Madonna called out for paying tribute to Aretha Franklin with story about herself
Madonna's attempt to pay tribute to Aretha Franklin on MTV's Video Music Awards has some viewers calling out the singer for d-i-s-r-e-s-p-e-c-t.
“Black-ish” and “Grown-ish” Producer Kenya Barris Signs $100 Million Netflix Deal
Kenya Barris has become the newest big-ticket addition to Netflix’s lineup of television producers.
Taraji P. Henson Launches the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation to Provide Support Around Mental Health Issues in African-American Community
Academy Award and Emmy Award-nominated actress Taraji P. Henson launched The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) in honor of her late father in order to help eradicate the stigma around mental health issues in the African-American community and provide support …
How Aretha Franklin energized two social movements with one hit song
Nobody would call Aretha Franklin a central figure of the civil rights movement. And she was not an overt feminist.
Trump, Obamas and other politicians mourn the loss of singer Aretha Franklin
President Donald Trump and other politicians were among the many mourning the loss of legendary singer Aretha Franklin Thursday and paying tribute to the storied legacy of the "Queen of Soul". Trump tweeted that Franklin "was a great woman, with …
Tributes pour in for 'Queen of Soul' Aretha Franklin
A one-of-a-kind voice in the musical world is being remembered as a person who's left an unfillable void in the music industry.
Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, has died
Aretha Franklin, whose gospel-rooted singing and bluesy yet expansive delivery earned her the title "the Queen of Soul," has died, a family statement said Thursday. She was 76.
Keyondra Lockett Impacts Radio with "Try", Makes Stunning Appearances Around the Country
Keyondra Lockett is stepping boldly into her new normal as a solo artist, as she makes major moves in support of her independent career and her debut album. She recently inked a partnership deal with IndieBlu/Entertainment One Entertainment, and is …
Fans rally around Aretha Franklin
Many fans are giving Aretha Franklin her flowers now. In the wake of news that the legendary singer is gravely ill, social media has been flooded with tributes.
John Legend wants Louisiana to amend its constitution to remove 'white supremacy'
As part of his continued work in criminal justice reform, John Legend is calling on Louisiana to change its constitution.
'Rickey Smiley For Real' Season 5 Premieres on TV One Tues. October 30
TV One announced today that production is currently underway on season five of hit franchise RICKEY SMILEY FOR REAL, a one-hour docu-series featuring award-winning syndicated radio personality, host and stand-up comedian Rickey Smiley, as he tries to juggle his career …
Travis Scott announces Astroworld Festival
Travis Scott is headling the Astroworld Festival. Titled after his recent album, the festival will take place on November 17th in Houston across from where Astroworld Theme Park used to be at NRG Park.
Joe Jackson Dead at 89 After Battle With Pancreatic Cancer
Family sources tell TMZ, Joe died at a hospice in Las Vegas. The hospice is connected to a hospital where Joe was admitted. We're told he was moved to the hospice a day and a half ago.
Spike Lee Says He Hopes His New Film, 'BlacKkKlansman,' Makes Donald Trump a One-term President
Spike Lee hopes his new movie, "BlacKkKlansman," inspires Americans not to vote President Donald Trump into office for a second term.
Nicki Minaj Surprises Fans with the Release of Her Highly Anticipated New Album Queen
New York, NY (August 10th, 2018) - The undisputed reigning queen of hip-hop, NICKI MINAJ, has released her highly anticipated fourth full-length album, Queen. The album is available at all digital retailers, see full track listing below.
