This year there were many celebrations for the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Yet, there have been many recording artists who have a historic place in this genre who have not been happy with the bastardization of the culture, specifically among corporate entities. The latest hip-hop artist to make his thoughts known, Boogie Down Productions’ KRS-One… Continue reading KRS-One Explains Why He Turned Down ‘A GRAMMY Salute To 50 Years Of Hip-Hop’
Category: TV/Film
Datwon Thomas Becomes Executive Producer, Talent At Dick Clark Productions
Hip-Hop media veteran, Datwon Thomas is moving into a more prominent role in the confines of Penske Media Corp., the parent company of VIBE magazine. The industry mainstay is now Executive Producer, Talent for Dick Clark Productions. According to Variety, the role is a newly created one as the executive will continue in his position… Continue reading Datwon Thomas Becomes Executive Producer, Talent At Dick Clark Productions
T.I. Pulled Over On Atlanta Highway After Being Caught Speeding Past Georgia State Trooper
Atlanta recording artist and reality TV celebrity Clifford “T.I.” Harris was pulled over on an Atlanta highway after speeding past a police officer and footage of the interaction was released recently. The footage shows the police car following T.I.’s Range Rover. When the officer approached his car, he asked the rapper to step outside the… Continue reading T.I. Pulled Over On Atlanta Highway After Being Caught Speeding Past Georgia State Trooper
Billionaires Jay-Z, Oprah, Tiger Woods, LeBron And Magic Johnson Didn’t Make Enough To Be On 2023 Forbes 400 List
A billion dollars is a LOT of money, but being labeled a billionaire can still keep you off the 2023 Forbes 400 list. In October, Forbes revealed the 400 people that sit on their annual list of wealthiest people. The media outlet has compiled a list based on the noted people’s net worth as of… Continue reading Billionaires Jay-Z, Oprah, Tiger Woods, LeBron And Magic Johnson Didn’t Make Enough To Be On 2023 Forbes 400 List
My Friends Are Better Than Yours: The Choice Is Yours- Dres From Black Sheep- Beyond 50
There are many recognizable songs in hip-hop history that all you have to do is hear four bars and you instantly know the song. Or, you know the most known and heavily recited lines, in this case, “Engine, engine number nine on the New York Transit line, if my train goes off the track, pick… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours: The Choice Is Yours- Dres From Black Sheep- Beyond 50
Tiffany Haddish Arrested For Second DUI In Less Than 2 Years
Stand-up comedian Tiffany Haddish has been arrested on charges of driving under the influence hours after performing at a Thanksgiving evening event. According to TMZ, the “Girls Trip” actress was charged with DUI in Beverly Hills after doing a show at The Laugh Factory in West Hollywood on Thursday, Nov. 23. She was there for… Continue reading Tiffany Haddish Arrested For Second DUI In Less Than 2 Years
Beyoncé Makes Appearance During Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Guess who left the comforts of her home to make an appearance at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade? Well, not really, but she did make a video message that was played during the parade! That’s right, Beyonce did! In a video clip that was shared with the viewing television audience on Thanksgiving, she introduced us to… Continue reading Beyoncé Makes Appearance During Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Tiffany Haddish’s Former Friend Looks Forward To Facing The Comedian In Arbitration
After a judge ruled against her attempt to keep her defamation lawsuit against her former friend, Tiffany Haddish from being heard in arbitration, Trizah Morris responded to the ruling by saying she is looking forward to “exposing how evil and desperate for fame Tiffany really is.” According to Radar Online, Morris stated she didn’t understand… Continue reading Tiffany Haddish’s Former Friend Looks Forward To Facing The Comedian In Arbitration
‘Beverly Hills Cop: Alex Foley’ Slated For 2024 Release
Alex Foley is back! The fourth installment of the Eddie Murphy-led “Beverly Hills Cop” franchise will debut in 2024 according to a post on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. The sequel is the latest film that comes nearly 30 years after the third installment hit theaters in 1994. He’s back. Axel Foley returns… Continue reading ‘Beverly Hills Cop: Alex Foley’ Slated For 2024 Release
Judge Rules For Tiffany Haddish Lawsuit To Be Heard In Arbitration
Tiffany Haddish has won a small victory in the lawsuit that her former friend, Trizah Morris has filed against her. According to Radar Online, Haddish requested that the lawsuit filed by Morris be heard in arbitration since her former friend signed a non-disclosure agreement and the judge granted the comedian her request. In an earlier… Continue reading Judge Rules For Tiffany Haddish Lawsuit To Be Heard In Arbitration
Kevin Hart Announced As The 25th Recipient Of The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize
Comedian and entrepreneur, Kevin Hart has just been announced as the 25th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will honor the Philadelphia comedian in a gala that will take place on March 24, 2024. “To be honored in this commemorative year feels surreal,”… Continue reading Kevin Hart Announced As The 25th Recipient Of The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize
Urkel Saves Santa: The Movie! November 21
Sing and Dance this Holiday Season with One of TV’s Most Iconic Characters URKEL SAVES SANTA: THE MOVIE! The Animated Holiday Musical is Available to Own on Digital November 21 BURBANK, CA (November 15, 2023) – “Whoa Mama!” Grab your favorite pair of suspenders, hike up those pants, and get ready to celebrate the holidays… Continue reading Urkel Saves Santa: The Movie! November 21
Byron Allen Looking Into Purchasing Scripps TV Stations
Comedian and successful entrepreneur Byron Allen is looking to expand his extensive empire by pursuing a purchase of a number of television stations from E.W. Scripps. According to Seeking Alpha, the Allen Media Group is in search of possibly $200 million financing from private lenders to attempt to buy some of the television properties from… Continue reading Byron Allen Looking Into Purchasing Scripps TV Stations
Questlove And Black Thought Sells Major Stake Of Production Company
The Roots frontmen, Questlove and Black Thought, owners of their production company, Two One Five Entertainment are now in business with The North Road Company after selling a significant stake to the burgeoning content studio. According to Variety, The North Road Company, which produces scripted and non-scripted content for film and TV will provide financial assistance for future… Continue reading Questlove And Black Thought Sells Major Stake Of Production Company
Candace Parker Wants To Return To WNBA But Only If Her Foot Heals Completely: ‘I Can’t Play In Pain’
The Las Vegas Aces won the WNBA championship last season, and although the Aces repeated as champions this year, Candace Parker was unable to help as she was sidelined for the second half of the season when she had surgery on her foot. The status of her health will decide if she plays another season… Continue reading Candace Parker Wants To Return To WNBA But Only If Her Foot Heals Completely: ‘I Can’t Play In Pain’
