tribute to the first Black player of the National Hockey League® EDMONTON, AB, Oct. 28, 2023 /CNW/ – Canada Post issued a new commemorative stamp honouring the life and legacy of Willie O’Ree, the National Hockey League’s first Black player. The stamp was unveiled at an event Saturday in Edmonton as part of… Continue reading Canada Post Issues Commemorative Stamp of Willie O’Ree National Hockey League’s First Black Player
Bun B’s Trill Tenders Take Top Honors at Tenderfest in Los Angeles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bun B’s new Trill Tenders win top honors at Tenderfest in Los Angeles Ownership team behind Trill Burgers, GMA’s “Best Burger in America,” named winner of the ConTender Contest at world’s largest chicken tender festival HOUSTON (Oct. 24, 2023) – Trill Tenders – co-owned by Texas rap legend and… Continue reading Bun B’s Trill Tenders Take Top Honors at Tenderfest in Los Angeles
Atlanta Proclaims October 17 Gucci Mane Day
Now, recording artist, Gucci Mane can brag about having his own official day in his hometown of the city of Atlanta. On the day of his latest album release, Gucci was given a proclamation declaring that October 17 will now be known as Gucci Mane Day. An Instagram post by DJ Akademiks confirms the plaque… Continue reading Atlanta Proclaims October 17 Gucci Mane Day
E-40 Expected to Receive Key to City of Vallejo
In recognition of his contributions to the music industry, another hip-hop legend is primed to receive the key to the city of his hometown. According to the San Francisco Chronicle, Earl Stevens, known professionally as E-40 is slated to receive a key to his hometown of Vallejo, Calif. if the city council agrees with the… Continue reading E-40 Expected to Receive Key to City of Vallejo