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Mary Mary's Showcase in NY  (Erika, Jamillah Muhammad, WMMJ/WPRS/Radio One DC, Tina,  Karen Smith, MD/WMMJ/Radio One DC)

“Technology is a big part of what we do as a band and what we use, and just creates a real experience for our fans.” -Today marks the official launch of Music x Technology, an online destination for new ideas at the intersection of music and technology, curated by Microsoft at microsoft.com/musicxtech. Monthly content will feature new artist collaborations with behind­-the-­scenes access on how the music experiences came to life through technology. [...]

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Jamel Ali, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in chemical and biomedical engineering at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering.By Trisha RadulovichA FAMU-FSU College of Engineering...

TheIndustry.biz is sad to report that industry vet Lee Cadena has died. Cadena had a varied industry history that included programming, on air and working for the legendary Urban Network, the Low Riders Oldies Show and Lee managed the late Teena Marie amongst other ventures. The Industry Dot Biz' Kevin Ross states "Lee was one of the good guys, one of the nicest guys in the industry. Always high-spirited and funny. Rest in Power." Cadena had been in the hospital for quite some time recently. He died at home early this morning surrounded by his wife and sons. [...]

Maxine Blamed for Lack of "Civility" in Politics?

Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) has canceled upcoming appearances in Alabama and Texas because of "a very serious death threat." The threat follows the back and forth between Waters and President Trump over her call to protesters to confront members of the Trump administration in public over their support for the president’s zero-tolerance policy against immigrants.Waters attributes the threats and hate responses to President Trump's response to her on Twitter Monday along with a series of other comments. Some feel there is a double standard when Waters is being accused of lacking civility without considering President Trump's tweets and attacks. Are they right or wrong?This issue, of course, is attributed to various members of the Trump administration being confronted by demonstrators and opponents to the immigration policy being asked to leave establishments because of their support. See Trump's tweet below. Is this a threat or just a response?Donald J. Trump@realDonaldTrumpCongresswoman Maxine Waters, an extraordinarily low IQ person, has become, together with Nancy Pelosi, the Face of the Democrat Party. She has just called for harm to supporters, of which there are many, of the Make America Great Again movement. Be careful what you wish for Max!Maxine's reponse below.@maxinewaters10:11 AM - Jun 25, 2018“As the president has continued to lie and falsely claim that I encouraged people to assault his supporters, while also offering a veiled threat that I should ‘be careful,’ even more individuals are leaving [threatening] messages and sending hostile mail to my office,” Waters said.See Waters's speech that got the above tweet from President Trump.

Benztown Radio Networks announced today that nationally syndicated radio show, Sunday Night Slow Jams, has a major new sponsor, legal services firm Jackson and...

The Michael Jackson 5th, Annual "King of Pop" Tribute Festival of the Arts committee is inviting music and art lovers from all over the world to join this year's celebration at the birth home of Michael Jackson in Gary, Indiana.We also welcome Artists who would like to perform, Vendors, Sponsors and Volunteers for this year's Tribute Festival. We invite both established and emerging independent artist to perform on the big stage; in the areas of dance, spoken word, bands, instrumentalist, theater and artists from all areas of the performing arts community.Go to www.officialmichaeljacksontribute.com to submit your information to be considered for a performance slot during this year's 3 day festival event.There will be a special MJ dance competition with $5,000 in cash up for grabs for the talented winner. There will also be a musical competition where the winner will secure a KES indie music starter deal worth $15,000 in services.The festival takes place, Thursday, August 28th and Friday the 29th, 12:00 noon CST until 9:00 p.m. Saturday the 30th, from 9:00am CST until 9:00pm.The festival will commence at the birth home of Michael Jackson; 2300 Jackson Street and the Roosevelt High School football field.The festival will be three fun filled days, full of activities for kids and their families with great music and dance performances for everyone to enjoy. Admission to the festival is free to the public. Headlining the festival will be Interscope Boy Band Mindless Behavior along with Disney Star Roshon Fegan, RCA Recording Artist Jacob Latimore and numerous acts and performers throughout each day. There will be an exotic petting zoo and kid's pavilion, guaranteed to be enjoyed by both children and adults. Adding to this exciting weekend on Saturday there will be a car show featuring incredible vintage and classic cars. The event features dual stage performances with the main stage located on the Roosevelt High School football field, surrounded by many local and Chicagoland vendors.