Tag: White House
Rickey Smiley Hangs out with Former First Lady Michelle Obama (video)
Radio Facts: Radio Facts: Rickey Smiley has truly made it. The syndicated radio show host went to the White House to interview Michelle Obama on her new initiative, Reach Higher. In true Rickey Smiley fashion, he cracked a few jokes but the conversation was all about education.
Don’t expect NBA Finals winner to go to White House
Lebron James says neither his team nor Golden State will travel to White House after winning NBA ChampionshipCavs and Warriors pass on White House visit.Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James and Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry have been battling in the NBA Finals, but both stars agreed on Tuesday that whichever team wins the championship will skip the traditional White
National Association of Black Journalists Celebrates Excellence in Journalism
National Association of Black Journalists Celebrates Excellence in JournalismNABJ recognizes journalists for superior news coverage of black issues and the black communityNEW ORLEANS (August 16, 2017) - The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) bestowed more than 100 awards at its 42nd Annual Convention and Career Fair from Aug. 9-13 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comedy Dynamics to Release Nick Cannon’s New Comedy Album ‘Stand Up, Don’t Shoot’ on...
Comedy Dynamics announced today it will release Nick Cannon's latest comedy album Stand Up, Don't Shoot on all digital audio retailers on July 28, 2017.Superstar entertainer Nick Cannon doesn't hold back in his new comedy album, discussing everything from the Black Lives Matter movement to his own divorce.
Alejandro Sanz Named 2017 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year
The Latin Recording Academy® today announced Spanish singer/songwriter and musician Alejandro Sanz will be honored as the 2017 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year during a prestigious gala held on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017 at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
Emmis Selling LA’s Power 106
Emmis Announces Agreement to Sell LA’s Power 106 to Meruelo GroupIndianapolis…Emmis Communications (Nasdaq: EMMS) has announced an agreement to sell KPWR-FM Power 106 in Los Angeles to an affiliate of the Meruelo Group for $82.75 million, subject to closing adjustments and prorations, pending FCC and other regulatory approvals.“Power 106 has been part of the Emmis family for more than 32
The Break-Down: Understanding the Modern Day Music BUSINESS
I was recently asked to tackle a question that seems to have reared its ugly head again: "Lamonte, where do you see the breakdown in today's music business?" I decided to compare our modern-day music business to the circumstances of the Charles Dickens novel "A Tale of Two Cities." This infamous novel is based upon two classes of people
Ohio Based Reverend Darrell Scott Rescinds Statement about “Gang Thugs” Asking him to Pass...
If you are still wondering why people continue to lose faith in the black church, here is another reason, Reverend Darrell Scott.
Ohio Based Reverend Darrell Scott Rescinds Statement about "Gang Thugs" Asking him to Pass...
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If you are still wondering why people continue to lose faith in the black church, here is another reason, Reverend Darrell Scott.
Chrisette Michele Pens New Song about Inauguration Performance
Your Thoughts?"I am the black song that Spike Lee won’t singI am the black voice inauguration bells ringI am the black sheep disguising the scared wolfNo I am the black elephant in the red room, scared shookWhite House invites me, you can call me their coonI am the butterfly growing from slavery’s cocoonI carry the mantle with God as
NOMINEES ANNOUNCED FOR 48TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS
Radio Facts: NOMINEES ANNOUNCED FOR 48TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS
90-Minute Live Red Carpet Pre-Show and Two-Hour Live TV Special to air Saturday, February 11, 2017 on TV ONE
Hosted by Anthony Anderson
Entertainer of the Year Voting Opens; LeBron James to Receive NAACP Jackie Robinson Sports Award
Beyoncé Leads with 7 Nominations; Followed by Solange Knowles with 5 Nominations; Chance
Diana Ross, Michael Jordan, Kareem and Cicely Tyson Get Presidential Medal of Freedom
Congrats to industry legend Diana Ross for receiving the Medal of Freedom from President Obama. Other honorees included Kareem Abdul Jabar, Michael Jordan and Cicely Tyson.
President Obama Says Michelle Obama Would Divorce Him If He…
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President Obama made an appearance on jimmy kimmel. The Commander in Chief shares why he's glad that he can't run for another term and explains why he's keeping his family in Washington D.C. when they move out of The White House.
Grammy Award-Winning Singer Tasha Cobb Headlines CBCF Prayer Breakfast
Radio Facts: Radio Facts: Grammy award-winning singer Tasha Cobbs will headline the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF) Annual Prayer Breakfast during the CBCF's 46th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC). International faith leader and senior pastor Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Hale, of the Ray of Hope Christian Church in Decatur, Ga., will deliver the keynote message.
Saving the "Urban Radio Announcer" from Extinction
Where is our Creative?
The current state of the urban radio Radio DJ is not only in danger of becoming extinct, it's easily up for grabs according to trends in urban radio.
