Hailing from Canada, rapper Belly has been making strides in the music industry for over 20 years and is back with his latest project, Mumble Rap 2. The 11-song project features appearances from frequent collaborator Nav, Rick Ross, Gil Scott-Heron, and Gucci Mane. It’s filled with trap-infused tunes that will …
Read More »Starring Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Fantasia and More, ‘The Color Purple’ Trailer Unveils Fresh Interpretation of Alice Walker’s Classic Novel [Video]
The official trailer for the captivating tale, ‘The Color Purple,’ is finally here. The adaptation of the classic film sees the collaborative efforts of Oprah, Steven Spielberg, Quincy Jones, and Scott Sanders, who aim to breathe life into the acclaimed Broadway musical rendition of The Color Purple, which initially premiered …
Read More »Exclusive: Mary J. Blige’s Second Annual Strength Of A Woman Festival & Summit Brought Out All The Stars
Mary J. Blige knows how to bring people out. In partnership with Pepsi and Live Nation Urban, the global superstar hosted the second annual Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit at AmericasMart in Atlanta. The four-day event included a jazz night with Grammy-winning pianist and arranger Robert Glasper, two …
Read More »Exclusive: Revolt CEO Detavio Samuels & Jason Lee Talk The State Of Black Media [Video]
Revolt CEO Detavio Samuels and Hollywood Unlocked‘s Jason Lee have both advocated for black media throughout their careers to create change, a voice and representation for black journalists, entrepreneurs and creatives. “There has been progress, but not enough,” said Detavio. After leaving Urban One, Detavio shared that he wanted to give …
Read More »Exclusive: ‘Big George Foreman’ Star Sullivan Jones On Playing Muhammad Ali: “It’s Like Playing A Drunk Person. Anything Goes.” [Video]
The story about George Foreman is finally here and it’s a biopic that will have you going to church on Sunday morning. Big George Foreman follows the journey of the two-time heavyweight champion who had one of the greatest comebacks of all time and the transformational power of second chances. …
Read More »Exclusive: Sanya Richards-Ross Shares Both Drew Sidora And Ralph Pittman Seem “Really Broken” by Divorce [Video]
Real Housewives Of Atlanta returns for season 15 and it gets explosive from the first episode. Last season, we saw the ladies get accustomed to a new group dynamic with new faces in Sanya Richards-Ross while one of the OGs returned with Sheree Whitfield gaining her peach back. In an …
Read More »Exclusive: Floyd Mayweather Says He’s “Proud” of New Generation of Boxers as He Prepares to Fight Grandson of Notorious Gangster in Upcoming Exhibition [Video]
It looks like Floyd Mayweather is coming out of retirement… again. On Thursday, the Hall of Famer held a press conference to announce his latest exhibition fight against professional boxer and mixed martial artist John Gotti III — the grandson of notorious gangster John Gotti. Although Mayweather retired from boxing …
Read More »EXCLUSIVE: “Praise This” Star Chloe Bailey Talks Trusting God’s Plan For Her Life and Druski Details Stepping Into His Acting Bag, Plus More [Video]
Will Packer and Tina Gordan‘s new film, “Praise This,” is the perfect movie to enjoy this Easter weekend. Starring Chloe Bailey, Quavo, Druski, Mack Wilds, and more, the film centers around the competitive gospel scene in Atlanta, giving us a fun look into one gospel choir’s journey to the national …
Read More »Exclusive: Songwriter Sean Garrett Admits Usher “Really Wasn’t” Feeling 2004 Hit ‘Yeah!’ at First, Talks Reuniting With Singer for Latest Single ‘GLU’ [Video]
When you have written songs for Beyoncé, Usher, Fergie, Chris Brown, Summer Walker and Ciara, it’s only fitting that you change your name to “The Pen.” If you know Sean Garrett, he did just that. With numerous hits under his belt, he’s back again with another banger. This time, he …
Read More »Exclusive: Swizz Beatz Responds To Lil Wayne and 50 Cent VERZUZ Battle Discourse [Video]
Will Bumpy Johnson live to fight another day? Godfather Of Harlem is set to wrap its third season this Sunday (March 26th), and if you thought these nine episodes were wild, you have no idea what to expect for the season finale. The best part about the series, outside the …
Read More »Exclusive: Issa Rae On Treating Next Season Of Rap Sh!t Like Its “Last,” How Quinta Brunson’s Cousin Feels “Seen” In The Series, And How Maliibu Mitch Solidified Rap Sh*t Status
Rap Sh*t is getting back into the swing of things and filming its second season. After a massive sweep of HBO Max originals long gone, including Issa Rae’s original unscripted series Sweet Life, it’s safe to say one of her shows will continue to see the light of the day …
Read More »Exclusive: ‘Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip’ Stars Gizelle Bryant and Candiace Dillard Talk Katie Rost, Juan Dixon’s Recent Firing and Their “Friendship” [Videos]
Peacock is back with the third season of Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip, and the ladies are handing out reads and revelations during their time in Thailand. In true Girls Trip tradition, the group is made up of Housewives from different franchises; this cast includes Porsha Williams (RHOA), Candiace Dillard …
Read More »Exclusive: Evelyn Lozada, Tamar Braxton and Nivea Share What To Expect on Their Upcoming Peacock Dating Series “Queens Court” [Video]
Queens Court, a new unscripted reality series starring Tamar Braxton, Evelyn Lozada and Nivea will premiere on Peacock on March 16 with ten full available episodes. The single ladies will give us a front-row seat in their dating lives as they are courted by 21 men, hoping to find love. “Most people …
Read More »Exclusive: Gail Bean, Jerrie Johnson, Larenz Tate And More Share How Black Women Can Feel More Protected In Hollywood [Video]
Essence held its 16th annual Black Women in Hollywood Awards at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon, celebrating the contributions of Black women in film and television, both past and present. Hosted by Boris Kodjoe, the ceremony recognized the extraordinary achievements of the industry’s most inspiring …
Read More »Exclusive: Chlöe Bailey and Tina Gordon Talk Peacock’s New Youth Choir Comedy, “Praise This” [Video]
The super-talented Chlöe Bailey is set to play the leading role in Peacock’s new youth choir comedy, “Praise This.” Produced by Will Packer, the film is set in the world of competitive praise teams and has been compared to cult classics like Pitch Perfect, Sister Act II and The Fighting …
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