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
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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
Fat Joe Tried to Get Will Smith to Perform at the BET Hip Hop Awards
Bronx-bred recording artist, Fat Joe was the executive producer of last night’s BET Hip Hop Awards and made a revelation to People magazine. He told the media outlet that he tried to get Will Smith to not only make an appearance but to take the stage as The Fresh Prince. The “Lean Back” rapper felt… Continue reading Fat Joe Tried to Get Will Smith to Perform at the BET Hip Hop Awards
JAY-Z and Mother Dr. Gloria Carter Honored at Brooklyn Public Library Gala
In the year that hip-hop’s 50th anniversary is still being celebrated, the works of JAY-Z are also being continued by the Brooklyn Public Library. The New York City venue played host to an event that honored the Brooklyn billionaire and his mother, Dr. Gloria Carter, on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023. The “Streets is Watching” lyricist… Continue reading JAY-Z and Mother Dr. Gloria Carter Honored at Brooklyn Public Library Gala
Outkast’s ‘Speakerboxxx/The Love Below’ Album Becomes Highest-Selling Hip-Hop Album with 13 Million Units Sold
Move over, Eminem, there are new kings in town! Atlanta hip-hop group, Outkast has just dethroned Marshall Mathers (Eminem’s “The Eminem Show”) for having the highest-selling hip-hop album in history. The duo’s double album, their fifth studio project, “Speakerboxxx/The Love Below” was officially certified as having sold 13 million units. No hip-hop album has ever… Continue reading Outkast’s ‘Speakerboxxx/The Love Below’ Album Becomes Highest-Selling Hip-Hop Album with 13 Million Units Sold
Quincy Jones Honored With State Department’s Inaugural Peace Through Music Award
Entertainment industry stalwart, Quincy Jones received the inaugural Peace Through Music Award from the U.S. Department of State on Sept. 27. The 28-time Grammy-winning producer, musician, and arranger was given the honor as part of the State Department’s new Global Music Diplomacy Initiative. The U.S. Department of State announced that U.S. Secretary of State Antony… Continue reading Quincy Jones Honored With State Department’s Inaugural Peace Through Music Award
Fat Joe Returns as Host of ‘BET Hip Hop Awards’ 2023
GRAMMY® AWARD-NOMINATED ARTIST, ENTREPRENEUR, AND PHILANTHROPIST FAT JOE RETURNS AS HOST & CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF “BET HIP HOP AWARDS” 2023 PREMIERING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET #HIPHOPAWARDS (Host & Co-Executive Producer of “BET Hip Hop Awards” 2023 Fat Joe // Photo Credit: Prince Williams/ Filmmagic/ BET) New York, NY – September… Continue reading Fat Joe Returns as Host of ‘BET Hip Hop Awards’ 2023
JAY-Z’s ‘Book Of Hov’ Exhibit Earns Extension with Lexus Partnership
An additional piece of hip-hop history has been added to The Book Of HOV exhibit that is currently being featured at the Brooklyn Public Library in New York City. Roc Nation has announced that the off-white Lexus that was prominently featured in Jay-Z’s “Dead Presidents II” video which was released in 1996, will be added… Continue reading JAY-Z’s ‘Book Of Hov’ Exhibit Earns Extension with Lexus Partnership
Nicki Minaj Has Double Duties as Host & Performer at 2023 MTV Video Music Awards
On Tuesday night, the Barbz will be happy to see that their queen will be hosting AND performing at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards. According to XXL, Nicki Minaj is set to host the 2023 VMAs that are taking place in Newark, NJ at the Prudential Center on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 8 p.m. Nicki… Continue reading Nicki Minaj Has Double Duties as Host & Performer at 2023 MTV Video Music Awards
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Slated to Receive Global Icon Award at This Year’s MTV Video Music Awards
Another awards show another special award for Sean “Diddy” Combs. Marking his triumphant return to the MTV Video Music Awards stage as he is set to receive the Global Icon Award and perform for the audience. The show will be airing next week on Tuesday, September 12 at 8 PM ET/PT. The VMAs will be… Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Slated to Receive Global Icon Award at This Year’s MTV Video Music Awards
Jonathan Jones Receives the New England Patriots 2023 Ron Burton Community Service Award
A patriot in the community has been acknowledged for the work he does off the football field whenever he is not making plays on it. The New England Patriots have announced that defensive back Jonathan Jones was presented with the 2023 New England Patriots Ron Burton Community Service Award. This honor took place last week… Continue reading Jonathan Jones Receives the New England Patriots 2023 Ron Burton Community Service Award
Toyota HBCU NY Classic to Recognize 2023 Impact Award Recipients
Toyota HBCU NY Classic to Recognize 2023 Impact Award recipients Toyota HBCU New York Classic Recognizes Robert F. Smith, Dia Simms, Janice L. Mathis, Esq., Jacqie McWilliams-Parker and Graham “Skip” Dillard with 2023 Impact Award NEW YORK (August 24, 2023) – The Toyota HBCU New York Classic today announced six individuals, including Robert F. Smith, Dia… Continue reading Toyota HBCU NY Classic to Recognize 2023 Impact Award Recipients