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Source: Reach Media / Radio One It’s always a family reunion when gospel royalty steps into “The Nightly Spirit” studio. Host Darlene McCoy recently sat down with the incomparable Kierra Sheard-Kelly for a candid conversation that felt less like an interview and more like sister-talk between two powerhouses. From carrying the torch of a legendary musical dynasty to stepping boldly into new spiritual territories, Kierra opened up about what God […]

Source: Kehlani and Leon Thomas Lead the R&B Grammy Wins This Year The R&B categories delivered some of the most powerful moments of the night, led by Kehlani. After more than a decade in the industry, Kehlani finally earned her first two Grammy Awards, winning Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song. Fans across social media celebrated the long awaited recognition, calling it a major milestone for one of R&B’s […]

Source: John Shearer / Getty Kehlani Announces New Album on the Grammy Awards Red Carpet R&B star Kehlani had fans buzzing during the Grammy Awards after revealing a major update about her music career. While walking the red carpet, Kehlani shared that her brand new album is officially set to drop next month. The announcement came during an exciting moment for the singer, who was also celebrating a Grammy nomination […]

Source: Jeff Spicer / Getty In 1926, Dr. Carter G. Woodson created “Negro History Week” to challenge the exclusion of Black people from American history. He sought to promote education, celebrate achievement, and build pride in African American heritage. Over the past 100 years, Black filmmakers and storytellers have transformed cinema. RELATED: 25 Years of Triumph: Celebrating Black History Milestones and AchievementsRELATED: Little Known Black History Fact: Oscar Micheaux Oscar […]

Source: Kevin Mazur / Getty With the 2026 Grammys underway, we are taking it back to the Grammy speeches that moved the culture and still resonate today. From Lauryn Hill to Doechii, these artists made sure to relish in their iconic moment on the Grammy Awards stage. Check out our favorite Grammy Awards speeches inside.   RELATED CONTENT: From Beyoncé To Tina Turner — The 9 Greatest Grammy Performances By […]

Source: Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty If you are a lover of R&B, specifically the golden age of the 90s, then you already know how significant Brandy is to music. Not only has she been dubbed “the vocal Bible,” but she has inspired an entire generation of artists who came before her and cite her as a direct influence. It was only fitting that the Grammys, on behalf of the […]

Source: Rich Polk / Getty Ahead of its February 23rd premiere, Hulu has dropped the first trailer for Paradise Season 2, setting the internet on fire about what’s next for one of the streaming world’s most talked-about dramas. The show, led by Sterling K. Brown as Xavier Collins, broke out in Season 1 with its blend of post-apocalyptic mystery, political intrigue, and emotional stakes, earning praise from critics and fans […]

Source: Ishika Samant / Getty No one could have predicted the wild turn of events during Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller’s fight with Kingsley Ibeh at Madison Square Garden. The heavyweight bout, part of the undercard for the Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson super-fight, gave fans an unforgettable moment when Miller’s man-unit AKA as toupee, was punched off his head in the second round. The crowd in New York City gasped […]

Source: R1 Digital / R1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Gil Jones Director of Marketing gijones@radio-one.com 404-832-7212 BIRTHDAY BASH ATL 2026 CELEBRATES 30 YEARS WITH A LEGENDARY HOMECOMING — T.I. TO HEADLINE SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY PERFORMANCE [Atlanta, GA– May 29, 2026] Atlanta’s most iconic hip-hop concert returns bigger than ever as HOT 107.9 proudly announces Birthday Bash ATL 2026: 30th Anniversary, marking three decades of music, culture, and the city that […]