Crowned the #1 nationally syndicated radio show for women of color, Café Mocha is calling all female DJs to join the ‘Mocha Mix’ movement hosted by hip hop legend and co-host Yo-Yo. The highly covenant final 10 minutes of the two-hour weekend show has become a ‘staple’ for listeners over the years; thanks to mixes… Continue reading West Coast Hip-Hop Queen YO-YO Launches Mocha Mix Competition
Category: The Industry Cosign
Cam’ron Presents New Cannabis Strain Pynk Mynk
GFive Cultivation launches the new signature cannabis line, Pynk Mynk, a premium collection of strains that delivers an exciting and uplifting experience. Pynk Mynk is a business venture with Harlem hip hop legend, fashion aficionado, entrepreneur and actor, Cam’ron inspired by his authentic and trendsetting style and music. Pynk Mynk is a light green… Continue reading Cam’ron Presents New Cannabis Strain Pynk Mynk
Re-Introducing Flawless by Gabrielle Union
Award-winning actress, producer, entrepreneur and New York Times best-selling author Gabrielle Union announced the re-launch of her hair care collection for textured hair, Flawless By Gabrielle Union. The new collection includes an array of options, affordably priced between $4 – $10, that empowers consumers to customize a regimen specific to their texture and style preferences.… Continue reading Re-Introducing Flawless by Gabrielle Union
AYO Foods Brings Authentic West-African Cuisine to US Grocers
Frozen meals just got a whole lot more joyful. AYO Foods, the authentic and delicious line of West-African inspired cuisine, has developed a partnership with Whole Foods and is now available at nearly 50 locations throughout Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma. Founders Perteet & Fred Spencer have developed the brand from their family’s own recipes… Continue reading AYO Foods Brings Authentic West-African Cuisine to US Grocers
The National Black MBA Association® Announces Its 2020 NBMBAA® Conference & Career Fair: A Virtual Experience
The National Black MBA Association® (NBMBAA) is excited to announce it will be hosting its 2020 NBMBAA® Conference & Career Fair: A Virtual Experience, taking place September 23-25, 2020 online. With a conference theme of “Celebrating Visionaries,” this historic organization also honors its 50th Anniversary. In light of COVID-19 and the safety recommendations from the Centers for Disease… Continue reading The National Black MBA Association® Announces Its 2020 NBMBAA® Conference & Career Fair: A Virtual Experience
Marlowe – Otherworld
Marlowe 2 by MarloweBonafide Mag debuted their new single “Otherworld” from Marlowe (L’Orange & Solemn Brigham): “The two united in 2018 with the intent of combining Brigham’s social elucidation with L’Orange’s dusty production to produce a fresh commentary on modern times.” The ultra-quotable track is another surreal excursion into the Hiphop of North Carolina’s L’Orange &… Continue reading Marlowe – Otherworld
The Audible Doctor ‘BitCoin’
The Audible Doctor just released a new video for his track “BitCoin” off his recently released Wu-Tang inspired “rx0.005” project.
Dr. Glen Toby: ‘It is Imperative to Continue to Educate Yourself’
Coming from a background of poverty can be used as an excuse to fail or the push to become successful. Dr. Glenn Toby decided to use that as motivation to build a thriving business that is still growing. As the owner and chief executive officer of Glenn Toby Enterprises (GTE), he utilizes the tools taught… Continue reading Dr. Glen Toby: ‘It is Imperative to Continue to Educate Yourself’
Molaundo Jones: ‘I Believe That you Can Sustain Relevance in the Creative Industry By Being Consistent’
The Clever Agency is a communications and content creation consultancy that was co-founded by creative stalwart Molaundo Jones. Persistence and creativity helped build the agency and continues to be the hallmark. Having utilized the constant change and development of artistry and emerging evolution, Jones’ forward-thinking ideas keep him abreast of the use of modern technology.… Continue reading Molaundo Jones: ‘I Believe That you Can Sustain Relevance in the Creative Industry By Being Consistent’
Spotify and Universal Music Group Announce Global, Multi-Year License Agreement
Spotify (NYSE: SPOT), the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service, and Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, today announced a new, multi-year global license agreement that further aligns the companies’ efforts to foster groundbreaking new features providing value for artists and great experiences for music fans. With this new agreement,… Continue reading Spotify and Universal Music Group Announce Global, Multi-Year License Agreement
The Root Announces Lineup for First Annual Root Institute Event
Today The Root, one of the largest sites covering Black news, politics, culture and opinion, announced the lineup for its first-ever Root Institute event, presented by Target. The Root Institute is a virtual, collaborative conference exploring socio-political, cultural, and entertainment topics to advance the agenda of Black Americans, as exemplified by the current state of race… Continue reading The Root Announces Lineup for First Annual Root Institute Event
BET’S “CONTENT FOR CHANGE” INITIATIVE PRESENTS BET NEWS SPECIAL “AMERICAN INJUSTICE: THE FIGHT FOR POLICE REFORM,” HOSTED BY SOLEDAD O’BRIEN, WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 AT 11PM ET/PT ON BET & BET HER
Over 1,000 people are killed by police every year in America, and Black people are three times more likely to be killed than white people. George Floyd’s tragic death at the hands of Minnesota police seemed to mark a tipping point, as millions of protestors in the United States and around the world, took to… Continue reading BET’S “CONTENT FOR CHANGE” INITIATIVE PRESENTS BET NEWS SPECIAL “AMERICAN INJUSTICE: THE FIGHT FOR POLICE REFORM,” HOSTED BY SOLEDAD O’BRIEN, WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 AT 11PM ET/PT ON BET & BET HER
Naughty by Nature Releases Collection with Champion Benefiting NJ Youth
Grammy-Award-winning Hip-hop trio Naughty by Nature unveils a new capsule collection with Champion. Proceeds will be donated to raise funds for the Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing and Fine Arts choir in their hometown of East Orange, New Jersey. The limited-edition fashion line includes fitted and oversized t-shirts, hoodies, and hats detailing the… Continue reading Naughty by Nature Releases Collection with Champion Benefiting NJ Youth
Buju Banton Recieves A Special RIAA Gold Album For His 1995 Seminal Album ‘Til Shiloh
Island/UMe celebrated the birthday of Buju Banton, the Jamaican dancehall innovator and surprised him at his studio with a specially made RIAA certified Gold album for his boundary-shattering masterpiece 1995’s ‘Til Shiloh, released 25 years ago on July 18 on Loose Cannon/Island Records. Fans from around the globe tuned in, here, to offer birthday greetings… Continue reading Buju Banton Recieves A Special RIAA Gold Album For His 1995 Seminal Album ‘Til Shiloh
Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Networks Closes Middle East And North Africa Network Distribution Deal
Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group division Entertainment Studios, one of the largest independent producers and distributors of film and television with 64 shows on the air and owner of 15 U.S. Big-Four network affiliate broadcast television stations and nine 24-hour HD television networks serving nearly 160 million subscribers — including The Weather Channel television network and… Continue reading Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Networks Closes Middle East And North Africa Network Distribution Deal