Category : Reviewed
Industry Picnic for LA People at Griffith Park
Music industry professionals gather at Griffith Park for networking picnic following recent losses of industry legends Dannie James, Dick Griffey, and Stan Bethel....
Eddie Long Addresses Allegations Amid HIV Awareness Efforts
Pastor Eddie Long addresses sexual misconduct allegations at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church amid criticism of his HIV awareness efforts in Africa....
Africa Policy Forum Announced in Atlanta
Civil Rights Icon Ambassador Andrew Young announces the Africa Policy Forum in Atlanta, featuring African Presidents and cultural events from September 24-28, 2010....
MMTC Honors Clear Channel and TBN for Diversity
MMTC celebrates Clear Channel and Trinity Broadcasting Network donations of 159 radio and LPTV stations to promote minority and women broadcast ownership through mentorship programs....
EMI Eliminates Three Execs as part of “Restructuring”
EMI Group eliminates three senior executives including COO Ronn Werre and presidents Billy Mann and Nick Gatfield as part of major restructuring....
19th Annual For Sisters Only Expo
The 19th Annual For Sisters Only Expo features T.I., Fantasia, Keri Hilson and more at Georgia World Congress Center. The largest African American family expo...
Cassandra Wilson’s “Silver Pony” Out November 9
Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson releases new album Silver Pony on Blue Note Records November 9, featuring collaborations with Ravi Coltrane and John Legend....
Back to School Reflection in Quiet Times
Industry insider Kevin Ross reflects on the quiet state of urban radio during back-to-school season, discussing Radio One promotions and Fantasia's recent interview....
Santana’s Guitar Heaven: Star-Studded Collaborations
Santana's Guitar Heaven album features star collaborations with India.Arie, Nas, Chris Cornell, and more on classic guitar songs chosen by Carlos Santana and Clive Davis....
GUEST EDITORIAL: The Wrongs of the Right
A guest editorial examines the controversy surrounding a proposed Islamic community center near Ground Zero, defending constitutional rights and religious freedom....
BREAKDOWN: George Wilborn Denied right to buy 1.7 Million House in Chicago..what’s next?
Radio Facts: Forgot to mention this earlier… Comedian George Wilborn was recently denied an opportunity to buy a $1.7 million home in Bridgeport, IL. The...
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame launches $5M fund
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation establishes $5 million endowment fund for Cleveland museum from proceeds of anniversary concerts at Madison Square Garden....
Barry Farber Named to Talker’s Heaviest Hundred
Legendary radio personality Barry Farber ranked number 12 on TALKERS Magazine's Heavy Hundred of All Time list. The veteran host celebrates 50 years in radio....
Audio of Dr. Laura saying “Nigger, Nigger, Nigger”
Radio Facts: The next time I hear a white person say racism is dead I’m going to take a sh… right there on the spot....
Denise Matthews Releases New Book on Her Past
Denise Matthews, formerly known as Vanity, has released a new book about her past titled 'Blame it on Vanity' available at blameitonvanity.com....
ESSENCE’s Hiring of White Fashion Editor Sparks Backlash
ESSENCE magazine faces widespread criticism after hiring a white fashion director, sparking debates about representation in Black media outlets....
Cathy Hughes Criticizes Dionne Warwick’s Performance
Cathy Hughes publicly criticizes Dionne Warwick over the performance tax issue, claiming radio made Warwick's career and questioning her recent relevance....
Wesley Snipes’ Legal Team Files Motions
Wesley Snipes' legal team files new motions as his tax case faces scrutiny. The actor was convicted of failure to file returns, not tax evasion...
H-Town visits Lenny Green on the Promo Trail
R&B group H-Town returns with new album 'Child Support' due September. Solomon 'Shazam' Conner and Darryl 'G.I.' Jackson promote single 'Appreciate' on radio....
CDC Trial Gel to Prevent HIV in Women
CDC reports promising results from CAPRISA microbicide trial showing tenofovir-based vaginal gel may help women prevent HIV infection and reduce genital herpes risk....
ALL FIVE FCC COMMISSIONERS ARE CONFIRMED for MMTC in DC
All five FCC commissioners confirmed to speak at MMTC's Access to Capital and Telecom Policy Conference in Washington DC. The July 19 event brings together...
George Steinbrenner’s Impact on Baseball
George Steinbrenner, legendary Yankees owner, passed away at 80 during 2010 when estate tax was suspended, potentially saving his family millions....
CONGRATS: Kevin Liles Announces he got Married on Gayle King
Music industry executive Kevin Liles announced on Gayle King's radio show that he married Erica Jones this past weekend. Congratulations to the happy couple....
American Top 40 turns 40 “� Remembering 2008
American Top 40 celebrates its 40th anniversary, remembering 2008 when Obama won the presidency and Lady Gaga's 'Just Dance' debuted during a historic year....
EMI Signs Exclusive Deal with WIllie “P-Dub” Moore
EMI Gospel Distribution signs exclusive deal with Willie 'P-Dub' Moore for his Kingdom Music Label. His new album 'The Turning Point' releases September 14, 2010....
