Category: TV/Film

Edna Sims Becomes First African American Publicist for The Caucus For Producers, Writers & Directors

Edna Sims’ ESP PR Becomes First African American Publicist  For the Renowned THE CAUCUS FOR PRODUCERS, WRITERS & DIRECTORS An Alliance of Television and New Media Content Creators   (Los Angeles, CA) – In the world of publicity, representatives as well as firms have been fleeting. Very few have had the staying power comparable to Ms.… Continue reading Edna Sims Becomes First African American Publicist for The Caucus For Producers, Writers & Directors

En Vogue Set To Perform on ABC’s ‘Greatest Hits’ July 21st

En Vogue set to perform on ABC’s ‘hit’ summer series “Greatest Hits” Thursday, July 21st LOS ANGELES (July 18, 2016) –  En Vogue is joining the elite group of legendary artists to perform on the hit ABC’s summer music series, “Greatest Hits“. The series, hosted by comedian, Arsenio Hall,  features new and veteran acts performing… Continue reading En Vogue Set To Perform on ABC’s ‘Greatest Hits’ July 21st

‘Greenleaf – The Gospel Companion Soundtrack Volume 1’ August 26th Release Date

  MALACO SETS RELEASE FOR GREENLEAF – THE GOSPEL COMPANION SOUNDTRACK   Music from the OWN Hit Series produced by Lionsgate, Featuring Stars Deborah Joy Winans and Desiree Ross, Plus Mavis Staples, The McCrary Sisters, Melinda Doolittle, Reverend Shirley Caesar, and Dottie Peoples & The Peoples Choice Chorale   Malaco Records, the legendary Jackson, Mississippi-based… Continue reading ‘Greenleaf – The Gospel Companion Soundtrack Volume 1’ August 26th Release Date

‘Ed Gordon’ Bounce TV’s First Primetime News Magazine Show to Debut Sept. 13

Bounce TV announced today that production has commenced on Ed Gordon, the network’s first entry into the primetime news magazine format, and the show’s premiere date has been scheduled for Tues. Sept. 13 at 10:00 p.m. (ET). Multiple award-winning and well-respected television journalist Ed Gordon will produce and host the series of one-hour specials in which he’ll… Continue reading ‘Ed Gordon’ Bounce TV’s First Primetime News Magazine Show to Debut Sept. 13

Kobe Bryant to Be Honored at Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Sports

NBA Champion and All-Star MVP Kobe Bryant to Be Honored with the Legend Award at Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Sports 2016 Telecast Hosted by Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson Airs Sunday, July 17, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Following his 20th and final season with the Los Angeles Lakers, five-time NBA Champion, four-time NBA… Continue reading Kobe Bryant to Be Honored at Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Sports

BET Networks Announces Sponsors for 2016 ‘BET AWARDS’

Official Sponsors Include Coca-Cola®, Nissan, Cricket Wireless®, the U.S. Air Force, State Farm®, Motions, and the U.S. Army Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross Return to Host the 2016 “BET AWARDS,” Airing Live on Sunday, June 26th at 8 P.M. ET #BETAWARDS LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)– BET Networks announced today an impressive brand lineup of its… Continue reading BET Networks Announces Sponsors for 2016 ‘BET AWARDS’

The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Gina Torres

Originally published on The Industry Cosign August 26, 2015 Gina Torres has joined the Uniworld Group as the Digital PR Director. Gina has over a decade of experience in Public Relations both in-house and on the agency side for global brands including The US Tennis Association, Moët Hennessy, SONY Red and Heineken. Her areas of… Continue reading The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Gina Torres

Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Acquires TheGrio

Entertainment Studios, Inc., (www.es.tv) one of the largest independent producers and distributors of first-run syndicated television programming for broadcast television stations, and owner of seven 24-hour HD cable television networks (PETS.TV, COMEDY.TV, RECIPE.TV, CARS.TV, ES.TV, MYDESTINATION.TV, and JUSTICECENTRAL.TV), proudly announces its acquisition of the New York-based African-American focused digital news platform TheGrio (www.TheGrio.com). TheGrio – which… Continue reading Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Acquires TheGrio

Usher, Future and Bryson Tiller Added as Performers for the 2016 “BET Awards”

Usher, Future and Bryson Tiller Join Alicia Keys, Maxwell and Special Prince Celebration Performers, Sheila E., D’Angelo, The Roots and Janelle Monae at the 2016 “BET Awards” DJ Khaled, Gabrielle Union, Tinashe, Fantasia, Regina Hall, Nate Parker and More Announced as Presenters Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross to Host 2016 “BET Awards” Airing Live… Continue reading Usher, Future and Bryson Tiller Added as Performers for the 2016 “BET Awards”

Rosario Dawson Joins EPIX Documentary Series – “America Divided”

ROSARIO DAWSON JOINS ORIGINAL EPIX DOCUMENTARY SERIES ‘AMERICA DIVIDED’ – SET FOR PRE-ELECTION FALL RELEASE   Dawson to Explore Flint, Michigan Water Crisis for Series   New York, NY – JUNE 16, 2016 – Premium TV network EPIX® announced today that actress Rosario Dawson (“Daredevil,” Sin City, Rent) has joined the limited Original Documentary Series America… Continue reading Rosario Dawson Joins EPIX Documentary Series – “America Divided”

KICKS – Official Trailer – In Theaters September 2016

               Directed by Justin Tipping Written by Justin Tipping & Joshua Beirne-Golden Starring Jahking Guillory, Christopher Meyer, Christopher Jordan Wallace, Kofi Siriboe, and Mahershala Ali **Opening Night Competition Film – Tribeca Film Festival 2016** **Los Angeles Film Festival 2016** **WINNER – Tribeca Film Festival 2016, Best Cinematography** “Rooted in an authentic sense of place….its… Continue reading KICKS – Official Trailer – In Theaters September 2016

DADDY DON’T GO Premiering Father’s Day

Presents DADDY DON’T GO A Film by Emily Abt Executive Produced by Omar Epps (Resurrection) & Malik Yoba (Empire) Premiering on Vimeo this Father’s Day, June 19th “Nuanced and heartrending work”, Nick Schager – VARIETY “An emotional piece of work…one that had to be made and now needs to be seen”, Joshua Brunsting – CRITERION CAST… Continue reading DADDY DON’T GO Premiering Father’s Day

Bounce TV to Air Muhammad Ali Procession and Memorial Service Live

Bounce TV will carry Muhammad Ali’s farewell procession through the streets of Louisville and his memorial service live, uninterrupted and commercial-free this Friday, June 10. Bounce TV’s coverage will begin at 9:00 a.m. ET with the procession, which will take Ali on a final journey through his beloved hometown of Louisville, passing memorable landmarks in… Continue reading Bounce TV to Air Muhammad Ali Procession and Memorial Service Live

Artel J. Great: ‘I’m Driven by a Deep Sense of Responsibility’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 14, 2014 You are the founder of Project Catalyst, could you explain what the company is and what your role is? Essentially, Project Catalyst is a media platform that uses technology to provide access to alternative entertainment. We specialize in showcasing groundbreaking artists who are creating from diverse… Continue reading Artel J. Great: ‘I’m Driven by a Deep Sense of Responsibility’

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