BET has announced the hosts and nominees for the “2020 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS” across 12 different categories. The annual celebration recognizes the best in Soul, R&B and Hip Hop from both established industry legends and the next generation of promising artists. Taking place on Sunday, November 29th, the “2020 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS” PRESENTED BY BET will simulcast on BET, BET … [Read more...] about Tisha Campbell & Tichina Arnold Return as Third Time Hosts of the “2020 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS” Presented by BET Airing November 29
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Snoop Dogg, T.I., Monica, Cordae, G Herbo and Trae Tha Truth Added to the Star-studded Lineup Participants and Presenters at the 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” Oct. 27
The 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” is heating up with a newly announced lineup of presenters and performers. Hip Hop powerhouses Snoop Dogg and T.I. alongside R&B superstar Monica are set to present. Five-time Grammy Award-winner and global icon Lil Wayne and Grammy Award-nominatedRapper Cordae joins previously announced performers including 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Burna Boy … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg, T.I., Monica, Cordae, G Herbo and Trae Tha Truth Added to the Star-studded Lineup Participants and Presenters at the 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” Oct. 27
“Thrive II: This Is What It Takes” Releases Trailer in 15 Languages for Sequel to One of the Top Watched Documentaries of All Time
THRIVE: What on Earth Will it Take? is one of the most widely viewed documentaries in history with over 90 million views across 27 different languages. Released in November 2011, the unconventional documentary lifted the veil on what is truly happening in our world by uncovering the global consolidation of power in nearly every aspect of our lives. THRIVE I connected … [Read more...] about “Thrive II: This Is What It Takes” Releases Trailer in 15 Languages for Sequel to One of the Top Watched Documentaries of All Time
Insomniac Announces Lineup for BackHARD Summer BBQ Virtual Rave-A-Thon
nsomniac has kept the dance music community moving with their Virtual Rave-A-Thon series, totaling over 60.8 million views worldwide, continuing this weekend with BackHARD Summer BBQ, Friday, Aug. 7 and Saturday, Aug. 8 from 6 p.m. – midnight PT, streaming live on Insomniac’s YouTube and Twitch channels. Grillmaster Pasquale Rotella will transform … [Read more...] about Insomniac Announces Lineup for BackHARD Summer BBQ Virtual Rave-A-Thon
2020 InterContinental Music Awards Winners Announced
Shahed Mohseni Zonoozi, the founder and executive director of the InterContinental Music Awards (Los Angeles-based music awards organization), said that the 2020 winners have been announced. Over the past decade, the organization recognized music talents from different countries and rewarded them by producing high-quality music for them, as well as taking them on the … [Read more...] about 2020 InterContinental Music Awards Winners Announced
PBS’ National July 4th TV Tradition, A CAPITOL FOURTH, Returns for a Special 40th Anniversary Presentation Hosted by John Stamos and Vanessa Williams
Capital Concerts announced today the 40th anniversary presentation of A CAPITOL FOURTH, the national July 4th TV tradition on PBS. This year's show is co-hosted by two-time Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos (Netflix's YOU, FULLER HOUSE, ER) and multi-platinum recording artist and star of television, film and the Broadway stage Vanessa Williams. The nation's … [Read more...] about PBS’ National July 4th TV Tradition, A CAPITOL FOURTH, Returns for a Special 40th Anniversary Presentation Hosted by John Stamos and Vanessa Williams
Grammy Award-Nominated Singer Natasha Bedingfield Shares New Song and Video for “Together in This” From Animated Feature Film, “Jungle Beat: The Movie”
Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter Natasha Bedingfield has recorded a brand-new song entitled "Together in This" for the animated feature, Jungle Beat: The Movie, out today. The song is the official end title track for the film. A Sandcastle Studios production made in collaboration with Sunrise Productions, Jungle Beat: The Movie recently … [Read more...] about Grammy Award-Nominated Singer Natasha Bedingfield Shares New Song and Video for “Together in This” From Animated Feature Film, “Jungle Beat: The Movie”
BET Renews Lena Waithe’s Breakout Hit “Twenties” for Season 2 and Announces Season 1 Streaming on Showtime This July
BET announced the second season pickup of Lena Waithe’s breakout hit “Twenties”, as well as an FYC partnership with Showtime, which will air season one starting July 6th. After premiering to critical acclaim and ranking as the #1 new comedy series on cable for African-Americans 18-49*, “Twenties” is receiving buzz for Lena Waithe’s creative … [Read more...] about BET Renews Lena Waithe’s Breakout Hit “Twenties” for Season 2 and Announces Season 1 Streaming on Showtime This July
Timely Films Reflect the Voices of Our Culture: Virtual Cannes 2020
Independent filmmakers are empowered with a voice and a platform to not only engage and entertain audiences but also to share stories and experiences that need to be heard. Vision Films (“Vision”) is proud to bring a diverse slate of films from unique and talented producers to the Cannes 2020 Virtual Market. The Black Emperor of Broadway, Bilal: A New Breed of … [Read more...] about Timely Films Reflect the Voices of Our Culture: Virtual Cannes 2020
“Coming to Africa” Premieres at the 2020 San Francisco Black Film Festival
Coming to Africa premiered this past weekend at the 22nd annual San Francisco Black Film Festival. Utilizing a virtual format, the festival screened over 200 films between Thursday and Sunday. The movie is the fourth feature film by Anwar Jamison, a Memphis-based filmmaker. In the film, Khalil Kain, most known for his starring roles in Juice alongside Tupac … [Read more...] about “Coming to Africa” Premieres at the 2020 San Francisco Black Film Festival