Category: Industry Related News
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SHOWTIME: The Chi & Black Monday at Essence Festival
SHOWTIME brings hit drama The Chi and new comedy Black Monday to 2018 Essence Festival. Creator Lena Waithe headlines keynote while Regina Hall debuts exclusive footage.
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Fox Sets Date for Rescheduled Disney Merger Vote
21st Century Fox sets July 27, 2018 for stockholder vote on amended Disney merger agreement. The board recommends approval of the revised deal.
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Anita Baker Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at BET
R&B legend Anita Baker will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2018 BET Awards. The Grammy-winning artist with eight awards and seven platinum albums is currently on her farewell tour.
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NETFLIX ANNOUNCES THREE NEW UNSCRIPTED SERIES
Netflix announces three new unscripted series: The Fix comedy show with Jimmy Carr, Westside following LA musicians, and Sugar Rush baking competition.
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Netflix Renews Danish Series The Rain for Second Season
Netflix has renewed its first Danish original series The Rain for a second season. The acclaimed post-apocalyptic drama will return to production later this year and launch in 2019.
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Jamie Foxx to Host BET Awards 2018 Live from Los Angeles
Jamie Foxx returns to host the BET Awards 2018 after nearly a decade. The Academy and Grammy winner will lead the ceremony live from Los Angeles on June 24.
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DJ Mary Masons Grandson Pleads Guilty to Theft from Her Will
DJ Mary Mason’s grandson Calvin Turner IV pleaded guilty to stealing $331,000 from her will, forcing the legendary Philadelphia radio host into a cheaper nursing home.
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“WELCOME TO SWEETIE PIE’S” ANNOUNCES FINAL SEASON PREMIERE
OWN’s hit reality series ‘Welcome to Sweetie Pie’s’ announces its fifth and final season premiere May 1st, celebrating 100 episodes of family drama.
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Netflix’s Seven Seconds: Police and Community Relations
Netflix’s Seven Seconds starring Regina King delivers a captivating examination of police-community tensions after a white officer hits a black teenager in Jersey City.
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Intel CEO Brian Krzanich to Keynote at CES 2018
Intel CEO Brian Krzanich will deliver the keynote address at CES 2018, focusing on AI revolution and 5G technology. The presentation takes place January 8 at Monte Carlo’s Park Theater.
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Kym Whitley Hosts NBCUniversal Short Film Festival Finale
Comedian-actor Kym Whitley hosts the 12th Annual NBCUniversal Short Film Festival finale on October 18, celebrating diverse storytellers and underrepresented voices in entertainment.
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David Kramer & Jay Sures Named Co-Presidents of UTA
David Kramer and Jay Sures have been named co-presidents of United Talent Agency, working alongside CEO Jeremy Zimmer to lead the major talent agency’s continued expansion.
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SCBA Spotlight Series: Southern California Showcase
The Southern California Broadcasters Association launches SCBA Spotlight Series featuring successful radio clients. First interview showcases attorney Shawn Matian and his Matian Law Firm’s success with Hispanic radio advertising.
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BET.com Achieves Record 19.1 Million Unique Visitors in June
BET.com achieved a historic milestone with 19.1 million unique visitors in June 2017, marking its highest monthly total ever. The 28% year-over-year increase was driven by the BET Awards premiere and digital platform improvements.
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Cassius Launches “CASSIUS Life” Franchise Series
iOne Digital launches CASSIUS Life video franchise featuring Detroit rapper Dej Loaf. The five-part series offers intimate glimpses into Black culture influencers and trendsetters.
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BET Networks Announces Leadership Structure Changes
BET Networks announces major leadership restructuring with Michael D. Armstrong as General Manager and new appointments for Jeanine Liburd and Donna Blackman.
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Motown to Release DETROIT Soundtrack Inspired by the Film
Motown Records releases Detroit Official Soundtrack featuring The Roots’ new song ‘It Ain’t Fair’ and classic Motown artists. The album captures the sound of 1967 Detroit riots through music from and inspired by Kathryn Bigelow’s film.
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Jackie Chan in ‘The Foreigner’ – Official Trailer
Jackie Chan stars alongside Pierce Brosnan in The Foreigner, a revenge thriller about a businessman seeking justice for his daughter’s death in a terrorist attack.
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BET Awards 2017 Complete Winners List
The 2017 BET Awards complete winners list includes Beyoncé’s multiple wins for Lemonade and Sorry, plus Kendrick Lamar, Bruno Mars, and Chance the Rapper.
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Urban Media Launches Trade Site for Entertainment
All Urban Media launches as a new trade site covering urban entertainment, film, TV, streaming, and podcasts for people of color. The site expands RMI Publishing’s reach beyond Radio Facts into broader entertainment industry coverage.
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ESSENCE Festival Announces Full Lineup
ESSENCE Festival 2017 announces full lineup featuring Diana Ross, Chance the Rapper, and Mary J. Blige headlining the New Orleans event June 30-July 2.
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2017 Music & Entertainment Conference
102.9 KBLX and Q102.1 host 2017 Music & Entertainment Conference featuring Bell Biv DeVoe, Mathew Knowles, Johnny Gill, and D’Wayne Wiggins in San Jose.