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
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Urban Legends/UMe Releases James Brown Mini-Documentary, Get Down, The Influence Of James Brown
Urban Legends, a division of UMe, Universal Music Group's global catalog company, is celebrating 50 years of funk, soul, hip-hop, and R&B with a month-long celebration of that includes live DJ sets, new mini-documentaries, new episodes of the docu-series Through the Lens, and new releases of re-mixes of classic songs. The events focus on four genre defining periods in … [Read more...] about Urban Legends/UMe Releases James Brown Mini-Documentary, Get Down, The Influence Of James Brown
Diana Ross’ ‘Supertonic’ Digital Release Due On May 29; CD And Vinyl Will Be Available On June 26
Supertonic is a special kind of Diana Ross magic. Absolutely authentic, it's her voice, her electrifying sound. This music has no boundaries, blending the past and the now in this new collection. On May 29, the digital release of Supertonic, featuring new remixes of nine classics, will be released by Motown/UMe. Supertonic also will be available June 26 on CD and … [Read more...] about Diana Ross’ ‘Supertonic’ Digital Release Due On May 29; CD And Vinyl Will Be Available On June 26
Marvin Gaye’s “More Trouble” Out Now
On April 2, 1939, Marvin Gaye, Motown's "Prince Of Soul," was born with a destiny to define the sounds of soul and R&B. To celebrate his life and legacy and an influential chapter in his inimitable discography, Motown/UMe has released More Trouble, a vinyl-only collection of alternate and extended versions of tracks from his 12th studio album, Trouble Man, the 1972 … [Read more...] about Marvin Gaye’s “More Trouble” Out Now
The Clark Sisters’ Highly Anticipated New Album, “The Return” Available Now on All Digital Platforms
The Legendary Grammy Award-winning gospel group, The Clark Sisters' newest album, The Return, is now available on all digital platforms!This album, a release by Karew Entertainment and Motown Gospel, is the seventeenth complete album of the legendary group with producer credits to include Rodney Jerkins, Warryn Campbell, Jermaine Dupri, Mano Haines, and more! The album … [Read more...] about The Clark Sisters’ Highly Anticipated New Album, “The Return” Available Now on All Digital Platforms
Singer-Songwriter Jaclyn Manfredi Goes from Not Speaking To Singing Career
New York area based label/management company, AHM Media, will release singer/songwriter Jaclyn Manfredi's new single, "Lost Me", on April 10th. The company signed Manfredi in 2017, and the singer has continued to gain notice for her soulful voice, even though she didn't speak a word until the age of four years old. Manfredi's parents were concerned about her … [Read more...] about Singer-Songwriter Jaclyn Manfredi Goes from Not Speaking To Singing Career
BLK PRIME Releases New Sitcom “Starwood U”
BLK PRIME, the Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD) service available worldwide, released the Original Series Starwood U on December 25, for BLK PRIME viewers worldwide. Starring Comedian Alex Thomas and the voice of ‘Jimmy Mack” a 1965 Cadillac from the animated show, Motown Magic is the leading character of Jackson. Starwood University has a new freshman quarterback, … [Read more...] about BLK PRIME Releases New Sitcom “Starwood U”
UMe Swings Into The Holiday Season With Newly-Created Animated Videos For Iconic Christmas Songs
This holiday season some of the most well-known holiday songs will receive the gift of their first-ever official music videos. UMe, Universal Music Group's global catalog company, has partnered with legendary artists and estates to create vibrant new visuals for songs that have never before had a video. l "We are especially excited for the holidays this year, with a … [Read more...] about UMe Swings Into The Holiday Season With Newly-Created Animated Videos For Iconic Christmas Songs
Lamont Dozier, Multi Award Winning Songwriter with Legendary Holland-Dozier-Holland, Provides a Window To Success and Motown History in His Memoir
Lamont Dozier is one of the top songwriters in history, recognized by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, BMI, the Grammys and Rolling Stone's "100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time." He's written over 100 Top 10 hits and is a legend among songwriting legends. Now Lamont Dozier is sharing his memories and his songwriting insights in How Sweet It Is: A … [Read more...] about Lamont Dozier, Multi Award Winning Songwriter with Legendary Holland-Dozier-Holland, Provides a Window To Success and Motown History in His Memoir
‘MOTOWN UNRELEASED: 1969’ Celebrates 60 Years Of Motown With 60 Previously Unreleased Songs Recorded By The Legendary Label In 1969
MOTOWN UNRELEASED: 1969 is available today, as The Motown Museum's Hitsville Honors festivities begin in Detroit, to purchase or stream from all major download and streaming services in standard and Hi-Res Audio formats at https://classicmotown.lnk.to/Unreleased1969PR. The collection captures the width and breadth of Motown's iconic catalog, the … [Read more...] about ‘MOTOWN UNRELEASED: 1969’ Celebrates 60 Years Of Motown With 60 Previously Unreleased Songs Recorded By The Legendary Label In 1969