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.
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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
Podcast Port Seeks Podcasts Targeting Black Audience
Podcast Port launches seeking podcasts targeting Black audiences. RadioFacts.com's new platform accepts submissions covering Black business, music, and culture.
ASCAP and Radio Music License Committee Sign Agreement
ASCAP and the Radio Music License Committee announced a five-year agreement setting rates for over 10,000 commercial radio stations through 2021.
Shazam Announces Integration with Snapchat
Shazam partners with Snapchat to enable music recognition directly within the app. Users can now identify songs by pressing and holding the camera screen.
Micheal Baisden Picks up Another Station for Return to Radio
Michael Baisden returns to radio as afternoon drive host on KISS 104.1 FM Atlanta starting January 16, 2017. The influential radio personality will syndicate his
NAB Innovation Challenges for Local Broadcast Funding
The National Association of Broadcasters launches $200,000 innovation challenges with Knight Foundation to support local broadcast news projects and help stations adapt to changing media
RCA INSPIRATION NOMINATED FOR 2017 NAACP IMAGE AWARDS
RCA Inspiration earned two 2017 NAACP Image Award nominations for Outstanding Gospel Album. Gospel legends Donnie McClurkin and Fred Hammond were honored for their chart-topping
African American Film Critics Name Moonlight Top Film of 2016
The African American Film Critics Association named Moonlight the top film of 2016, with Queen Sugar winning best TV show. Denzel Washington and Ruth Negga
LeBron James Named SI Sportsperson of the Year
LeBron James was honored as Sports Illustrated's 2016 Sportsperson of the Year at a star-studded Brooklyn ceremony featuring Jay Z's tribute speech and Kendrick Lamar's
WGCI’s LiI Durk’s Christmas Takeover
WGCI partners with Lil Durk for Christmas Takeover giveaway, helping Chicago families with gifts and bills through Mountain Dew sponsorship.
CES 2017 Welcomes 50,000 Tech Professionals
CES 2017 will draw 50,000 international tech professionals from 150 countries to Las Vegas January 5-8. Eureka Park features 600+ startups from 33 countries.
Citi Concert Series: Pharrell Williams on Today
Pharrell Williams performed live at Rockefeller Center as part of the Citi Concert Series on TODAY. The December 9th show offered fans exclusive access and
Taraji P Henson’s White Hot Holidays TV Special Pics
Taraji P. Henson's FOX holiday special featured performances by Missy Elliott, Alicia Keys, Snoop Dogg, Ne-Yo and other hip-hop stars at Beverly Hills' Saban Theatre.
PANDORA PRESENTS: JOHN LEGEND
John Legend performed an exclusive Pandora concert celebrating his new album Darkness and Light. The intimate NYC show featured hits including Academy Award-winning 'Glory.'
Lionsgate Completes $4.4 Billion Acquisition of Starz
Lionsgate completes its $4.4 billion acquisition of Starz, creating a major entertainment powerhouse with 25 million subscribers and a 16,000-title library.