Black Hollywood Stars at First Ladies High Tea
The 19th L.A. Focus First Ladies High Tea at Beverly Hilton featured over 1,000 attendees celebrating church first ladies. Lynn Whitfield received the Legacy Award...
Year : 2016
Radio Personality LIZ BLACK Joins BET Staff
Radio personality Liz Black joins BET staff as voice of new musical show 'Joyful Noise.' The WBLS 107.5 host brings years of gospel radio experience...
Colleague Remembers Radio Legend Herb Kent’s Lasting Impact
Radio colleague Reggie Miles Sr. shares heartfelt memories of legendary DJ Herb Kent's 72-year career at WVON Chicago and his lasting impact on urban radio....
Radio Facts Honors 2016’s Top Innovators in Urban Radio
Radio Facts honors 2016's biggest innovators and influencers in urban and Black radio, spotlighting industry leaders like Cathy Hughes and D.L. Hughley....
Obama: Michelle Would Divorce If He Ran Again
President Obama appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live discussing why he can't run for another term and the sacrifices his family made during his presidency....
Obama Jokes as BET Brings Final Music Night to White House
President Barack Obama hosted his final White House music night with BET, featuring Usher, Jill Scott, and Janelle Monae in a memorable farewell event....
BS RADIO SIGNS MICHAEL MARTIN TO MULTI-YEAR CONTRACT RENEWAL
CBS Radio signs Michael Martin to multi-year contract renewal as SVP of Programming and Music Initiatives. Martin oversees Top 40 programming and live events....
Gamble and Huff Mourn Robert Edwards’ Death
Robert 'Big Sonny' Edwards, original member of The Intruders and pioneer of the Philadelphia Sound, has died. The group's 1968 hit 'Cowboys to Girls' helped...
Diddy Presents Nas with Jimmy Iovine Icon Award
Diddy presented Nas with the prestigious Jimmy Iovine Icon Award at the Revolt Music Conference, delivering a powerful tribute to the hip-hop legend's career....
Michael Baisden Is Bringing “Grown Folks” Radio Back!
Michael Baisden announces his return to radio with a new syndicated show airing weekdays 3-7pm EST. The interactive program focuses on adult relationships, community activism,...
Michael Baisden Returning to Radio
Michael Baisden is making his comeback to radio through syndication after an extended break from broadcasting....
Nas on Investing and Wild Pitch Ideas
Nas discusses his investing experiences on Jimmy Kimmel Live, revealing the craziest business pitch he's received and who approaches him most often with ideas....
Emmis to Sell Terre Haute Radio Stations
Emmis Communications announces $5.2 million sale of four Terre Haute radio stations including WTHI-FM and WWVR-FM to Midwest Communications and DLC Media....
DJ Enuff: Breaking Barriers with Music
Hot 97's DJ Enuff discusses breaking barriers in music and his Spanish influence in the original series 97 Seconds. The Brooklyn-raised DJ shares his journey...
John Legend on Incarceration, Family, and Music
John Legend discusses mass incarceration, minimum sentencing laws, and family life in revealing WBLS interview with Deja Vu....
Tina Knowles & T.D. Jakes: Life After Divorce
Tina Knowles appears on T.D. Jakes' talk show to discuss finding love and rebuilding life after divorce. She shares insights on self-love and balancing relationships...
Radio Facts attends the Living Legends Foundation Dinner
Radio Facts attended the annual Living Legends Foundation dinner in Los Angeles, celebrating music industry veterans and providing financial assistance to industry professionals in need....
Clarence Avant Gets Star on Walk of Fame
Industry legend Clarence Avant, known as the 'Godfather of Black Music,' received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 85-year-old icon was celebrated...
Radio Facts Women of Color in Radio: Entire Issue
Radio Facts presents a comprehensive special issue highlighting women of color making their mark in the radio industry. Celebrating the achievements and contributions of diverse...
Michael Jackson Told Usher What?
Usher reveals the greatest advice he received from Michael Jackson in a new WBLS interview. He also discusses his 8701 and Confessions albums....
Rapper Kid Cudi Checks into Rehab
Kid Cudi checked into rehab for depression and suicidal thoughts. The rapper shared his struggles on Facebook, revealing he's 'not at peace.'...
Ramin Djawadi’s Game of Thrones Concert Ex…
Composer Ramin Djawadi unveils first look at Game of Thrones Live Concert Experience featuring full orchestra and immersive visuals touring 28 cities in 2017....
DJ Khaled on Fatherhood and Vegan Diet
DJ Khaled discussed his best year yet on The Wendy Williams Show, covering his tour with Beyonc�, becoming a new father, and adopting a vegan...
Chance The Rappers Explains Why He Doesn’t Sell His Music
Chance the Rapper explains his unique approach to the music industry by giving away his music for free instead of selling it during Tonight Show...
Discussion on Marvin Gaye’s Legacy Sparks Nostalgic Memories
A mother's discussion about Marvin Gaye's legacy with her friend leads to surprising musical knowledge from her 7-year-old, highlighting the importance of passing down music...