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Scottie Pippen and Knife Maker Bob Kramer Team Up to Raise Funds for Black Lives Matter

Legendary NBA star athlete Scottie Pippen and Bob Kramer, a world-renown bladesmith, have teamed up to support Black Lives Matter and end social injustice by raising funds for Color of Change through a limited-time auction of a custom, symbolic knife available through Monday, July 20 10:00 a.m. PDT at KramerKnives.com. BLM Knife crafted by bladesmith… Continue reading Scottie Pippen and Knife Maker Bob Kramer Team Up to Raise Funds for Black Lives Matter

Atiba Madyun Releases First Book, ‘Saving Grace’

With a long, successful career in politics, Atiba Madyun steps up to the plate for his next challenge, becoming an author. Inspired by the likes of Richard Wright and Toni Morrison, his book, “Saving Grace”, is the culmination of 20 years of work filled with fun facts about Washington D.C, and aims to have readers… Continue reading Atiba Madyun Releases First Book, ‘Saving Grace’

Siedah Garrett – ‘The New Frontier (Say Their Names)’ Live at Agape International

As the Black community (and increasingly more of our nation’s non-Black community) faces the sad reality of racist police violence that has recently led to the senseless deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and others, creators like Siedah Garrett have interpreted this collective pain into art…and given a voice to those who can no… Continue reading Siedah Garrett – ‘The New Frontier (Say Their Names)’ Live at Agape International

Higher Ground and Spotify Announce ‘The Michelle Obama Podcast’ Debuting July 29

Last summer, President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s production company, Higher Ground, announced a partnership with Spotify to produce podcasts exclusive to the platform. Today, we are excited to announce the first title in the ongoing partnership, The Michelle Obama Podcast. Hosted by Michelle Obama, the show will bring listeners the First Lady’s most candid,… Continue reading Higher Ground and Spotify Announce ‘The Michelle Obama Podcast’ Debuting July 29

Colin Kaepernick Teams Up With Impossible Foods to Feed 1 Million People

Impossible Foods announced it is collaborating with Colin Kaepernick and Know Your Rights Camp to support food security and social justice throughout 2020. Since the start of the pandemic, Impossible Foods has provided relief to over 750,000 people experiencing food insecurity. The startup is on track to donate plant-based meat to feed at least 1… Continue reading Colin Kaepernick Teams Up With Impossible Foods to Feed 1 Million People

New Streaming Channels with Music’s Legendary and Game-Changing Artists Launches on SiriusXM

SiriusXM launched its latest collection of exclusive radio channels dedicated to iconic musicians. SiriusXM’s presents brand new channels from Beastie Boys, Bob Marley, Coldplay, Michael Jackson and Queen, plus the return of The Prince Channel, that will be available through August 13 on the SiriusXM app, internet-connected devices and smart speakers in your home.  … Continue reading New Streaming Channels with Music’s Legendary and Game-Changing Artists Launches on SiriusXM

Ecool, Mayorkun, Zlatan, Dremo – ‘ONOME’

Critical acclaim for ECool: “It is really hard to place DJ Ecool in a box“ – Pulse “…known for being Davido’s official DJ, as well as for his hilarious Instagram videos“ – Okayafrica “You don’t know what cool is until you hear Afrobeat artist ECool.“ – Vendng Machine Worldwide sensation and Davido’s official DJ, ECool… Continue reading Ecool, Mayorkun, Zlatan, Dremo – ‘ONOME’

Coca-Cola Freestyle Introduces Contactless Pouring

Coca-Cola Freestyle is rolling out its latest technology innovation – contactless pouring from a smartphone – as the coronavirus pandemic continues to reshape the foodservice industry and consumer behavior overall. “All Coca-Cola beverage dispensers are safe with recommended care and cleaning,” said Chris Hellmann, vice president, and general manager, Coca-Cola Freestyle. “But given these uncertain… Continue reading Coca-Cola Freestyle Introduces Contactless Pouring

National Museum of African American Music Announces Music Industry Relations Committee

The National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) is proud to announce the appointment of the museum’s first Music Industry Relations Committee (MIRC) of the Board of Directors. Eighteen individuals representing all avenues of the music industry have been selected to lead this committee including artists, record label executives, talent managers, media executives, media personalities,… Continue reading National Museum of African American Music Announces Music Industry Relations Committee

Ford Motor Company Fund Awards The Los Angeles Urban League A $100,000.00 Grant

Ford Motor Company this week awarded the Los Angeles Urban League (LAUL) a $100,000.00 grant. The grant will provide support for the Los Angeles Urban League’s Emergency Business Assistance Program (ECAP), an economic initiative that seeks to provide business consultation and emergency capital to Black business owners negatively affected by COVID-19. The program will enable many… Continue reading Ford Motor Company Fund Awards The Los Angeles Urban League A $100,000.00 Grant

Turner Sports Announces New Storytelling Show ‘The Arena’

Leading up to the restart of the 2019-20 NBA season, Turner Sports will debut The Arena presented by Tractor Supply – Monday, July 20, at 8 p.m. ET on TNT – a new in-depth storytelling franchise created to provide a thought-provoking forum for content on topics occurring on and off the court of play. The show’s format intertwines impactful features… Continue reading Turner Sports Announces New Storytelling Show ‘The Arena’

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