Black Creatives Matter: The Glam Shoppe
Turning depression into success, Deirdre Ford followed a dream and used sadness as a propeller to create her fashion store, The Glam Shoppe.
Raven-Symoné and Adrienne Bailon Would Do a ‘Bubbles and Chuchie’ Cheetah Girls Reboot
Although there isn’t a Cheetah Girls reboot currently in the works, Raven-Symoné would be down to one with Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, “in a heartbeat. The Cheetah Girls film debuted in 2003 and became a massive phenomenon and spawned two sequels. Starring Raven-Symoné, Bailon-Houghton, Kiely Williams and Sabrina Bryant, the films succeeded despite […]
#NewVideo: Mario Teams Up with Ty Dolla $ign in ‘Used To Me’
In his latest musical release, Mario teams up with Ty Dolla $ign in the sensual “Used To Me.” Written by both Mario and Ty Dolla $ign, and produced by D-Mile, “Used To Me” has the singers combining “passion and pain.” “The inspiration behind ‘Used To Me’ is my life,” Mario said […]
George Wallace, Ralph Farquhar to be Honored at Inaugural Humor Mill Comedy Awards
Two comedy and entertainment veterans will be honored at the inaugural Humor Mill Comedy Awards; comedian George Wallace and television writer and producer Ralph Farquhar, and will be hosted by fellow comedian Chris Spencer. Farquhar will receive the Icon Award and is behind hit shows like “Moesha,” “The Parkers,” “Married…with Children,” “The Proud Family,” […]
Black Creatives Matter (The Podcast): Gary L. Gray
Destined for greatness by his grandmother before he was born, Gary L. Gray rose as a star child actor, continuing his career into adulthood and shifting into voice acting, among other things. In the first episode of the Black Creatives Matter Podcast, Gray talked about childhood acting, the importance of AJ from […]
ICYMI: Lizzo Inspires as a Superhero in ‘Special’ Music Video
Known for inspiring people from all walks of life, but especially women who look like her, Lizzo embodies a true superhero in her new video “Special” from her album of the same name. From saving a little girl from an accident, stopping crime and rescuing babies from a. Brining baby, all […]
Rihanna Shares Second Pregnancy During Super Bowl Performance
In 13 minutes, Rihanna performed a medley of hits, including many of her no. 1 hits at the Super Bowl halftime show, but that’s not the only reason she broke the internet again during Black History Month. Rihanna appeared from the sky during her performance with glimpses of a protruding belly […]
Kenny Lattimore Earns First #1 Billboard Adult R&B Song In 25 Years With ‘Take A Dose’
With more than two decades in the game, and 25 years exactly since his song “For You” went number one on the R&B charts, Kenny Lattimore earned another number one song with “Take A Dose.” Earning another number-one record is a great musical achievement, but it’s not the only thing Lattimore […]
R&B Group Flo Sell Out Their First Headline US Tour
Shortly after tickets went on sale for UK R&B group Flo‘s first international headlining tour, the group sold out all seven U.S. dates. The group gained fame and notoriety across social media with their successful single “Cardboard Box,” and followed that with their strong “The Lead” EP. After announcing the sell-out […]
Jazz Artist Samara Joy Won Best New Artist at 2023 Grammys
Rising artist Samara Joy, 23, is getting recognition for her work as she won Best New Artist at the 2023 Grammys. Joy, a Bronx native, beat out Anitta, Omar Apollo, DOMi & JD Beck, Muni Long, Latto, Måneskin, Tobe Nwigwe, Molly Tuttle, and Wet Legin in the same category. She was on the verge of tears while accepting her reward. […]
Beyoncé Becomes Most Awarded Artist in Grammys History
Already with a number of accolades under her belt, Beyoncé can add another one. She is now the most-awarded artist in Grammy history. Prior to the final award, Beyoncé had already won three Grammys at the 2023 award show; Best Dance/Electronic Recording for “Break My Soul,” Best Traditional R&B Performance with […]
Viola Davis Achieves EGOT Status After 2023 Grammy Win
The acting legend that is Viola Davis has already cemented herself as a historic craftswoman, but she has achieved a new status. Davis is officially an EGOT winner. On Feb. 5, Davis won her first Grammy. She won the Grammy for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling for her autobiography, “Finding […]
Beyoncé Announces Renaissance World Tour, Releases Full Dates
Almost a year after releasing “Break My Soul,” Beyoncé has officially announced the Renaissance World Tour after months of speculation. Beyoncé’s last solo tour was in 2016 with The Formation World Tour. She also toured with her husband JAY-Z in 2018 with their second On the Run II Tour. The tour […]
#NewVideo: Ari Lennox Releases Live Version of ‘Hoodie’ from ‘age/sex/location’ Tour
Ari Lennox has released a live performance video of “Hoodie” from her age/sex/location tour. In a Black leather two-piece outfit, Lennox belts out the lyrics to “Hoodie” along with the crowd singing every word back. Lennox’s tour started on Jan. 26, at the Las Vegas House Of Blues and will run through the […]
Michael Jackson’s Nephew Jaafar Jackson to Play Him in Upcoming Biopic
An upcoming Michael Jackson biopic has found its Michael, and it’s his nephew, Jaafar Jackson, the son of Jermaine Jackson. Antoine Fuqua will direct the upcoming biopic titled “Michael” and said “the motion picture event that explores the journey of the man who became the King of Pop. Coming soon.” “I’m […]
