The Belle

(The Belle on location at the MLK Memorial in Washington, D.C.) Washington, D.C. — Wednesday, Jan 15th, 2014 marked the anniversary of Dr. King’s 85th birthday. Celebrate the iconic civil rights leader’s 85th birthday at one of these five Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across the country. Monday, Jan. 20 marks the 28th annual […]

Dallas, TX – Well, Fred Hammond has had his surgery on BOTH knees and he is sharing all of the details. He is getting the best of care as he shows off his fresh scars from his recent surgery. On his Facebook page, Hammond wrote, “The Word of God plays 24hours nonstop. My legs have […]

Nashville, TN — The 29th Annual Stellar Awards is set to take place January 18, 2014 in Nashville, Tenn. Hosted by Sherri Shepherd and Rickey Smiley the star studded event will be one to remember.  However before the winners are announced there will be back to back parties, concerts and celebrations taking place beginning Thursday, […]

The Belle Gearing Up For “The Daniel Fast” Today is Day 5!  This is day four for me on the Daniel Fast and things just keep on happening!  One of my favorite places to eat is Panera Bread.  This is a place that has great food and is never ever brought to the work place for FREE to eat, UNTIL […]

When I initially heard about this story involving Kanye West all I could say was, “Are you Kidding Me?”  Well obviously not, as a group of people have created a religion around Kanye West and his alter-ego that he refers to as Yeezus. However according to Vice.com, an anonymous group has formed a movement inspired […]

 Los Angeles, CA —  All roads lead to Nashville, TN this week as singers, songwriters, producers and labels prepare for Gospel Music Industry’s Biggest Night.  Long-time gospel singer, Donnie McClurkin is in full swing this week making appearances at major events during Stellar Award Week.  On Friday, January 17, McClurkin puts on his hosting hat […]

 Musical Presentation by Gerald and Tammy Haddon, Diallo and the Urban Soul Café House-Band    Multiple-award winning singer, songwriter, and producer Israel Houghton will receive the Visionary award at the Urban Soul Café Homecoming Blackout Edition Thursday, January 16, at 6PM located at the Limelight Entertainment Venue at 201 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN.     […]

  Minister Earl Bynum performs his hit song in Italy  “Bless the Name of the Lord”  Richmond, VA – While just wrapping up a European Tour including Italy, Minister Earl Bynum and the Mt. Unity Choir will be heading out to he Stellar Awards this week in Nashville, TN.  The group is up for Choir […]

Mark First-Ever Live Album with Much-Anticipated New Two-Disc Release, LIVE THROUGH IT, OUT FEBRUARY 25TH  Nashville, TN — Award-winning Gospel star, songwriter, producer and nationally-syndicated radio host James Fortune will release the first-ever live new album from Fortune & FIYA, Live Through It, on Tuesday, February 25th, 2014.  Bringing alive a powerful night of inspiring […]

Gospel Sensations Pastor Shirley Caesar and Donald Lawrence Garner “Outstanding Gospel Album” Nominations for the 45th NAACP Image Awards  Nashville, TN — Entertainment One Music announces two nominations for award-winning Gospel superstars Pastor Shirley Caesar and Donald Lawrence, in the category of Outstanding Gospel Album for the upcoming 45th NAACP Image Awards, with 1 nomination […]

Malaco Artist Retreat & Showcase Returns February 2014 (M.A.R.S.)  Jackson, MS — The Malaco Music Group is proud to announce the return of the Malaco Artists Retreat & Showcase (M.A.R.S.) February 20 – 22, 2014, center court in the  newly renovated Metro Center Mall, 3645 Highway 80 West in Jackson, MS 39209. The Malaco Artists […]

I truly believe it is GOOD to hear from the people.  So often I throw out question just to see if people are really  paying attention to whats going on around them and if the are truly interpreting what is being asked and will they add a bit more to the question of what was […]