Honoring Daphne Maxwell Reid and Sheilah Belle, The Belle Among Others    Come celebrate with us on this special night at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center in Newport News, VA as we pay tribute to the following individuals for their exemplary accomplishments in the entertainment industry. HONOREES Daphne Maxwell Reid Actress, Co-Owner of the 1st […]

Earl Bynum & The Mount Unity Choir Head to Italy For 10 City World Tour For the first time, the 3 time Stellar nominated Earl Bynum and The Mount Unity Choir will be traveling abroad for their world tour in Italy.   The choir’s International tour begins December 17th and will culminate December 30th.  While […]

STATE MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR THE LATE FORMER PRESIDENT Date: 10 December 2013 18 July 1918 – 5 December 2013 Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Obituary of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela CLICK HERE  Mandela Funeral Program It is with deep sadness that the Government has learnt of the passing of the father of South Africa’s democracy – Nelson Rolihlahla […]

(Click Image to view video) New Orleans rapper Dee-1 Freestyles on Sway in the Morning LOS ANGELES – December 16, 2013 – Seeking to chart a new path for the hardcore music genre, New Orleans based rapper Dee-1 sent a clear message last month by signing with RCA Inspiration.  The label that is home to gospel music greats […]

Billy Graham’s Health Rapidly Declining   The Rev. Billy Graham’s health has been declining in recent days and his family is remaining prayerful. “My father’s health has declined quite a bit in last few days,” The Rev. Franklin Graham told WSOC-TV in Charlotte, N.C., during a Christmas charity event at the Billy Graham Library. “I’m […]

Richmond, VA — After a bit of blood, sweat and tears and non-stop donations for our Toy Drive last week, listeners from Praise 104.7, KISS FM, and IPower turned out to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of families. Invited families all gathered at a disclosed located where they were able to select […]

Jackson, MS –The Canton Spirituals full length album Keep Knocking makes its debut in the Top 10 at #7 on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums chart; concurrently, The single & title track, “Keep Knocking” clawed its way into the Top 30 on the Mediabase Gospel Songs chart. “Keep Knocking” continues The Canton Spirituals signature sound with its […]

Bishop Larry D. Trotter Proposes to Mildred A. Williams at the Release Concert for “Praise Revisited” Chicago, IL-It was an amazing night for Bishop Larry D. Trotter and the Sweet Holy Spirit Combined Choir as they gave a stellar performance at the release concert for their new project “Praise Revisited” to a packed out house. The […]

ABC’s ‘Scandal’ reduced to 18 episodes this season  Los Angeles, Ca — ABC says it will air four fewer episodes of “Scandal” than planned this season. The television network on Friday didn’t say why it will broadcast 18 instead of 22 episodes. But the decision follows word that “Scandal” star Kerry Washington and her new husband, […]

The View co-host Sherry Shepherd and Radio host Rickey Smiley Set to Co-Host the Stellar Awards   Nashville, TN — Central City Productions returns to Nashville, TN for it’s Stellar Awards weekend January 17th & 18th however this year the show will take place in a new venue. The first and only national award show […]

(In Picture; Marcus D. Wiley, The Belle and Joe Clair) Richmond, VA — If you missed the Radio One Family Comedy Tour last Friday, then you missed a treat! Hosted by Sheilah Belle, The Belle along with Marcus D. Wiley, CoCoa Brown, Queen Aishah and Joe Claire this was an evening of nonstop laughter. Held […]

Red Distribution launched its Snapshot CD series of ‘collectible’ titles this past August. Each competitively priced album features ten tracks (a couple of hits and rare songs) and four collectible snap shot photos. The series has issued sets on pop group The Osmonds, singer/songwriter Leon Russell, Texas Swing band Asleep at the Wheel, country star Charlie Daniels, jazz man Bob James […]