H.E.R. Performs Princes Nothing Compares 2 U at Emmy Awards
Grammy-winning R&B artist H.E.R. delivered a powerful rendition of Prince's 'Nothing Compares 2 U' during the 2020 Emmy Awards In Memoriam tribute....
2KBABY Releases “MAD” on Masked Records
Louisville rapper 2KBABY releases new track 'Mad' on Masked Records/Warner Records, following his Pregame Rituals EP success with over 273 million streams....
Funding From the Jonathan Logan Family Foundation to Support
Jonathan Logan Family Foundation provides funding to support Spelman College students pursuing documentary filmmaking and photography education....
TI Witnesses a California Fire First Hand
TI calmly recorded a California wildfire from the freeway while heading to the studio. The rapper shared footage of the fire in progress on Instagram....
US Open Winner Naomi Osaka Honors Seven Black Lives Lost
Tennis champion Naomi Osaka honored seven Black lives lost to police violence by wearing masks with their names during her 2020 US Open victory run....
Bon Jovi Joins 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival Lineup
Bon Jovi joins the star-studded 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival lineup featuring BTS, Usher, Migos, and more. The virtual concert streams September 18-19....
ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards Virtual Celebration
The 2020 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards celebrated top songwriters in a virtual format. Cardi B made history as the first woman to win...
White Woman Gets Punched After Testing Black Woman
A racist white woman in Sacramento learned a hard lesson after repeatedly using racial slurs and getting punched by a Black woman in a store...
Verizon Joins Amazon, Global Optimism in Climate Pledge
Verizon commits to carbon neutrality by 2035, joining Amazon and Global Optimism in The Climate Pledge to meet Paris Agreement goals 10 years early....
Amazon Canada & Walrus: 44th First Novel Award Shortlist
Amazon Canada and The Walrus announce the shortlist for the 44th annual First Novel Award, honoring Canadian literary achievements....
Meet The 2020 Tiny Desk Contest Community
NPR's 2020 Tiny Desk Contest showcased incredible emerging talent from diverse musical backgrounds. Meet the community of artists who participated in this prestigious music competition....
Bonnie Pointer of The Pointer Sisters Dies
Bonnie Pointer of legendary R&B group The Pointer Sisters has died at age 69. The Grammy-winning artist co-wrote hit song 'Fairytale' during her career....
Racist White Woman Gets Slapped
A racist woman confronts a young woman and man in a viral video incident. The confrontation escalates and does not end well for the woman...
The Desks Of The 2020 Tiny Desk Contest
The 2020 NPR Tiny Desk Contest showcased emerging independent artists competing for the chance to perform at NPR's iconic music series....
White Girl Argues with Racist Parents about Protesters
Young white woman confronts her racist parents about Black Lives Matter protesters in viral video. The heated family argument shows her trying to educate them...
The Rock Asks the Question Many are Asking?
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson delivered a passionate Instagram speech asking 'Where are you?' addressing leadership during challenging times....
ELLA ISAACSON & GALLANT – “EXPECTATIONS”
LA-based artist Ella Isaacson teams up with Gallant for new single 'Expectations,' produced by Stargate. The cathartic track explores relationships....
Betty Wright Gets 3 Hour Funeral (video)
Legendary R&B singer Betty Wright received a 3-hour funeral service after her death on May 10, 2020, following a cancer diagnosis....
Tribute to Little Richard and Andre Harrell
Berry Gordy pays tribute to Little Richard and Andre Harrell following their deaths. The Motown founder honors Richard's rock influence and Harrell's contributions....
Natalie Cole’s Son Found Dead in LA’s San Fernando Valley
Natalie Cole's son Robert Yancy, 39, was found dead in his San Fernando Valley apartment from an apparent heart attack. The tragic loss follows a...
ABC Audio COVID-19 Text and Video Feed
ABC Audio is offering free COVID-19 text and video feeds to all radio stations as a public service through April 2020, regardless of current affiliation....
Join Rickey Smiley On The 2020 Unsung R&B Cruise!
Rickey Smiley announces his 2020 Unsung R&B Cruise partnership with Russ Parr for October. The cruise promises R&B entertainment and music experiences....
THE BREAKFAST CLUB KICKS OFF 2020 WITH 10 NEW AFFILIATES
The Breakfast Club welcomed 10 new radio affiliates in 2020, expanding to 90 stations nationwide. The show reaches nearly 5 million weekly listeners....
Rickey Smiley’s Urban AC show goes live today
Rickey Smiley's Urban AC morning show launched January 6, 2020, featuring his signature mix of humor and unfiltered views on contemporary black life....