NABJ Mourning the Death of Founder Claude Lewis
NABJ founder Claude Lewis, pioneering black journalist and mentor, died at 82 in Cherry Hill, NJ. Lewis co-founded PABJ in 1973 and helped establish NABJ
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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.
KBLX & Q102.1 Present 2017 Music & Entertainment Conf
102.9 KBLX and Q102.1 present a 2017 Music & Entertainment Conference featuring Bell Biv DeVoe, Mathew Knowles, Johnny Gill, and D'Wayne Wiggins in San Jose.
BET Announces Star Studded Lineup for the BET Experience
BET announces star-studded lineup for 5th annual BET Experience featuring Snoop Dogg, Migos, A$AP Rocky, Bryson Tiller, and more at STAPLES Center.
Bud Light and The Roots to Host SXSW Jam Session in Austin
Bud Light teams up with The Roots for their second annual SXSW Jam Session featuring Jidenna, Method Man & Redman, and surprise guests on March
D.L. Hughley Schools Ben Carson on Slaves Versus Immigrants
Comedian D.L. Hughley responds to HUD Secretary Ben Carson's controversial comments comparing slaves to immigrants in his first official speech.
Charlie Wilson Drops New Album and Tour Dates
Charlie Wilson releases new album 'In It To Win It' featuring T.I., Snoop Dogg, and more. He's hitting the road with Fantasia and Johnny Gill
Chance the Rapper Hosts Free Get Out Screening
Chance the Rapper bought out Chicago's Chatham Theater for a free screening of Jordan Peele's 'Get Out' while meeting with Katie Couric and Governor Rauner
Streaming Drove Universal Music Group’s 2016 Revenue
Universal Music Group's revenues rose to $5.57 billion in 2016, driven by a massive 58% growth in streaming income. Despite declining album and download sales,
FAMU to Launch African-American News Network.
Florida A&M University partners with Black Television News Channel to launch the nation's first African-American news network, bringing 100 jobs and $30 million in economic
The New28 Honors Ethiopia Habtemariam, Chance
The New28 ceremony honored 28 Black influencers including Ethiopia Habtemariam, Chance the Rapper, and Zendaya during Black History Month. The event celebrated artists and entertainers
Urban Movie Channel Launches on Apple TV Expanding Access
Urban Movie Channel (UMC) launches on Apple TV, expanding the first premium African American streaming service to more platforms after iOS success.
YARA SHAHIDI, ISSA RAE, AND MORE HONORED BY ESSENCE
ESSENCE honored Janelle Mon�e, Issa Rae, Aja Naomi King and Yara Shahidi at the 10th annual Black Women In Hollywood Awards & Gala during Oscar
UMe to Release First Greatest Hits Collection of 50 Cent
UMe releases 50 Cent's first official greatest hits collection on March 31, 2017, featuring classic tracks from Get Rich or Die Tryin' and collaborations with
Nancy Wilson Celebrates 80th Birthday Luncheon
Jazz icon Nancy Wilson celebrated her 80th birthday with a star-studded luncheon at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood, surrounded by industry friends.
Industry Bids Farewell to Tammy Tisdell-Coleman, Tyrone Peppers
The music industry mourns two veterans: Tammy Tisdell-Coleman, who broke artists like D'Angelo and Ginuwine, and radio PD Tyrone Peppers from KGFJ Los Angeles.
D.L. Hughley Gives Waco Program Director A Night To Remember
94.5 The Beat KWBT Waco's Program Director Edward Sanchez won a VIP experience with D.L. Hughley's Comedy Get Down tour in Dallas, including a pre-show
Vet Singer: Grammys Have “Secret Committee” to Override Votes
Village People's Victor Willis claims the Grammys uses a secret committee to override voter decisions, alleging lack of Black representation in a letter to Grammy
Michael Jackson’s Thriller Certified 33x Diamond
Michael Jackson's Thriller makes RIAA history as the first album certified 33x Diamond with over 33 million US sales and streams. The iconic album remains
T.I.’s Son Harassed at Atlanta Topgolf for Smelling Like Weed
T.I.'s minor son was allegedly harassed by Topgolf employees in Atlanta for smelling like marijuana. The Streetz Morning Takeover addressed the incident.
Justin Timberlake Q&A and Screening
Justin Timberlake hosts exclusive Q&A at Songwriters Hall of Fame with Oscar-nominated collaborators Max Martin and Shellback, discussing hit song creation.
Toyota & Bryan-Michael Cox Honor Music Legends
Toyota and producer Bryan-Michael Cox honored Maxwell and Siedah Garrett at their annual Grammy brunch, donating $10,000 to Music & Memory nonprofit.
Al Jarreau: Versatile Music Legend and Humanitarian
Al Jarreau remains the only artist to win Grammy awards in pop, R&B, and jazz categories. The versatile singer earned seven Grammys and touched countless
CMG Miami: Michael Baisden Named Hot 105 Drive Host
Cox Media Group Miami announces Michael Baisden as new afternoon drive host on Hot 105, returning February 20th after previously hosting from 2007-2013.
Polygram Relaunches with “The Story of Motown”
Universal Music Group relaunches Polygram Entertainment to produce music-focused films and TV shows. Their first project is 'The Story of Motown' documentary featuring Berry Gordy's