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Source: Radio One / Urban One Jermaine Dupri, a living legend in music and culture, dropped by the Urban 1 Summit and shared easter eggs about his upcoming Magic City documentary. Set to debut on August 15th via Starz, the project dives deep into Atlanta’s unique cultural heartbeat while reframing narratives about its iconic nightlife. What started as a concept for the Magic City soundtrack quickly grew into something larger. […]

Yolanda Adams takes the top spot in this weeks Billboard Gospel AirPlay Charts with her song ‘Blessings’. Check it out below! Yolanda Adams – Blessings William Murphy – Double Vashawn Mitchell – Make A Way Tasha Cobbs Leonard – Do It AnyWay Donald Lawrence – Word  Erica Campbell – Trust & Obey   Maverick City – Constant Pastor Maike Jr. – Amen Marvin Sapp – He Was there  Zacardi Cortez - Work […]

Source: Justin Engelhardt / Radio-One Stevie Wonder recently addressed the long-standing rumor questioning his blindness during a stop on his “Love, Light and Song” U.K. tour in Cardiff, Wales, as reported by Variety. Speaking to the audience on July 9, Wonder tackled the speculation with his signature humor and grace. In footage captured by fans, Wonder joked about the persistent rumors, saying, “When did I want to let the world […]

Tatiana Sidorova From hotlines and AOL chat rooms to the OG days of BlackPlanet and sites of the sort, dating in the digital era has gone through a variety of shifts over time. However, we may be witnessing a whole new peak with the introduction of an app simply described as Tea. Designed exclusively for women — there’s a pre-screening process and everything — the app allows users to anonymously […]

Source: Reach Media / Urban One Edi Gathegi and Anthony Carrigan take on some serious roles in DC’s new Superman movie, Edi is Mr. Terrific, and Anthony plays Metamorpho. Both actors shared key facts about what went down behind the scenes and what sets this Superman film apart. Edi Gathegi said, “For me, intelligence is the greatest superpower. You don’t need to be a god to make a difference. Mr. […]

Source: Reach Media / Urban One Trendsetter Sense and Big Breeze recently sat down with Incognito to spill the details on their latest collaboration, “Pop Out,” a track infused with trap energy and Kingdom purpose. The conversation peeled back layers of artistry, faith, and ambition, offering a rare glimpse into the grind behind their glow. “Pop Out,” hailed as a fearless anthem, is more than just a song for the […]

Source: Walt Disney Company / Walt Disney Company Two decades after Hurricane Katrina drowned New Orleans and exposed deep cracks in America’s disaster response and racial divide, Black Panther director Ryan Coogler is helping to tell the story like it’s never been told before. The Oscar-nominated filmmaker has teamed up with Oscar-winning producers Simon and Jonathan Chinn (Searching for Sugar Man) and director Traci A. Curry (Attica) for Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time, a five-part National Geographic docuseries that […]

Source: Radio One / Urban One Kirk Franklin, the Grammy award-winning pioneer of contemporary gospel music, graced the Urban 1 Summit with undeniable charisma and thought-provoking insights during an exclusive interview. Known for his groundbreaking approach to blending faith with modern sounds, Franklin’s contributions have revolutionized gospel music and brought it to global audiences. Highlighting his latest creative endeavors, Franklin revealed his inspiration for experimenting with Afrobeats in his upcoming […]

Source: Ben Pruchnie / Getty The world of professional wrestling mourns the loss of one of its most iconic figures, Hulk Hogan, who passed away at the age of 71. The WWE legend, known for his larger-than-life persona and unparalleled contributions to the sport, died early Thursday morning at his Clearwater, Florida home following a cardiac arrest, as reported by TMZ. Born Terry Gene Bollea, Hulk Hogan transformed professional wrestling […]