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Contemporary worship music collective, Maverick City Music (founded by Tony Brown and Jonathan Jay), debuts at #1 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Chart with the brand-new album, Move Your Heart. Additionally, the album’s lead single, “I Thank God” currently sits #1 on Billboard’s Gospel Digital Sales chart. Currently, Maverick City Music dominates the charts across categories: #1 – “I Thank God” – Billboard Gospel […]

Maverick City Music Dominates Various Billboard Gospel Music Charts

February 11, 2021 in Music tagged Gospel / Maverick City Music / Music by William Carter

Performing just three songs, Giveon still commands the stage on his NPR Tiny Desk (Home) concert. “THE BEACH,” “LIKE I WANT YOU,” and “Stuck On You” are some of Giveon‘s fan favorites from both his TAKE TIME and When It’s All Said And Done EPs. With a minimal band, Giveon‘s vocals […]

Giveon Takes His Voice to NPR’s ‘Tiny Desk (Home) Concert’ ...

February 10, 2021 in #NewVideo / Music tagged Giveon / Music by William Carter

Prior to the premiere of their joint EP BusBoy, ThankYouBus and bylameboy release a short film by the same name; giving a glimpse into the project. Although currently based in Los Angeles, ThankYouBus, aka Terrence Strader, a multi-hyphenate creative from the Far-EastSide of Indianapolis, Indiana. Raised by his single mother, art immediately […]

ThankYouBus & bylameboy Release a Short Film Ahead of Their ...

January 29, 2021 in #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music tagged bylameboy / Music / ThankYouBus by William Carter

Providing sensual music for that late-night creep, Raheem DeVaughn drops his new single “Mr. Midnight,” and has no problem saying it how it is. “Mr. Midnight is tastefully sensual and was inspired by Black Love. I predict that it will be one of the sexiest songs of 2020,” DeVaughn said. For […]

#NewVideo: Raheem DeVaughn is ‘Mr. Midnight’ in Sensual New Single

January 25, 2021 in #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music tagged #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music / Raheem Devaughn by William Carter

TV One presents its two-part documentary special UNSUNG PRESENTS: MUSIC & THE MOVEMENT –remembering the artists and songs that have provided the soundtrack to the fight for justice and equality, airing in two parts. On hand to provide commentary about the new musical genre that emerged during pivotal movements in Black Americans […]

TV One Celebrates The Galvanizing Power of Black Music in ...

January 7, 2021 in Culture / Music tagged Culture / Music / TV One by William Carter

Musician, writer, educator, philanthropist, and family man Alex Harris has made waves during this global pandemic. Harris released his Frequency EP, put together a virtual release party, and just released “Every Day Will Be Like A Holiday,” his holiday single. Faith, education, music are things Harris’ parents instilled in him, and […]

Alex Harris Gets Personal on Life, Music, and Philanthropy (Interview)

January 1, 2021 in Entertainment / Interview / Music tagged Alex Harris / Interview / Music / Social Justice / Soul by

Sevyn has written bangers for herself, as well as for other people. She has worked with Chris Brown, Jordin Sparks, Brandy, Tamar Braxton, Trey Songz, and many more. She has even opened for Beyoncé in the past. While you may be able to name seven of Sevyn’s own songs, here are […]

Seven Songs Sevyn Streeter Helped Write

December 17, 2020 in Music tagged Music / Sevyn / Sevyn Streeter by William Carter

The Grammy nominations are in! Beyoncé leads the pack with nine nominations. Megan Thee Stallion and Da Baby earned four nominations each. Jhené Aiko got nominated for Album of the Year. One shocker for many is that The Weeknd didn’t receive a single nomination this year. Check the full list below. […]

The 2021 Grammy Nominations are Here, Beyoncé Earns Nine

November 24, 2020 in Entertainment tagged Grammys / Music by William Carter

Jazmine Sullivan definitely has people in their feelings with her new song, but this time, its a feeling of learning lessons and self-worth. “Pick Up Your Feelings” follows Sullivan’s previous single “Lost One,” and is a part of upcoming project due in December. There are lessons learned from every relationship, but […]

#NewMusic: Jazmine Sullivan Knows Self-Worth in ‘Pick Up Your Feelings,’ ...

November 22, 2020 in #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music tagged #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Jazmine Sullivan / Music by William Carter

Brandon Lewis taps Jessica Ray for their new duet, “Back In Love.” Both having just released numerous songs over the summer under MIME Records, including Lewis’ “Black Man” and Ray’s “Deep,” Lewis eagerly anticipated the release of this timeless single. Reminiscent of Tamia and Eric Benét. While so many songs are about […]

#NewVideo: Brandon Lewis and Jessica Ray Show What it Means ...

November 13, 2020 in #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music tagged #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Brandon Lewis / Jessica Ray / Music by William Carter

Vivian Green’s seventh studio album, LOVE ABSOLUTE is here. Recording that album allowed Green to feel “liberated to explore what was in my head without a spotlight, judgment or critics.” “I’ve listened to Love Absolute many times and I must say that it’s wonderfully versatile and beautifully cohesive,” Green said. “It’s […]

#NewMusic: Vivian Green Releases Seventh Studio Album ‘LOVE ABSOLUTE’

November 13, 2020 in #NewMusic / Music tagged #NewMusic / Music / Vivian Green by William Carter

BET has announced the hosts and nominees for the 2020 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS across 12 different categories. The annual celebration recognizes the best in Soul, R&B and Hip Hop from both established industry legends and the next generation of promising artists. Actor, singer and writer Tisha Campbell (Martin, My Wife & Kids, Last Man Standing, […]

Tichina Arnold & Tisha Campbell Return to Host the 2020 ...

November 11, 2020 in Entertainment / Music / Television tagged Music / Soul Train / Soul Train Awards / Tichina Arnold / Tisha Campbell by William Carter

Mario drops his second video from his Closer to Mars EP. “Pretty Mouth Magick” was directed by Mario and Sterling Hampton. We see Mario giving sex appeal, a few dance moves, creativity, glowing in red, and being a pronoun inclusive king. His co-starring ladies highlight Mario while also being able to […]

#NewVideo: Mario Has Confidence & Sex Appeal in ‘Pretty Mouth ...

November 6, 2020 in #NewVideo / Music tagged #NewVideo / Mario / Music by William Carter

(NASHVILLE, TN) – November 5, 2020 – Entertainment One’s (eOne) GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer James Fortune celebrates, his 7th #1 Billboard Gospel single as an artist, “Nobody Like Jesus” featuring beloved artist Lisa Knowles Smith. “I am in awe of God and humbled that He continues to choose me,” Fortune said to Billboard. “I am thankful for God’s favor […]

James Fortune Earns 12th Billboard Gospel Single with “Nobody Like ...

November 5, 2020 in Entertainment / Music tagged Gospel / James Fortune / Music by William Carter

Given the fact election time has been happening, and today is the day, Keke Palmer urges people to follow through on actions and “Actually Vote.” The entertainer’s call to action ups the younger generations and connects multiple political actions, people, and social trends. Check out the song below, and visit visit […]

#NewVideo: Keke Palmer Urges People to Follow Through and ‘Actually ...

November 3, 2020 in #NewMusic / #NewVideo / Music tagged #NewMusic / #NewVideo / KeKe Palmer / Music / Vote by William Carter