Celebrating Black Music Month: Gwendolyn Quinn and Bill Carpenter’s Super Playlist
As Black Music Month marks its 45th anniversary this June, public relations veterans and content creators Gwendolyn Quinn and Bill Carpenter have created a special tribute to Black music and its creators. Their “Gwendolyn & Bill’s 45th Black Music Month …
The Shop Episode 705: A Journey of Multifaceted Creativity and Cultural Impact
In a riveting episode of The Shop, presented by GREY GOOSE Vodka, luminaries Tobe Nwigwe, Simu Liu, Calvin Johnson, and Baron Davis converge for a profound exploration of their multifaceted careers. Hosted by Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera, this installment …
The Blackest Broadway Ever: Celebrating the Greatest Sound Makers of All Time
This June, the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville is set to host its 4th Annual Black Music Month, presented by NISSAN. From June 1st to June 30th, the event, titled “Celebrating the Sound Makers of All …
Celebrating Black Music Month: Rice University Partners with CCM Foundation and Houston Public Library for Hip-Hop Exhibit
As Black Music Month approaches, Houston is gearing up for a unique celebration that honors the rich cultural heritage of hip-hop. Rice University's Center for Engaged Research and Collaborative Learning (CERCL) and Fondren Library have teamed up with the Houston …
Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society: A Journey Toward Re-Opening
The Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society is fervently working towards an October 2024 re-opening, following extensive repairs and restoration after a 2020 flood caused over $500,000 in damage. The historic building, once home to the iconic contralto singer Marian …
Drake Leads with Seven Nominations for “BET Awards” 2024
This week, BET unveiled the highly anticipated nominees for the "BET Awards" 2024. Leading the list is Drake, who has earned an impressive seven nominations. Following closely is Nicki Minaj with six nominations. J. Cole, Sexyy Red, SZA, and Victoria …
James Earl Jones Receives Congressional Gold Medal Nomination for Iconic Contributions to American Cinema and Society
On May the fourth, the force was undeniably with James Earl Jones, the legendary voice behind Darth Vader in the Star Wars saga, as he received a prestigious nomination for the Congressional Gold Medal. Republican Representative Mike Lawler took the …
Experience the Splendor of Creativity at Missouri City’s “Tutus & Tuxes Gala” Presented by the Edison Arts Foundation – Cultivating Community Through the Arts
Missouri City, TX, awaits the shimmering “Tutus & Tuxes Gala,” an event by the Edison Arts Foundation poised to adorn the evening of April 27, 2024. Held at the Landmark Community Center, the gala celebrates artistic excellence and community impact.
Hip-Hop Artist Empowers Underdogs With Anthems That Are ‘Hungry’ for GOD
Tampa native and rising hip-hop phenom Zauntee dropped a full-length album on February 23, and he says listening to the first track, “The City is Mine,” is like watching the first Rocky movie. From the jump, he wants audiences to …
Philadelphia to Enshrine Music Icon Frankie Beverly with Street Renaming Ceremony
The rhythmic heartbeat of Philadelphia is poised to pay homage to one of its most illustrious sons, Frankie Beverly, in a jubilant street renaming ceremony this May. This momentous occasion, spearheaded by Councilperson Cindy Bass and the Philadelphia City Council …
O.J. Simpson dies of cancer at age 76, his family says
O.J. Simpson, the former NFL star and broadcaster whose athletic achievements and fame were eclipsed by his 1995 acquittal in the brutal killings of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman, has died of cancer, his family …
Dive Into DACAMERA's Unsilent Spring: Etienne Charles's Earth Tones Reverberates with Purpose and Passion
Immerse yourself in the rhythms of our evolving Earth as DACAMERA, Houston's trailblazing chamber music and jazz presenter, brings you "Unsilent Spring: Music and Our Changing Planet." This two-night event, taking place on April 19-20, showcases the world premiere of …
Kedrick Brown, Renowned Houston Actor and Inspiration, Set to Guest Star on 'The Rookie'
Kedrick Brown, the versatile and accomplished actor known for his captivating performances on hit TV shows such as 'The Chosen,' 'New Amsterdam' and 'Black Lightning,' is poised to leave a lasting impact in both Hollywood and the classroom. On April …
Screeners Available for PBS Docu-Series "Disco: Soundtrack of a Revolution"
Series Shines Light on Disco’s Groovy Beginnings, Featuring The Village People’s Victor Willis, Labelle’s Nona Hendryx, The Trammps’ Earl Young, The Father of House Music, Marshall Jefferson, Scissor Sisters’ Ana Matronic and Jake Shears, Sylvester’s Jeanie Tracy, MNEK, Kim Petras, …
Beyoncé receives the iHeartRadio Innovator Award, presented to her by Stevie Wonder
It continued to be a celebration of all things Bey on Monday at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles, where Beyoncé was awarded the prestigious Innovator Award.
