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Deon Cole & Nicole Ari Parker to Host 25th Trumpet Awards

DEON COLE AND NICOLE ARI PARKER TO CO-HOST THE 25th ANNUAL TRUMPET AWARDS HONOREES INCLUDE: WENDY WILLIAMS AND NEW EDITION SPECIAL PERFORMANCES BY: KENNY LATTIMORE, ERICA CAMPBELL, TAMELA MANN, KEKE WYATT & MORE WORLD PREMIERES ON BOUNCE SUN. JAN. 29 AT 9:00PM ET (ATLANTA, GA) – January 17, 2017 – BOUNCE will present the 25th… Continue reading Deon Cole & Nicole Ari Parker to Host 25th Trumpet Awards

Erica Campbell and Anthony Brown to Co-Host the 2017 Stellar Awards

    THE 32ND ANNUAL STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS NOMINEES ANNOUNCED Tamela Mann and Travis Greene Lead with Nine Nominations; Hezekiah Walker Receives Seven; Kirk Franklin Earns Six; Jekalyn Carr, Todd Dulaney, Shirley Caesar, Bri (Brianna Babineaux), Livre’ and Enon Tabernacle Land Multiple Nominations Erica Campbell and Anthony Brown to Co-Host Annual Salute to Gospel Music… Continue reading Erica Campbell and Anthony Brown to Co-Host the 2017 Stellar Awards

Paisley Park Announces Special ‘Prince4Ever’ Tribute

Prince’s Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota has announced plans for an enhanced tour experience throughout the month of April, titled Prince4Ever, which will uniquely celebrate and honor the iconic life and legacy of Prince Rogers Nelson as the world marks the first anniversary of his passing. Throughout the entire month, fans visiting Paisley Park will… Continue reading Paisley Park Announces Special ‘Prince4Ever’ Tribute

BET to Premiere New John Singleton Drama ‘REBEL’ on March 28th

BET’s new scripted drama, REBEL, takes on the unique and complicated relationship the Black community faces with police officers. Directed by John Singleton, the series follows Rebel (Danielle Moné Truitt), a police officer who leaves the force after being under an intense Internal Affairs/criminal investigation for shooting her partner in the hopes of stopping him… Continue reading BET to Premiere New John Singleton Drama ‘REBEL’ on March 28th

Shanti Das Teams Up With the American Heart Association

Music industry mogul Shanti Das and the American Heart Association are teaming up to bring awareness to heart disease and stroke, the social determinants of health and opportunities to become a volunteer ambassador for community change in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service, Monday, January 16. Das, who is one of… Continue reading Shanti Das Teams Up With the American Heart Association

Minority Girls Invited to Summer Program at Princeton University

For the seventh straight year, the At the Well Young Women’s Leadership Academy (ATW) will offer its two week summer enrichment program for minority girls entering the eleventh or twelfth grades of high school. Each year, ATW improves the leadership skills of students from across the country on the campus of Princeton University in Princeton,… Continue reading Minority Girls Invited to Summer Program at Princeton University

The Industry Cosign Podcast: Cosigning With Mahogany Jones

After a short hiatus we’re back! Today we kick it with recording & performance artist, educator and activist Mahogany Jones on being the undefeated 4x’s 106 & Park Freestyle Friday champion & her role as an official U.S. music ambassador. Twitter: www.twitter.com/MahoganyJonz Facebook: www.facebook.com/mahoganyjonz Instagram: www.instagram.com/mahoganyjonz/

Five HBCUs to Each Receive $10,000 from Toyota

In honor of the life and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Toyota Financial Services (TFS) is continuing its support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their communities, by providing $60,000 to five HBCUs as well as the Tom Joyner Foundation. “For the third year, we’re so glad to partner with Toyota… Continue reading Five HBCUs to Each Receive $10,000 from Toyota

The Obama Legacy: A We-Write of the Greatest American Presidency

FAILED OR FANTASTIC? THE OBAMA LEGACY: A “WE-WRITE” OF THE GREATEST AMERICAN PRESIDENCY — To pre-empt an anticipated media whitewash and re-write of Obama’s historical impact, one author crowdfunds a people’s “we-write” of the 44th U.S. president’s achievements. — Bookcover New York, NY (BlackNews.com) — Like many people who’ve engaged in conversation about the legacy… Continue reading The Obama Legacy: A We-Write of the Greatest American Presidency

The Estate Of Prince Signs Merchandise Agreement With Bravado

Bravado, Universal Music Group’s industry-leading merchandise and brand management company, announced today an agreement with the Estate of Prince Rogers Nelson to serve as the exclusive branding and licensing partner worldwide. With the agreement, Bravado will work closely with the Estate to manage retail and licensing endeavors for Prince’s brand. As one of the most… Continue reading The Estate Of Prince Signs Merchandise Agreement With Bravado

Angela Bassett to Receive American Black Film Institute’s ‘Reel Icon’ Award

Academy Award nominated actress, Angela Bassett, will be honored with the “Reel Icon” award by the American Black Film Institute, at their annual  “New, Next, Now Legend” Oscar Week gala for her iconic roles and career achievement as one of cinemas all-time favorite actors, in a poll conducted by American Black Film Institute.  The event… Continue reading Angela Bassett to Receive American Black Film Institute’s ‘Reel Icon’ Award

‘Caraoke Showdown’ Hosted By Craig Robinson Premieres Thursday, January 12

“CARAOKE SHOWDOWN” HOSTED BY CRAIG ROBINSON PREMIERES THURSDAY, JANUARY 12 AT 10:30pm ET/PT ON SPIKE   ​ More About “Caraoke Showdown” “Caraoke Showdown” takes groups of passengers on a musical journey to win money by competing in a variety of karaoke-style challenges. Throughout various rounds of game play, contestants compete for cash by belting out their… Continue reading ‘Caraoke Showdown’ Hosted By Craig Robinson Premieres Thursday, January 12

Marty Grimes Releases ‘All Good’ Announces Tour

    Produced by KDE and Premiered by HipHopDX, “All Good” is the Latest Single From Marty Grimes’ Upcoming Martyjuana Project     Critical Praise:   “Grimes expanded his range both lyrically and musically, while staying true to his Bay roots…This more vulnerable approach seems to have resonated with fans.”  – East Bay Express   The Song:   Though… Continue reading Marty Grimes Releases ‘All Good’ Announces Tour

The 5Ws: Dallas Green

Who: Chef/DJ Dallas Green What: Made From Scratch Why: Dallas Green is a chef and a DJ with over 15 years of experience captivating audiences from all walks of life. Dallas Green’s portfolio includes an array of prominent celebrity and corporate clients including rapper/actress Eve, Def Jam Records, Viacom, NBA, New Era, Macy’s and Molton Brown.… Continue reading The 5Ws: Dallas Green

Diplo And Nas To Perform At Rolling Stone Live

On Saturday, February 4, Rolling Stone, who is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, will host one of the hottest, most exclusive events during the biggest weekend in sports – Rolling Stone Live: Houston, with special performances by Grammy-nominated producer, DJ, Mad Decent label head and member of both Major Lazer and Jack Ü –… Continue reading Diplo And Nas To Perform At Rolling Stone Live

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