Category: Culture

Wu-Tang Video Director to Release Gritty “Killa Hill” Docuseries

Method Man, Raekwon, Cappadonna and The Wire’s Hassan Johnson lend their voices to new “Killa Hill” docuseries airing on Tubi TV April 1, 2025.

36th Honda Campus All-Star Challenge

Over 200 students and coaches from 32 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are gearing up to compete in the 36th Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC)

Hawaii Proclaims Feb. 14 ‘One Love Day’ In Celebration Of Bob Marley

In celebrating the 80th birthday of Jamaican legend Bob Marley,  the governor of Hawaii proclaimed Feb. 14 as “One Love Day.” According to Spectrum News, the proclamation was made by Gov. Josh Green to honor Marley, who was born on Feb. 6, 1945. It was signed at the Hawaii State Capitol with two of Marley’s… Continue reading Hawaii Proclaims Feb. 14 ‘One Love Day’ In Celebration Of Bob Marley

Hip-Hop Legend Ralph McDaniels Celebrating 66th Birthday With Concert At Brooklyn Bowl

A celebration is about to take place for a legendary hip-hop purveyor in the city of New York as Video Music Box’s Ralph McDaniels will be curating a birthday concert for his 66th Birthday in the borough of Brooklyn. The concert will take place on Thursday, February 27th, at Brooklyn Bowl. The Video Music Box… Continue reading Hip-Hop Legend Ralph McDaniels Celebrating 66th Birthday With Concert At Brooklyn Bowl

National CARES Mentoring Movement’s 10th Annual For The Love Of Our Children Gala March 6th in New York City

Taraji P. Henson, Tina Knowles, Drs. Yusef Salaam & Iyanla Vanzant to be Honored at National CARES Mentoring Movement’s 10th Annual For The Love Of Our Children Gala on March 6th in New York City   The Gala Celebrates Those Who Have Devoted Themselves to Helping Our Children Heal and Soar at a Time When Black Child… Continue reading National CARES Mentoring Movement’s 10th Annual For The Love Of Our Children Gala March 6th in New York City

February 5: 26th Super Bowl Soulful Celebration Hosted by Bill Bellamy and Rocsi Diaz

Star-Studded 26th Annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration Hosted by Bill Bellamy and Rocsi Diaz Honors Michael Strahan, Cameron Jordan, Jared Verse and More on Wednesday, February 5     With Performances by The Isley Brothers, Yolanda Adams, Master P, Lucky Daye, Big Freedia, Muni Long, Trombone Shorty, Jonathan McReynolds, Tori Kelly and NFL Players Choir, Super… Continue reading February 5: 26th Super Bowl Soulful Celebration Hosted by Bill Bellamy and Rocsi Diaz

My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Yvette N. Harris

Yvette N. Harris is a seasoned PR storyteller and media strategist, the visionary behind Harris Public Relations, a purpose-driven boutique PR firm. With more than 25 years of experience, Yvette’s career began at the United States Environmental Protection Agency in 1990. A native New Yorker, astute businesswoman, and single mother, she stands out for her… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Yvette N. Harris

Harlem’s Rucker Park Designated As National Commemorative Site

Harlem’s famed basketball playground, Rucker Park has recently been designated as a National Commemorative Site after local politicians proposed the acknowledgment leading to President Biden signing the bill into law. New York Democratic Senator Charles Schumer and Democratic Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) announced that the popular New York City playground was recognized through the Holcombe Rucker Park… Continue reading Harlem’s Rucker Park Designated As National Commemorative Site

The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce Honors Dr. Phylicia Rashad

HARLEM WEEK Historic Honoree Dr. Phylicia Rashad accepting her award.

GHCC HONORS PHYLICIA RASHAD AT FESTIVE ‘END OF YEAR RECEPTION’ Tony Award-Winning Actress Recognized as an Historic HARLEM WEEK Leader In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of HARLEM WEEK, The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce hosted an “End of Year Reception” where it saluted one of its Four Historic Honorees and recognized other legends. The… Continue reading The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce Honors Dr. Phylicia Rashad

BET Announces Premiere of ‘BET Year in Black 2024’ on Sunday, December 29

     BET ANNOUNCES PREMIERE OF “BET YEAR IN BLACK 2024,” PRESENTED BY FORD —AN ENTERTAINING RECAP OF THE YEAR’S MOST UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS IN BLACK CULTURE   Hosted by CBS News Anchor Jericka Duncan, The One-Hour Special, Premieres Sunday, December 29, at 7 PM ET/PT on BET and BET HER (Pictured: Muni Long dazzles in… Continue reading BET Announces Premiere of ‘BET Year in Black 2024’ on Sunday, December 29

Memphis May Be Getting A Hip-Hop Museum

Memphis, Tenn. has a rich history in soul music, but over the past couple of decades, hip-hop has also made an indelible mark. So much so that the city is proposing a permanent museum that will dedicate and acknowledge the music and the culture behind the genre that has come from Bluff City. According to… Continue reading Memphis May Be Getting A Hip-Hop Museum

‘Grief Not Guilty: Reclaiming My Time’ – A Transformative Art Exhibition by Gary Tyler

The Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum Presents: “Grief Not Guilty: Reclaiming My Time” – A Transformative Art Exhibition by Gary Tyler The Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum proudly announces the opening of “Grief Not Guilty: Reclaiming My Time,” an evocative art exhibition featuring celebrated fabric artist and activist Gary Tyler alongside local floral… Continue reading ‘Grief Not Guilty: Reclaiming My Time’ – A Transformative Art Exhibition by Gary Tyler

Hampton Art Lovers Presents Point Comfort Art Fair + Show Taking Place During Miami Art Week/Soul Basel 2024

Hampton Art Lovers Presents Point Comfort Art Fair + Show at the Historic Ward Rooming House During Miami Art Week/Soul Basel 2024 Miami, FL – November 26, 2024 – Hampton Arts Lovers proudly announces the highly anticipated Point Comfort Art Fair + Show, a centerpiece of Soul Basel /Miami Art Week 2024, to be held from December 5-8,… Continue reading Hampton Art Lovers Presents Point Comfort Art Fair + Show Taking Place During Miami Art Week/Soul Basel 2024

Spike Lee To Preside Over Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival

The 2024 Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia will take place in Jeddah’s Old Town of Al Balad between the dates of December 5-14. The festival has announced that famed director and producer, Spike Lee will preside over the jury of of films. According to Variety, the festival, in its fourth year, will have… Continue reading Spike Lee To Preside Over Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival

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