Motown Gospel is honored to announce the official signing of iconic choirmaster Ricky Dillard today. Known for his skillful directing and inimitable presentation marked by high energy, acrobatics and charisma, the 3-time GRAMMY®nominee will record his Motown Gospel debut album, along with his unparalleled choir, New G, live in Chicago on Saturday, September 28, 2019 beginning at 2:00PM at Haven of Rest Missionary Baptist Church on 7925 South Chicago Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60617.
August 9, 2019 — HBCU Gameday has partnered with Aspire TVto bring its flagship football program, “The No Huddle,” and new series, “HBCU 101,” to the network’s weekend slate beginning Saturday, September 7.
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network has unveiled the explosive new trailer for its hit reality series “Love & Marriage: Huntsville,” which returns with all new episodes Saturday, September 7 (9 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET/PT). The series, which follows three powerful African American couples working in real estate in the thriving city of Huntsville, Alabama: Melody and Martell Holt, Marsau and LaTisha Scott and Maurice and Kimberlee Scott, will also feature a new couple Cedarric and Adaira Collins, both good friends of the Holts and Scotts.
CENTRAL CITY PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS THE 2019 BLACK MUSIC HONORS IN A NEW CITY AND VENUE XSCAPE, FREDDIE JACKSON, YOLANDA ADAMS AND ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT TO RECEIVE BLACK MUSIC HONORS RECOGNITION RICKEY SMILEY AND LETOYA LUCKETT RETURN AS HOSTS OF TELEVISION SPECIAL
Irv Gotti’s anthology series, TALES will reimagine Cardi B’s breakout hit “Bodak Yellow,” with a one hour episode staringJustine Skye and Romeo Miller. In her television directorial debut, new comer Ellie Foumbi(Zenith) winner of the Gold Student Academy Award and shortlisted for the 2017 Academy Awards in the Live-Action short film category, creates a beautiful visual to the uplifting story of Violet, a twenty-three year old exotic dancer, raising her teenage sister while looking for her shot at becoming a hip hop superstar.
A panel of judges handed down their decision Wednesday in Pennsylvania Superior Court — saying Meek does in fact deserve a new trial, with a new jury … and most importantly a new judge who ISN’T Judge Genece Brinkley … who many believe had it out for him the first time around.
Karen Lashun Harrison, 26, of Georgia was arrested and charged with murder, felony child cruelty, simple battery, and affray after dropping her baby during a fight with another woman on Friday (July 19). The baby later died from its injuries from the fall.
Police say Harrison told police that the baby fell from the arms of a family friend, which the family friend backed up. However, surveillance footage showed that Harrison was holding the baby before getting in a fight with another woman. The family friend, Carneata Clark, 26, was charged with obstruction of justice and making false statements to police.
Fuse and T-Pain are bringing viewers back to school this summer with a brand-new class of innovators, disruptors and startup heroes. T-Pain’s School of Business features beloved artist, comedic personality and business mogul T-Pain as he explores innovative, unique and off-the-wall startups created by millennial entrepreneurs. As he gets a feel for each quirky and groundbreaking company the entrepreneurs reveal how they got started and what it took to turn their ideas into reality.
Focus Features will release Harriet in theaters November 1, 2019
Story: Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, HARRIET tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history.
HARRIET does not shy away from the Holy Spirit as Tubman describes the visions and dreams she received from God, guiding her and her followers to safety. As the “Moses” of her time and first woman to lead an armed expedition in war, HARRIET proves to be the perfect example of a fearless, faithful leader that all people of faith can relate to and admire!
Director:Kasi Lemmons (“Eve’s Bayou”, “Talk to Me”)
Writers:Gregory Allen Howard (“Ali”, “Remember the Titans”) and Kasi Lemmons
Producers:Debra Martin Chase, Daniela Taplin Lundberg, Gregory Allen Howard
Cast: Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom Jr., Janelle Monáe, Joe Alwyn, Jennifer Nettles, Clarke Peters
The gritty, female-driven mob drama “The Kitchen,” from New Line Cinema and BRON Creative, was written and directed by Andrea Berloff, who was nominated for an Oscar for the original screenplay for “Straight Outta Compton.”
TV One’s month of LOVE, LIES & MURDER movies continues with LOVED TO DEATH, debuting on Sunday, July 21 at 8 P.M./7C with an encore presentation at 10 P.M. The film stars Malinda Williams (Girlfriends’ Getaway), MC Lyte (Girls Trip), McKinley Freeman (Hit the Floor), Tobias Truvillion (Empire) and Chrystee Pharris (Media). TV One’s LOVE, LIES & MURDER films feature a series of stories that explore the
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network has announced that the highly anticipated fourth season of the hit megachurch drama series “Greenleaf” from Lionsgate, award-winning writer/executive producer
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network has announced the third season of its popular docu-series “Black Love” will premiere on Saturday, August 10 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. The series, which celebrates love stories from the Black community, ranked number one last season.
The inspirational true story of Brian Banks (Aldis Hodge), an All-American high school football star committed to USC who finds his life upended when he is wrongly convicted of a crime he didn’t commit.
BET Networks, a unit of Viacom Media Networks (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), and Tyler Perry Studios today unveiled a new joint venture to launch BET+, a premier subscription video-on-demand service focused on the African American audience. Available to consumers this fall, BET+ will feature more than 1,000 hours of premium content including exclusive new original programming and fan-favorite series, movies, and specials from BET Networks, world-renowned creator Tyler Perry, and a host of leading African American content creators.
Mill, whose real name is Robert Williams, will become a co-owner of Lids, North America’s largest retail seller of hats and licensed sports products. He’ll also lead the company’s creative strategy and release a limited-edition line of hats through the brand in August.
Mill joins the Lids ownership team by way of his close connection with Michael Rubin, the co-owner of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, the executive chairman of the sports retailer Fanatics, and a cofounder of Mill’s Reform Alliance Foundation for criminal-justice reform. (Lids’ ownership includes Rubin’s Fanatics and the investment firm Ames Watson, which acquired Lids in February.)
REVOLT, the Hip Hop culture-oriented digital cable television network founded by Sean “Diddy” Combs,is continuing to boldly reinvent their content wheel with a new stand-up comedy series, candidly titled Funny AF, debuting Wednesday, July 10that 10p ET. After years of giving a platform to the next big names in music & film, REVOLT is now entering the comedy game.
Cardi B was arrested after she allegedly ordered an attack on 2 strip club bartenders known as Jade and Baddie G, of whom both claim they suffered injuries after Cardi’s entourage began throwing bottles and chairs.
Last night, OWN celebrated the premiere of its new drama series “Ambitions<http://www.oprah.com/app/ambitions.html>,” from Will Packer Productions, at a splashy Atlanta screening and party at The Gathering Spot. Attending from the cast were Robin Givens, Essence Atkins, Brian White, Kendrick Cross, Brely Evans, Erica Page and Mara Hall. Also in attendance were OWN president Tina Perry, executive producer Will Packer, show creator Jamey Giddens, executive producer Sheila Ducksworth, line producer Dianne Ashford and Will Packer Media president Alix Baudin.
On the eve of the release of his anticipated twelfth album Long Live Love, BMI singer/songwriter and Gospel superstar Kirk Franklin dropped by the BMI offices in New York for a special listening session. During the event, Kirk walked attendees through the tracks of the new album, explaining his approach to writing its music and lyrics, and sharing how even as an accomplished writer, performer, producer and arranger, he found solace and emotional therapy through that intense creative process.
After the presentation, Kirk was gracious enough to sit down with BMI to further delve into his role as a songwriter, his inspirations and the significance of Black Music Month. Check out what the multiple-GRAMMY-winner had to say in this exclusive BMI video.
BET NETWORKS TO HONOR GRAMMY NOMINATED RAPPER, ENTREPRENEUR AND COMMUNITY ACTIVIST NIPSEY HUSSLE POSTHUMOUSLY WITH THE HUMANITARIAN AWARD AT THE 2019 “BET AWARDS”
Contains All Exhilarating Episodes from the Fourth Season,Plus a DC Crossover Featurette, 2018 Comic-Con Panel, and More!Blu-ray™ & DVD Flying onto Shelves September 17, 2019Including All Three Episodes of the DC Crossover Event: Elseworlds Available Only on the Blu-Ray™ Set
Just in time for the fifth season premiere on The CW, catch up with one of TV’s favorite DC Super Heroes as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment brings you Supergirl: The Complete Fourth Season on Blu-rayand DVD on September 17, 2019. Fans can purchase the sets which, in addition to all 22 super-powered episodes from season four, also contain the DC Crossover featurette, the show’s 2018 Comic-Con panel, deleted scenes and a gag reel! All three DC Crossover: Elseworlds episodes will also be available only for fans who purchase the Blu-ray set. Supergirl: The Complete Fourth Season is priced to own at $39.99 SRP for the DVD ($51.99 in Canada) and $44.98 SRP for the Blu-ray ($52.99 in Canada), which includes a Digital Copy (Available in the U.S.). Supergirl: The Complete Fourth Seasonis also available to own on Digital via purchase from digital retailers.In season four, Supergirl faces a bigger threat than she’s ever faced before – a new wave of anti-alien sentiment, spreading across National City that’s fomented by Agent Liberty. As Kara mentors a new reporter at CatCo, Nia Nal, and tries to use the power of the press to shine a light on the issues threatening to tear the city apart, Supergirl takes to the skies to battle the many villains who rise up in this era of divisiveness. But how does Supergirl battle a movement when she, herself an alien, represents one of the main things people are fearful of? “After four strong seasons, Supergirlcontinues to develop a strong fan following and soars in the ratings,” said Rosemary Markson, WBHE Senior Vice President, Television Marketing. “We’re excited to release the Blu-ray and DVD with in-depth bonus content in addition to the 22 action-packed episodes. Fans and newcomers alike can catch up on all their favorite moments from season four and prepare for the highly anticipated fifth season of this hit series.” With Blu-ray’s unsurpassed picture and sound, Supergirl: The Complete Fourth Season Blu-ray release will include 1080p Full HD Video with DTS-HD Master Audio for English 5.1. In addition to featuring all 22 episodes from the fourth season in high-definition, as well as a digital copy of the season (Available in the U.S.), the 4-disc Blu-ray will also include all three crossover episodes, a tremendous value and collectors’ opportunity.Supergirl stars Melissa Benoist (Glee), Mehcad Brooks (About Last Night, Necessary Roughness), Chyler Leigh (Grey’s Anatomy), Katie McGrath (Jurassic World, Merlin), Jesse Rath (Defiance, No Tomorrow), Sam Witwer (Being Human, Smallville), Nicole Maines (Royal Pains), April Parker Jones (Jericho) and David Harewood (Homeland, The Night Manager). Based on the DC characters created by Jerry Sigel and Joe Shuster by special arrangement with the Jerry Siegel family, Supergirl is produced by Berlanti Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television, with executive producers Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Robert Rovner and Jessica Queller.BLU-RAY & DVD FEATURES
The Best of DC TV’s Comic-Con Panel San Diego 2018
Music industry icons turned feature filmmakers, Bryan “Birdman” Williams of Cash Money Films and Benny Boom of Groundwurk Studios are teaming as executive producers on Solomon Onita, Jr.’s Nigerian immigrant drama, Tazmanian Devil. Boom’s Groundwurk Studios and Williams’ Cash Money Films are providing the necessary financing to market and distribute the indie. Principal photography wrapped earlier in the year and currently the film is in post production.
TodayBET Networks announces Tyler Perry will be honored with the Ultimate Icon Award at the19th annual “BET Awards.” The entertainment powerhouse and business mogul will be presented with the Ultimate Icon Award for his continued cultural impact in entertainment. The 2019 “BET Awards” will air LIVE on Sunday, June 23 at 8pm ETfrom the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, CA on BET.
When I first caught wind of this story I thought he was complaining and just being a sore loser BUT what’s fair is fair! DJ Khaled’s new album FATHER of ASAHD recently debuted at no. 2 on the Billboard 200 album chart. The album sold 136,000 units while Tyler the Creator’s album IGOR took the no. 1 spot with 165,000 units. DJ Khaled’s album fell behind because Billboard didn’t give him credit for 100,000 sales from bundled merchandise while Tyler’s IGOR was boosted by sales of clothes, buttons, and ‘VOTE IGOR’ lawn signs. One of Khaled’s bundles included an album with the purchase of energy drinks and were not counted towards his total!
Bushwick Bill dead at 52 after a fight with Pancreatic Cancer. The legendary member of the Geto Boys revealed last month that he had been diagnosed back in February and was currently undergoing intensive chemotherapy treatments, which led to the cancellation of their reunion tour later that month when Bushwick Bill wasn’t well enough to perform.
Although at the moment further details haven’t been made known, Scarface and Willie D took to IG this morning to announce his passing while letting it be known that “this is Geto Boys for life,” as the surviving members look to honor and pay tribute to the one and only Bushwick Bill.
Today via Facebook legendary southern rapper Brad ‘Scarface’ Jordan announced that he is running for Houston City Council District D. I don’t even live nowhere near Texas and he has my vote! Let’s support this brother on his next chapter in life. Click the link and donate if you can. (Scarface Photo Credit: Kingsmen Media)
NFL Star Quarterback Jameis Winston of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers returns home Monday, June 17th – Friday, June 21st as host of the “Dream Forever Week” – an action-packed, week-long event where Jameis will provide mentorship, inspiration and an experience of a lifetime free to over 500 local underprivileged youth.
Forbes has reported that all his different ventures have accumulated a fortune that conservatively totals $1 billion, making him one of only a handful of entertainers and the first in his genre to reach that plateau.
Within the article, Forbes breaks down Jay’s net worth in detail, noting that he’s made over $310 million in Ace of Spades champagne alone, along with hundreds of millions with D’Ussé, Tidal, and investments in companies like Uber as well.
Additionally, he’s earned $75 million each with Roc Nation and his own music catalog, with an additional $70 million for his art collection as well as another $50 million for his deals in real estate.
Jay is teaching in a lot bigger classroom than I’ll ever teach in,” Warren Buffett once said to Forbes magazine, “For a young person growing up, he’s the guy to learn from.” Meanwhile, his peers in the music industry have also credited Hov for his success, as Swizz Beatz once said: “If he’s a billionaire now imagine what he’s about to be, because he’s only just starting.”
To Have and To Hold: Charlotte follows the real challenges couples face, from financial stress, to issues with intimacy, to the ups and downs of parenthood.
BET Networks, a unit of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B and NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), today announced actress and comedian Regina Hall as the 2019 “BET Awards” host.
Today Lil Wayne Announced the line up for the 5th Annual “Lil Weezyana Fest”. This year’s concert, which is being presented by radio station Q93 and Live Nation Urban, will take place on September 7th and include live performances from Travis Scott, Meek Mill, Trey Songz, Kash Doll, Megan Thee Stallion, Saweetie, Melii, Leven Kali, Akbar V, and more. If it’s based on the previous shows, there will be plenty of special guests making an appearance too.
The Redemption Project with Van Jones is a new eight-part CNN Original Series, created and executive produced by Jonas Bell Pasht and Jonah Bekhor of Citizen Jones and Academy-Award®-nominated director Jason Cohen. Offering a rare glimpse into the restorative justice process,each episode follows the victim, or surviving family members, of a life-altering crime as they journey to meet face-to-face with their offender in the hopes of findinganswers or some sense of healing. Van Jones serves as a guide for the viewer throughout this transformational experience. Through unique access to the U.S. prison system, this powerful series explores the human potential for redemption.
More than 200 local Comcast NBCUniversal employees and their families partnered with Atlanta Hawks’ Kent Bazemore and his ARMS Foundation volunteers to improve BEN at Miles Elementary School as part of the 18thannual Comcast Cares Day on Saturday, May 4, 2019.
ARROW: THE COMPLETE SEVENTH SEASONContains All Exhilarating Episodes from the Seventh Season,Plus a Crossover Featurette, 2018 Comic-Con Panel, and More!Available on Blu-ray™ & DVD August 20, 2019Including All Three Episodes of the DC Crossover Event: Elseworlds Available Only on the Blu-Ray Set
According to reports, a bill is being proposed by the New York Senate that is looking to ban pedestrians from electronic devices like cell phones while walking. If the statewide ban went through, people would be fined $25 to $250 if they were caught texting, browsing the internet, and checking emails.
“When there is an assassination attempt on U.S. President Allan Trumbull (Morgan Freeman), his trusted confidant, Secret Service Agent Mike Banning (Gerard Butler), is wrongfully accused and taken into custody. After escaping from capture, he becomes a man on the run and must evade his own agency and outsmart the FBI in order to find the real threat to the President. Desperate to uncover the truth, Banning turns to unlikely allies to help clear his name, keep his family from harm and save the country from imminent danger.”
“Keepin It Movin” Is The First Single From WORK IN PROGRESS, 11 Unreleased Tracks and Alternative Cuts from Mineo’s Lost Files Available Friday, August 23rd
The Toronto rapper recently revealed that he’s got an epic custom private jet in the works… but it’s actually a full-blown partnership with Canadian cargo company Cargojet.
This afternoon, the Beverly Hilton and LadyLike Foundation founder Leah Pump welcomed an illustrious group of young women for the 11th Annual LadyLike Foundation Women of Excellence Luncheon which honored Storm Reid, Marjorie Harvey, Carrie O’dell, and Jordin Sparks. The nonprofit organization, whose mission is to educate, empower and inspire young girls living in underprivileged communities around the Greater Los Angeles area, hosted this annual fundraiser to honor women in the community and who are “Excellent” in their fields of occupation and philanthropy. The event also takes time to recognize its college scholarship recipients for the year.
From Record-Breaking Producer Will Packer, Jamey Giddens, Lionsgate and Debmar-Mercury,Ensemble Drama Stars Robin Givens, Brian White,Kendrick Cross, Brely Evans, Erica Page and Essence Atkins
The 52-year-old tells TMZ he was diagnosed back in February and he’s currently undergoing intensive chemotherapy treatments … but he says it’s too early to tell how his body’s responding to the chemo.
The rapper says his diagnosis came as a shock … because he was getting tests for month for a mass on his pancreas … a mass doctors said was benign.
“John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends,” they said in a statement. “We want to thank the amazing doctors at Cedars-Sinai [Medical Center] for their expert care and kindness, and we again want to thank all of John’s fans, friends and colleagues for all of the love and support they showed him during this difficult time.”
The 2019 ESSENCE Festival® presented by Coca-Cola, the world’s largest cultural, entertainment and empowerment experience and the largest celebration of global Black culture, convenes top world leaders, influencers and creators for its newly reimagined ESSENCE Power Stage. Free and open to the public, the ESSENCE Power Stage will feature conversations and keynote addresses with influencers and artists – plus a culminating all-star Gospel celebration with performances celebrating 25 years of Black women in Gospel music.
April 23, 2019 – Today, theLadyLike Foundation announced their 2019 honorees for the 11th Annual LadyLike Foundation Women of Excellence Luncheon, which will include Carrie O’dell, Jordin Sparks, Marjorie Harvey and Storm Reid. The nonprofit organization, whose mission is to educate, empower and inspire young girls living in underprivileged communities around the Greater Los Angeles area, hosts this annual fundraiser to honor women in the community and in our world who are “Excellent” in their fields of occupation and philanthropy. The Women of Excellence Luncheon will take place onSaturday, May 11that the Beverly Hilton Hotel with Holly Robinson Peete returning as host.
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