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RICHMOND, Va., May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Richmond Jazz and Music Festival (RJMF) returns August 8 and 9 for a two-day celebration of sound, culture and community featuring one of the festival’s deepest and most dynamic lineups to date. Festival passes are now on sale. Now in its 16th year, the festival, produced by JMI and […]
(Black PR Wire) The HBO Original documentary EARTH, WIND & FIRE (TO BE CELESTIAL VS. THAT’S THE WEIGHT OF THE WORLD), produced and directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson (“Summer of Soul”), debuts SUNDAY, JUNE 7 at (9:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max. Synopsis: Acclaimed producer, director, and musician Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson […]
Rising Urban Gospel and CCM artist Aaron Lavelle officially announces his highly anticipated “Crowned Tour,” a powerful multi-city experience launching in Orlando and continuing to Atlanta, featuring some of the most influential voices in gospel music today. The tour opens in Orlando at the Kingdom Church on May 21, 2026, featuring princess of gospel Kierra […]
The dynamic young vocalist Kelontae Gavin is having an incredible spring. An impromptu live performance of an old quartet song has become an unexpected viral hit, amassing over 110 million Tik Tok views over the last couple of months. When he noticed the fan response, Gavin and his producer Desmin Gore rushed into the studio to create a proper […]
TOKYO, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (SSFF & ASIA) 2026, one of Asia’s largest Academy Award®-accredited international short film festivals, has officially announced the final nominees for its prestigious 6th Annual Global Spotlight Award. The Global Spotlight Award honors international filmmakers, actors, and artists who utilize the short film medium […]
ATLANTA, GA) — May 13, 2026 — The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame (BMEWOF), a first-of-its-kind cultural institution and joint initiative of the Black American Music Association and the Black American Music Foundation, collaboratively announced the ceremony and plans for the Black Music Month Class of 2026 Induction. The Black Music and Entertainment […]
Christian Hip Hop and R&B artist Mike Teezy releases his highly anticipated new album, CHAMELEON, today – Friday, May 15th. Now available on all digital streaming platforms. The project features the standout singles “Cup of Tea,” “For My Good” featuring Erica Campbell, and “Time 4U” featuring Kierra Sheard. Ahead of the release, Mike Teezy recently surpassed […]
Atlanta, GA — For Stellar Award-nominated artist LaShá Knox, the journey began in her hometown of Atlanta, where she served as worship leader at Fresh Anointing Worship Center, founded by her father, Bishop Lesley Knox. She later joined The Alive City Church under the leadership of Senior Pastor John Elmore, III and now serves as […]
(Black PR Wire) Davidson College, the national college completion program College Track and Oakland Unified School District are teaming up with four time NBA champion, two time MVP and Davidson alum Stephen Curry ’10 to create a full scholarship for high-achieving students from underserved communities in the Bay Area. Five to 10 students each year […]
WATCH THE TRAILER NOW The highly anticipated romantic comedy FUNNY FEELINGS will officially premiere at the 30th Annual American Black Film Festival in Miami, Florida on Thursday, May 28. The screening will take place in Screening Room 1 at the Miami Beach Convention Center at 5:10 PM. Directed by Rhonda Baraka and starring Tristan Mack Wilds, Pretty […]
In celebration of his Platinum Certified Hit “Why I Love You” and the global success of the song over the past 10 years, American Soul Singer MAJOR. is set to curate a special night of music, hope, and love like no other with his WHY I LOVE YOU 10-YEAR CELEBRATION NATIONAL TOUR. MAJOR. is celebrating […]
In a landmark move for global worship, Island Tribe Collective, the Caribbean’s premier worship movement founded by international gospel artist Sherwin Gardner, has officially partnered with Tyscot Records as the iconic label approaches its 50th anniversary. This partnership represents a defining moment for Caribbean gospel music. Island Tribe Collective brings together voices from across the region including Jamaica, […]
