Tag: New Orleans
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PJ Morton – The New Marvin With Gospel Roots And Grammy Reach
Explore PJ Morton’s journey from gospel roots to Grammy success, as the modern-day Marvin Gaye blends soulful sounds.
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The ESSENCE Festival® announces Queen Latifah with Missy Elliott for mainstage Ladies First performance
Her First-Ever Louisiana Superdome Mainstage Performance at the 2018 Essence Festival® On Saturday, July 7th The ESSENCE Festival® is excited to announce that Queen Latifah will feature special guest multi-GRAMMY Award-winning rapper, singer, songwriter and producer Missy Elliott as part of her first-ever mainstage Ladies First performance set on Saturday, July 7th, at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, LA.…
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Revisiting the O.J. Simpson Case: Does Anyone Still Believe He’s Innocent?
People of Earth, I have a very serious question. Is there anyone out there who still believes that O.J. Simpson didn’t do it?On Sunday FOX aired a “lost” O.J. interview. The footage was taped in 2006 when O.J. was getting ready to release a book about the murders titled If I Did it. Wisely, the…
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Empowering Communities: Lil Wayne’s Ongoing Support for New Orleans Through Lil Weezyana Fest
Four time Grammy award-winning hip hop music icon Lil Wayne will bring the first annual Lil WeezyAnaFest to New Orleans, LA on Friday, August 28th. Presented by Morris Bart, the one-evening event will take place at Bold Sphere Music at Champions Square and starts at 7 PM.A native of New Orleans, the city holds a special place…
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Ava DuVernay and Marvin Sapp Recognized at McDonald’s Black Awards
The 12th annual McDonald’s 365Black Awards are set to bring celebrities and community leaders from across the country to the New Orleans Theater at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The lively annual event will take place during ESSENCE Festival weekend and recognize exceptional leaders who make positive contributions within the African-American community.This year’s honoree’s…
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Essence Festival Celebrates Milestone Attendance Achievement
If you were not in New Orleans this past weekend, you missed an amazing blend of talent, food, laughter, dancing, and hot weather. Whether it’s the morning cup of coffee and beignets from Cafe Du Monde to help you recover from a night of drinking more than one hand grenade or the pure joy and…
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Legendary Wailers Announce U.S. Tour Dates
THE LEGENDARY WAILERS STIR IT UP ON THEIR U.S. TOUR KICKING OFF AT THE NEW ORLEANS JAZZ FESTIVAL ON MAY 1, 2014 The world’s most iconic reggae band The Wailers announce their U.S. tour and will bring their good vibrations festivals and venues across the country this summer. After touring in South America, Russia, Middle…
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Unveiling the Essence Festival’s Stellar Headliners
The annual Essence Festival, now among the largest consumer live events in the country serving a community of 543,000, is excited to announce the all-star night-by-night line-up of performers for its 20th anniversary celebration in New Orleans, LA, from July 3-6.The A-list nighttime concerts will take place across 5 stages in the Superdome throughout the…
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Kevin Hart’s Hilarious Promotional Skills Keep Him on Top
For many Kevin Hart is the funniest man on the planet right now but I also know some people who believe he is just ok compared to some other comedic legends. All the rhetoric doesn’t matter because Mr.Hart is guaranteed box office right now! Ride Along is expected surpass $120 Million today while About Last Night brought in…
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Legendary Lil Wayne Spreads Holiday Cheer at Annual Cash Money Turkey Giveaway in New Orleans
MTV News spoke to Lil Wayne at the 16th annual Cash Money Turkey Giveaway in New Orleans about giving back to his hometown community at Thanksgiving. Music News
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Remembering AJ Appleberry: Latest on Final Arrangements
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Clear Channel’s Urban Radio Advertising Practices Under Fire
Clear Channel properties in New Orleans include urban-themed stations Q93.3 FM and 98.5 WYLD-FM, and urban gospel station 1280 WODT-AM.Q93.3 and 98.5 WYLD-FM were the two top-rated stations in New Orleans in the most recent Arbitron ratings report. There are seven black account execs who have attained council and filed a discrimination suit against the…
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Legendary Rapper Lil Wayne’s Unforgettable Hometown Performance
NEW ORLEANS “” lil wayne has emerged as a top-selling rapper but like rappers before him, he’s staring down a year behind bars at the peak of his career.The artist returned to his hometown of New Orleans for a performance Monday on what he’s calling his farewell tour. “I’m nothing without you,” he told the…