Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Braxton and Surrat Family will hold a special service to honor Traci Braxton, who passed away on March 12 after her battle with esophageal cancer. After the news broke about Traci’s passing, her son Kevin shared the following message. “When I heard the news about […]
After nearly a month since the release of her latest single, K. Michelle has released the video for “Scooch,” the lead single from what she said is her last R&B album ‘I’m The Problem.’ Directed by famed photography and videographer Derek Blanks, the video begins with a heart-shaped jewelry box opening […]
Rising artist Jay Watts has taken releasing a debut EP to the next level by releasing a complementary visual version of his Antidote EP, along with the completed seven-track audio project. Antidote was led by the lead single, “Numb“, which was written by Jacques Watkins and produced by IKXNNX and Reefa. It […]
Ahead of his debut album, Chapter & Verse, artist J. Brown has teamed up with R&B heavyweight Tank for the lead single “Don’t Rush.” “When Tank called me and said he had a record that would be perfect for us to do, there was no doubt in my mind that I […]
From the moment fans saw JoJo’s silhouette behind the white sheet as she arrived on stage, she commanded the attention of every pair of eyes. Hearing fans chant “JoJo, JoJo, JoJo,” the sheet fell, and with the first note belted, excited screams filled The Filmore in Silver Spring, Maryland. Opening the […]
Returning for a third solo album, Erica Campbell’s single, “Positive,” talks about the importance of words and positive energy, especially in the current state of the world. “Words have power,” Campbell said in a statement. “Positive is a good word even though it’s now connected to something else due to COVID-19. […]
For the first time since rumors about her health and mental state took a life of their own, Wendy Williams has addressed some of the speculations, in her own words. While speaking with Good Morning America on Thursday, Williams said she is ready to work and that fans will see her […]
R&B artist and Detroit native J. Brown returns with his new single “Simpin’,” fresh off joining Sono Recording Group (SRG/ILS) (UMG) in January, and ahead of his debut album. While Brown is no stranger to uptempo songs, the style of “Simpin’” is different. The music video was directed by Haitianev. “I […]
After being sent to jail on five felony counts of disorderly conduct for lying to the police, Jussie Smollett has been released, pending the appeal of his conviction. Smollett reportedly left the Cooks County jail on March 16, surrounded by security during the evening. After three years since the infamous […]
New Jersey native and rising artist Jay Watts is readying the release of his debut EP Antidote, and is giving fans a state with his latest single “Steps,” which follows his previous single “Numb.” The self-professed “King of Ratchet Pop” has confidently taken his time creating a premiere set that more […]
Rising talent Nija has songwriting credits with Beyoncé, Chloe X Halle, Ariana Grande, just to name a few. She is continuing her venture as a solo artist as well, producing a full length debut project. Nija’s Don’t Say I Didn’t Warn You EP has ten songs and ten videos, all separate […]
The Roots Picnic returns after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, and its lineup is full of performers for two days, featuring headlining acts like Jazmine Sullivan, Mary J. Blige with The Roots, Wizkid and more. The cultural event that takes place in Philadelphia will take place June 4-5 in Fairmount […]
Having been held off due to COVID-19, Broccoli City Festival is returning for 2022 with Wale, Ari Lennox, Rico Nasty, 21 Savage and more. The Two-day event takes place May 7 and 8 in D.C., with Broccoli Con taking place May 6. Broccoli Con is a conference that will have explorations of wellness, […]
On Friday, the NAACP revealed the final winners in the non-televised award categories during the fifth night of the 53rd NAACP Image Awards’ Virtual Experience, hosted by Affion Crockett at naacpimageawards.net and on YouTube. Featured categories recognized top performances across television and film including: “Colin in Black & White,”, Cliff “Method Man” Smith, Mary J. Blige, […]
Lifted from Eric Roberson’s 14th studio album; he said the idea of a “Lessons” remix came to him around 3 a.m. on the morning of his 13th wedding anniversary. The remix to “Lessons” features Anthony Hamilton, Raheem DeVaughn and Kevin Ross, was written by the artists and produced by Anikan & Vader and […]
