The Essence Festival of Culture has announced its first wave of musical performers for the 2025 evening concert series, which will run from Thursday, July 3, through Sunday, July 6. Actor and comedian Anthony Anderson will host the concert series
It’s Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves against Luka Dončić, LeBron James, and the Los Angeles Lakers, as each team begins its quest for an NBA championship. The Lakers are chasing an 18th title, hoping to tie the Boston Celtics
Grammy Award-winning vocalist Ann Nesby marks her triumphant return to the music scene with ANNiversary, her eighth studio album and first full-length release in over a decade. The former lead vocalist of Sounds of Blackness delivers 10 new tracks with
Chenelle DeLoach embodies the modern renaissance woman, seamlessly blending her entrepreneurial vision with heartfelt advocacy as she guides women toward organization and empowerment through her company, Che Pressed Designs & Stationery, where her custom-crafted planners, journals, and motivational stationery products
Broccoli City returns to the District this August with a three-day festival that highlights music, culture and community engagement. The weekend festivities begin Friday, Aug. 8, with the Trap Karaoke party. This immersive night of popular anthems and sing-along moments
In the glaring spotlight of Hollywood’s highest honor stands Halle Berry, who in 2002 became the first and only Black woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress. Her victory for Monster’s Ball was meant to signal a breakthrough,
After years from the spotlight, Grammy-nominated artist Keri Hilson returns to music following a profoundly personal journey documented in her six-part YouTube series, “We Need To Talk.” The intimate video sessions reveal Hilson’s emotional path back to music. They function
Shad Moss, better known as Bow Wow, is returning to the music scene with his new single “Use Me,” a collaboration with R&B superstar Chris Brown and produced by Hitmaka. The multiplatinum rapper’s latest release marks his first official collaboration
Grammy-nominated R&B artist Ari Lennox celebrated her birthday with the release of her new single, “Soft Girl Era,” marking a significant shift in the soulful vocalist’s artistic direction. The track, which dropped across all major streaming platforms, signals Lennox’s deliberate
R&B superstar Chris Brown has announced his “Breezy Bowl XX” stadium world tour, celebrating 20 years in the music industry. The tour will feature special guests, Summer Walker and Bryson Tiller, with Walker appearing exclusively on North American dates. Brown
In a landmark collaboration celebrating Black female musical excellence, the Black Promoters Collective has announced The Queens tour, which will bring together four legendary vocalists Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, and Stephanie Mills on one stage. The unprecedented tour
Mary J. Blige proved why she earned the title “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul” during her electrifying performance Sunday night at Xcel Energy Center, the latest stop on her For My Fans Tour. It was her first Twin Cities appearance since
In the heart of Los Angeles, where hip-hop culture and sports history intertwine, a once-overlooked image has transformed into a cultural touchstone bridging generations of fans. The legacy of iconic rapper Tupac Shakur came alive at Crypto.com Arena as the
Bronx native Diany Dior is turning heads and commanding attention with her latest single, “THiCK.” The brazen anthem has catapulted the 23-year-old artist into the spotlight. The track has become a viral sensation on TikTok, where users have embraced its
In acclaimed director Ryan Coogler’s latest film, Sinners, Michael B. Jordan plays the challenging dual role of twin brothers seeking redemption in their hometown, only to encounter a malevolent force that threatens to destroy them. The psychological horror film, slated
Former WNBA champion Monica Wright Rogers has been named general manager of the Toronto Tempo, the league’s newest expansion franchise, which will debut in the 2026 season. Rogers, 36, joins the Tempo after serving as assistant general manager for the
Tennis legend Serena Williams has added another professional sports franchise to her growing investment portfolio. She has joined the ownership group of the Toronto Tempo, the WNBA’s newest expansion team. The Tempo, primarily owned by Kilmer Sports Ventures under Larry
Rasheda Jenkins specializes in revealing the inherent potential in everyone through her comprehensive curriculum development and tailored workshop experiences. Jenkins’ approach centers on personal transformation, helping clients recognize and activate their inner resilience. Her service portfolio extends beyond traditional coaching,
The walls of the Minneapolis Institute of Art’s Target Galleries will soon vibrate with the creative energy of nearly 100 works by contemporary Black artists, courtesy of music industry powerhouses Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz. Opening March 8 and running
Jason’s Lyric, the groundbreaking 1994 romantic drama that captivated audiences with its raw portrayal of love amid urban struggle, is being reimagined as an immersive theatrical experience to mark its 30th anniversary. The adaptation promises to bring new depth to
