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Source: The NOW PR / other For years, fans knew her as HoodCelebrityy, the Jamaican-born, Bronx-raised dancehall artist whose high-energy performances, genre-bending sound and infectious hits made her a force across reggae, hip-hop and R&B. Now, she wants the world to know the woman behind the name. Ahead of the release of her upcoming album TINA, the artist formerly known as HoodCelebrityy is embracing a new chapter that is about far […]

✕ Some conversations feel less like interviews and more like catching up with an old friend. That was the energy when R&B star Goapele stopped by “Wine Time with KG,” the beloved segment of “Love and R&B with KG Smooth.” A Quarter-Century of “Closer”: Celebrating an R&B Milestone The big celebration? Twenty-five years of “Closer,” the song that made Goapele a household name. “It is like a dream and it’s […]

John Heller Black sitcoms have always held a special place in the culture, usually giving us a comedic take on urban living from the perspective of a relatable, melanated cast. In the case of Girlfriends, the beloved series that aired on UPN and The CW for 8 great seasons, fans still express a desire to keep up with the happenings of Joan, Maya, Lynn, Toni and William nearly 20 years […]

Source: REACH Media / Radio One Digital D.L. Hughley has never been known for tiptoeing around the issues of the day, and after bringing his sharp political humor and unapologetic observations to the City Winery stage, the comedian had plenty to say about what he sees happening in America right now. With recent Democratic victories in Michigan and the growing national attention surrounding New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, Hughley sees something […]

✕ There’s something powerful about two friends who love God sitting down and keeping it all the way real. That’s exactly what happened when gospel favorite Todd Dulaney stopped by The Nightly Spirit with host Darlene McCoy. What started as a warm reunion turned into a testimony many of us needed to hear. A Song Born Out of Struggle: The Story Behind “We Say Yes” odd came ready to talk […]

✕ The King of R&B Jacquees pulled up to “Posted on the Corner,” hosted by Incognito and DJ Misses, to break down his long-awaited album Mood 2. Ten years after the original Mood dropped, Jacquees says the timing felt right. He’s been locked in on the project since 2023, pouring years of living and growth into every record. “There was no better time than right now,” he shared. That decade […]

Source: Matt Winkelmeyer / Getty After weeks of whispers, speculation and some interesting predictions, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has found its perfect “Storm” in newcomer Maya Boyd During Friday’s D23 presentation, as reported by Variety, Marvel Studios exec Kevin Feige announced the new band of mutants who will take center stage in the first X-Men movie to come out in almost a decade. With the announcement, the Midwest beauty now […]

Getty Images / Stephen A. Smith / NABJ Stephen A. Smith’s foray into political commentary earned him an award from the NABJ (National Association of Black Journalists), but it’s an honor he is not too proud of; in fact, he’s pretty upset about it. Over the weekend, the often-loud sports pundit turned political commentator received the “thumbs down” honor at the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Convention in Atlanta. […]

Source: R1 Digital / R1 Praise 102.5, Atlanta’s home for gospel music, won Top Market of the Year at the 2026 Stellar Awards in Charlotte, NC. The award—voted on by listeners—celebrates the station’s 25 years on air, its commitment to local talent, and a team that shows up every single day. Atlanta, you did that. At the 2026 Stellar Awards pre-show in Charlotte, NC, Praise 102.5 walked away with one […]