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NYC African-American business leaders partner with Google, Facebook, AT&T and 20th Century Fox to provide free Hidden Figures movie tickets to 25,000 students.
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Kim Burrell Uninvited to BMI Trailblazers of Gospel
BMI uninvited Kim Burrell from their annual Trailblazers of Gospel Music ceremony due to controversy, asking her not to participate to keep focus on songwriters.
Emmis Announces Third Quarter Earnings
Emmis Communications reported Q3 2016 results with radio revenues flat at $42.5M while exploring strategic alternatives for publishing assets and radio stations.
TINASHE SHARES VIDEO FOR “COMPANY”
Tinashe releases official music video for 'Company' from her latest project Nightride. The R&B singer's new visual is now available on VEVO.
Nielsen Music 2016 Year-End: R&B & Hip Hop Lead
Nielsen Music's 2016 year-end report shows R&B and Hip-Hop leading streaming consumption while overall music industry volume grew 3% driven by 76% increase in audio
R.KELLY FEATURED IN ALEXANDER WANG’S SS17 DIGITAL CAMPAIGN
R. Kelly joins Alexander Wang's SS17 digital campaign featuring the Grammy-winning R&B star alongside model Anna Ewers in the luxury fashion brand's latest collection.
Kim Burrell Radio Show Cancelled
Gospel singer Kim Burrell's radio show has been cancelled by Houston station KTSU following her controversial anti-gay comments on Facebook Live.
CBS Radio Philadelphia Relaunches WZMP-FM as “Today’s 96.5”
CBS Radio Philadelphia relaunches WZMP-FM as Today's 96.5, featuring adult contemporary format with hits from Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, and more.
Ricky Harris Celebration of Life Ceremony Held in Long Beach
Ricky Harris' Celebration of Life ceremony was held at New Hope Baptist Church in Long Beach, CA on January 3rd, 2017. The beautiful service included
Denzel Washington’s Fences Delivers Powerful Family Portrait
Denzel Washington delivers an astounding performance in his powerful film adaptation of August Wilson's Fences, alongside Viola Davis in this masterful portrait of a 1950s
Kim Burrell Booted from Performing on Ellen for Hidden Figures
Janelle Monae was spotted at the airport by TMZ and she states that Kim Burrell will not be performing on the Ellen show for her
D.L. Hughley’s Post on Debbie Reynolds’ Death Criticized
Comedian D.L. Hughley faced widespread criticism for an insensitive tweet about Debbie Reynolds' death following her daughter's passing.
Global Music Rights Extends Radio License Deal
Global Music Rights extends licensing deal with Radio Music License Committee through September 2017. Agreement allows radio stations to play GMR repertoire while providing time
Podcast Port Expands With Diverse African American Shows
Podcast Port expands as the first all-urban podcast platform featuring diverse African American shows. The Radio Facts portal offers established and new podcasters a dedicated
Bounce TV Acquires Trumpet Awards Event
Bounce TV acquires The Trumpet Awards, the prestigious event celebrating African-American achievements, set to premiere its 25th anniversary celebration January 29.
Techniques to Enhance TIDAL High-Quality Streaming
Technics announces TIDAL support for high-quality lossless audio streaming starting January 2017. The partnership includes firmware updates for SU-G30 and SC-C500 products plus a 90-day
SpinMedia’s Iconic Music Brands Acquired by Hollywood Reporter-Billboard
The Hollywood Reporter-Billboard Media Group acquires iconic music brands Spin, Vibe, and Stereogum from SpinMedia, creating the world's largest music brand by digital traffic with
Positive American Youth, Hot 107.9 Donate 4,007 Toys in Atlanta
Positive American Youth and Hot 107.9 distributed 4,007 toys to Atlanta families in their ninth annual Big Toy Give Away. Celebrities including Little Women of
ART SIMS’ Poster for Spike Lee’s ‘Do The Right Thing’ in Smithsonian
Art Sims' iconic movie poster for Spike Lee's 'Do The Right Thing' has been selected for the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History &
UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball Raises Record $1.3M
The 33rd Annual UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball raised a record $1.3 million for HBCU students. Usher, Tyrese, Young Jeezy, Future and Ludacris each donated $25,000.
Jasmyne Cannick: Dylann Roof and Gangs
Writer Jasmyne Cannick sparked debate comparing Dylann Roof's church shooting conviction to gang violence. Kevin Ross hosts discussion with Cannick and guests.
MEGA 97.9FM SBS NY Vigil for Jean Paul Guerrero
Mega 97.9FM and SBS New York host a candlelight vigil for DJ Jinx Paul (Jean Paul Guerrero), who was killed in a Brooklyn hit-and-run on
Charlie Wilson Releases “I’m Blessed” Featuring T.I.
Charlie Wilson releases 'I'm Blessed' featuring T.I. as the lead single from his upcoming album 'In It To Win It,' set to drop February 2017.
RCA Records and HBO Release Soundtrack for Insecure Series
RCA Records and HBO release the official soundtrack for Insecure, featuring Issa Rae, Kelis, Thundercat, and other artists exploring relationship themes from the hit series.
comScore Reports Worldwide Box Office for Dec. 18, 2016
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story dominated the worldwide box office for December 18, 2016, earning $290.5 million globally in its opening weekend according to