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Monthly Archives: December 2022

On Dec. 23, Daystar “Tory Lanez” Peterson, a Canadian artist, was found guilty of all three charges brought against him in the shooting of fellow artist, Megan “The Stallion” Pete in 2020. He now faces up to 22 years in prison and deportation. After about two weeks, a jury of seven […]

Tory Lanez Faces Deportation and Up to 22 Years in ...

December 24, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Megan Thee Stallion / Music / Tory Lanez by William Carter

Philip Johnson of Philaye Films continues to evolve his creativity. In just about a year, two films he helped co-create/produce are now on two separate streaming services. The films “The Unhinged” and “Maybe Next Christmas” were released in 2021 to much success. “The Unhinged,” created by Robert Graves and Johnson, follows a […]

Philip Johnson Places Two Films on Streaming Services: ‘Extremely Fulfilled’

December 22, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Film / Philaye Films / Philip Johnson by William Carter

K. Michelle is going back on tour in support of her forthcoming album, “I’m The Problem.” Kimberly “K. Michelle” Pate has done spot dates for the past few years given the pandemic, but her last tour started in late 2019. The “I’m The Problem” album is set to be Pate’s last […]

K. Michelle Announces ‘I’m The Problem’ US Tour

December 19, 2022 in Entertainment tagged K. Michelle / R&B by William Carter

In their latest release, R&B group FLO makes the ending of a relationship a peaceful moment of self-reflection in “Losing You.” The single describes the end of a relationship and how that end can be necessary for growth and acknowledging who you may be and what you may bring. “Losing You” […]

FLO Makes a Breakup Look Peaceful in #NewVideo for ‘Losing ...

December 19, 2022 in #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music tagged #NewMusic / Flo / R&B by William Carter

As a staple painting in the Black community, many know the image of “Blue Monday” by Annie Lee, a Black woman (inspired by Lee’s life) sitting on the edge of the bed in a blue bedroom on Monday morning. Lizzo channeled that painting for her recent SNL performance of “Break Up […]

#NewVideo: Lizzo Pays Homage to ‘Blue Monday’ Painting by Annie ...

December 19, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Blue Monday / Lizzo / SNL by William Carter

Although she is “a little nervous and anxious,” Aya Ito is still “excited” about the release of her debut solo EP, “Just Might,” which also highlights her Japanese upbringing. Download “Just Might” here. Ito has released previous singles “Something New,” “Spellbound” and her cover of “If You Let Me,” but her […]

Aya Ito Blends Vulnerability and Culture on Debut Solo EP ...

December 15, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Aya Ito / Interview / Music by William Carter

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office confirms that Stephen “tWitch” Boss, dancer, entertainer, and best known for being the DJ of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” has died at 40. His wife, Allison Holker, issued a statement to E News. “Stephen lit up every room he stepped into,” Holker said. “He valued family, […]

‘tWitch,’ Famed DJ and Entertainer, Passes Away at 40

December 14, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Ellen Degeneres / tWitch by William Carter

“Abbott Elementary” continues its successful reign. The series was nominated for the best tv musical or comedy series, along with Quinta Brunson, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Janelle James and Tyler James Williams for their acting roles on the series. In September, creator Brunson and fellow actress Ralph earned Emmys for “Abbott Elementary,” […]

‘Abbott Elementary’ Earns 5 Golden Globe Nominations, Most Among Television Nominees ...

December 13, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Abbott Elementary / Janelle James / Quinta Brunson / Sheryl Lee Ralph / Tyler James Williams by William Carter

Rihanna continues to grow in her career and that shows with her latest award nomination. Rihanna released “Lift Me Up” in October as a part of the Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever Soundtrack, which also served as her first solo song in six years. The song is now nominated for a […]

Rihanna, Tems Earn First Golden Globe Nomination: ‘God Be Showin ...

December 13, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Black Panther / Rihanna / Tems by William Carter

Janet Jackson announces 33-date “Together Again” tour across the U.S. with Ludacris. Jackson announced the tour across social media on Monday, along with pre-sale information on purchasing tickets. This is Jackson’s first tour since canceling her 2020 Black Diamond tour, due to COVID-19. The “Together Again” tour will celebrate her 50th anniversary in entertainment […]

Janet Jackson Announces “Together Again” Tour with Ludacris

December 12, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Janet Jackson / Ludacris by William Carter

It’s official, the Golden Globes will return to a live show in 2023 with comedian host, Jerrod Carmichael. The Hollywood Foreign Press Association made the announcement Thursday. Carmichael is best known for The Carmichael Show and his HBO comedy specials. His most recent one earned him an Emmy in 2022. “We’re […]

Jerrod Carmichael to Host 2023 Golden Globes

December 9, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Golden Globes / Jerrod Carmichael by William Carter

Sevyn Streeter gets into the Christmas spirit with her cover of “The Christmas Song,” made famous by Nat King Cole. In the video, Streeter dressed in white is accompanied by a piano player, who plays on an all-white piano, complimenting the outfit choice. There are moments of snow slowly falling around […]

#NewMusic: Sevyn Streeter Takes Her Spin at the Classic ‘The ...

December 9, 2022 in Entertainment by William Carter

SZA has finally released her new album, SOS., her long-awaited follow-up to CTRL. Self-described as her “most daring body of work yet,” the 23-track project comes after the release of her latest single, “Shirt,” which SZA teased almost two years ago. The album has features from Don Toliver, Phoebe Bridgers, Travis […]

#NewMusic: SZA Releases New ‘SOS’ Album & ‘Nobody Gets Me’ ...

December 9, 2022 in #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music tagged #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music / R&B / SZA by William Carter

2020 Marked 20 years since Jill Scott’s debut album, “Who Is Scott?: Words and Sounds Vol 1.” A tour that was underway was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but 23 years later, Scott will honor the album starting in February 2023. Although Scott had to pause performances during the pandemic, […]

Jill Scott to Embark on Tour to Celebrate ‘Who Is ...

December 4, 2022 in Entertainment tagged Jill Scott by William Carter