Category: Events

Master P Reacts To Announcement Of Kendrick Lamar Being Named Super Bowl Halftime Performer

2024 has been full of surprises but the year is not over! In an unexpected move, Compton-bred recording artist Kendrick Lamar announced via social media that he will be the featured act for the upcoming Super Bowl taking place in New Orleans in 2025. With the expectation that that prime-time spot would go to one… Continue reading Master P Reacts To Announcement Of Kendrick Lamar Being Named Super Bowl Halftime Performer

JAY-Z Comments On Selecting Kendrick Lamar For Super Bowl Performance But Nicki Minaj Speaks Her Mind On Decision

Hip-hop recording artist Kendrick Lamar has had a great year after the contentious battle with Canadian superstar Drake. It has culminated with the announcement of being named the Super Bowl LIX’s halftime performer on February 9, 2025, in New Orleans. The person responsible for making that decision, JAY-Z has backed it with a statement after… Continue reading JAY-Z Comments On Selecting Kendrick Lamar For Super Bowl Performance But Nicki Minaj Speaks Her Mind On Decision

Charlotte To Host Inaugural Black College Invitational Championship In March 2025

A new basketball tournament featuring HBCU (Historically black colleges and universities) teams will be taking place in Charlotte, North Carolina in Spring 2025. The inaugural Black College Invitational Championship (BCIC) has been announced and will be played at the Bojangles Coliseum from March 20-23, 2025. 16 Division I and Division II teams from the Power… Continue reading Charlotte To Host Inaugural Black College Invitational Championship In March 2025

ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Heading To Howard University

ESPN’s First Take program is going on the road this semester and the first stop will be at Howard University. The channel announced that First Take will be broadcasting from several HBCUs when the debate show featuring Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Molly Querin embarks with “First Take on The Road.” The team will… Continue reading ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Heading To Howard University

EBONY HBCU Yard Fest Takes Place on Tuesday, September 24

This fall, EBONY, the iconic and beloved Black-owned media company, will be stomping the yard at Morehouse College for its first-ever EBONY HBCU Yard Fest, a fun-filled collegiate event designed to celebrate and uplift student life at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Set to take place on Tuesday, September 24 from 5-8pm EST, this campus… Continue reading EBONY HBCU Yard Fest Takes Place on Tuesday, September 24

WBLS Celebrating 50th Anniversary with DJ Cassidy’s Pass the Mic Live! on November 8

107.5 WBLS CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH DJ CASSIDY’S PASS THE MIC LIVE! CONCERT FEATURING FIVE DECADES OF R&B AND HIP-HOP LEGENDS INCLUDING CHARLIE WILSON, CHAKA KHAN, BOBBY BROWN, SWV, KEYSHIA COLE, JAHEIM, ANTHONY HAMILTON, HEZEKIAH WALKER AND MORE! THE ICONIC RADIO STATION’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY IS POWERED BY SJ PRESENTS WITH THE BLACK PROMOTERS COLLECTIVE ON… Continue reading WBLS Celebrating 50th Anniversary with DJ Cassidy’s Pass the Mic Live! on November 8

Lil’ WeezyAna Fest Taking Place on November 2 at Smoothie King Center

LIVE NATION URBAN ANNOUNCES SEVENTH ANNUAL LIL’ WEEZYANA FEST   FESTIVITIES TO KICK OFF NOVEMBER 2 @ SMOOTHIE KING CENTER IN NEW ORLEANS, LA   LINEUP TO FEATURE A HOT BOYS REUNION WITH LIL WAYNE, JUVENILE, B.G. & TURK, PLUS PERFORMANCES FROM ROB49, MANNIE FRESH & MORE       New Orleans, LA (September 3, 2024)—… Continue reading Lil’ WeezyAna Fest Taking Place on November 2 at Smoothie King Center

NJPAC Presents Social Justice Through Spoken Word with BIG DADDY KANE, MC LYTE, and DUPRÉ DOITALL KELLY

Tickets On-Sale August 30th 2024 REPRESENT! SOCIAL JUSTICE THROUGH SPOKEN WORD WITH SOME OF THE BIGGEST HIP HOP ARTSTS AT NJPAC RAKIM, BIG DADDY KANE, MC LYTE, DUPRÉ DOITALL KELLY, DJ SPINNA, CARIDAD DE LA LUZ (LA BRUJA), MAHOGANY L. BROWNE and TYEHIMBA JESS Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 8PM. $49 – $99 NJPAC Prudential Hall… Continue reading NJPAC Presents Social Justice Through Spoken Word with BIG DADDY KANE, MC LYTE, and DUPRÉ DOITALL KELLY

Coco Gauff Swings Into New York To Introduce Latest New Balance Sneaker, Coco CG2

On Thursday, August 22, tennis phenom Coco Gauff, who is in New York to defend her US Open title appeared at “Coco’s Court” on 5th Avenue to show the world (well, special invited guests) the launch of her latest New Balance footwear, Coco CG2. The crowd was plentiful and as people walked around the venue… Continue reading Coco Gauff Swings Into New York To Introduce Latest New Balance Sneaker, Coco CG2

Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival Announces Finalists For ‘Breakout Comedian of the Year’

BECAUSE THEY’RE FUNNY COMEDY FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR 2024 BREAKOUT COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR COMPETITION WASHINGTON, DC – AUGUST 15, 2024 – NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC, is excited to announce the finalists for the highly anticipated “Breakout Comedian of the Year” competition, part of the second annual Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy… Continue reading Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival Announces Finalists For ‘Breakout Comedian of the Year’

2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands: August 23-25 in Houston

The 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary with an exhilarating lineup of events and performances, spotlighting the rich heritage and vibrant culture of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) marching bands. This year’s event, themed “Celebrating Champions of Culture,” promises a spectacular weekend full of music, education, and… Continue reading 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands: August 23-25 in Houston

Revolt World ‘We Are the Future’ Back in Atlanta September 20th – September 22nd

The three-day, immersive experience will feature live tapings of hit REVOLT shows, exclusive performances, masterclasses, keynote talks, cultural conversations, brand activations, and more ATLANTA, Aug. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — REVOLT, America’s fastest-growing Black-owned multimedia company, is excited to announce the return of REVOLT WORLD, a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the intersection of culture, creativity, and community.… Continue reading Revolt World ‘We Are the Future’ Back in Atlanta September 20th – September 22nd

Manhattan West Announces Street and Club Dance Battle Series

MANHATTAN WEST ANNOUNCES STREET AND CLUB DANCE BATTLE SERIES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WORKS & PROCESS Free and Open to All “Gather Round” on Manhattan West Plaza, Wednesdays in September: Inspired by the Summer Olympics Competitions in Paris and the Debut of Breaking as an Olympic Sport New York, NY (August 14, 2024) — Manhattan West,… Continue reading Manhattan West Announces Street and Club Dance Battle Series

Shaquille O’Neal To Receive ‘Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year’

The Muhammad Ali Center is giving NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal the organization’s highest honor in November when he is named the 2024 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year. The Louisville, Ky.-based organization is handing Shaq the 11th annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards which will take place on Saturday, November 9. “Philanthropically, Shaquille has… Continue reading Shaquille O’Neal To Receive ‘Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year’

DOPE BBQ Announces 50 Cent To Headline On August 30

DOPE BBQ is thrilled to announce that rapper and entrepreneur 50 Cent will headline and host this year’s event at the Coney Island Art Wall in Brooklyn, NY, on August 30 from 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM. This highly anticipated gathering promises an unforgettable experience with surprise performances, a variety of cultural foods, and engaging… Continue reading DOPE BBQ Announces 50 Cent To Headline On August 30

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