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2017 Grammy nominations reward independence

The 2017 Grammy nominations are here and for the first time in history, the Recording Academy have made streaming only recordings eligible for Grammy consideration.

Laurie Robinson Haden of CBS Corporation wants to inspire young lawyers

Since 2009, Laurie Robinson Haden has been the Senior Vice President and Assistant General Counsel of CBS Corporation; and the award-winner lawyer takes great pride in her role at one of the biggest media companies in the world. Her role positions her in a uniquely influential seat within the company, and CBS values her years of experience in law and business.

The Grammys got it wrong again; why are we surprised?

The day after the Grammys is always fairly interesting. Everyone talking about which performances they liked, which ones they hated, and which award winners were undeserving–it’s as much a part of awards season as the actual ceremony. After last night’s 56th Annual Grammy Awards, most hip-hop fans are feeling bitter over Macklemore & Ryan Lewis taking home Best Rap Album honors for their popular LP The Heist.

The 2013 African American Literary Awards celebrates black authors in NYC

The 2013 African American Literary Awards once again gave black authors and publishers of African American content a platform to celebrate each other. Held on a breezy Manhattan night at Landmark On the Park in Central Park West, the show was hosted by motivational speaker/personality C.J. Miller and best-selling author Reshonda Tate-Billingsley.

Damon Wayans blasts the Emmys: ‘The celebration of whiteness’

Damon Wayans is known for humor, but unlike his brothers Shawn and Marlon, the comic and actor usually adds a little bite to his jokes. Fans and followers were reminded of just how “biting” Wayans can be when the star hopped on Twitter and began offering commentary on the 2013 Emmy Awards.