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Jamie Foxx shares details about his upcoming Disney movie, Soul. Disney has delayed the release of the Pixar animated feature as a result of the global health pandemic. The movie was originally supposed to be released in cinemas on June 19, 2020, but has now been pushed back by five months to November 20. The flick,…

Stevie Wonder was planning to hit the studio with late soul legend Bill Withers before his passing. The “Isn’t She Lovely” singer had been in constant contact with the “Ain’t No Sunshine” hitmaker right up until his death from heart complications at age 81 last week and has revealed the pair were planning to play…

Bill Withers, the soul singer who gained prominence in the 1970s by releasing a multitude of hits that became classic songs of that era, has died. He was 81. Born in 1938 in West Virginia, Withers moved to Los Angeles in 1967 and began recording his demo while holding down a 9-to-5 job. Withers would…

The first-ever Disney Pixar animation film to feature a Black lead character is being powered by two Hollywood heavyweights with impeccable credentials. Academy Award-winner Jamie Foxx (Ray) and the reigning monarch of Black TV, Phylicia Rashad (“The Cosby Show”), will star in Soul, which delves into the life of a jazz-loving music teacher who pines…

At the 2019 Disney D23 Expo, Disney and Marvel revealed a slate of new films. In addition to sequels, the Disney-Marvel-Pixar branches unveiled plans for original films starring a who’s who of talent. As expected, T’Challa and the rest of the Black Panther cast will return along with some new faces. Here are five films…

Ari Lennox served as the headlining act of the opening night of BET’s “House of BET” at Essence Festival. The reception, which took place on July 5, featured a performance from Lennox who sang her hit, “Shea Butter Baby.” The three-day activation will feature exclusive screenings of BET shows such as “The First Wives Club,”…

Chicago-based singer Dante Hall has been a backup singer for the likes of Donald Lawrence and Yolanda Adams. On June 20, he will take the spotlight and share his gift at the Promontory in Hyde Park. Rolling out spoke with Hall about his career and why Black Music is so powerful. Talk about who you…

BJ The Chicago Kid visited his hometown, Chicago, on June 1, 2019, for the Essence and Ford collaboration for My City 4 Ways. He represented the music portion. We spoke to BJ about the importance of music, how he fits into the current landscape and his new project.

Rolling out recently had a conversation with New York-based recording artist, producer and songwriter Davie. Reflecting on past experiences, Davie shared how he overcame adversity by keeping an authentic and positive approach to his career. His newest EP, “Lesson Learned,” is all about expressing oneself along with learning and unlearning on the journey to becoming…

Krystal Metcalfe is blending genres with her rock and soul-infused style. Her powerful voice delivers a message of strength, confidence and freedom. Rolling out spoke with Metcalfe recently about her music, inspiration and sound. Describe who you are as an artist. I am a Chicago-based-by-way-of-St. Louis rock and soul artist striving to push the limits…

After careful review of Solange’s new album When I Get Home, it is clear that Solange has never been a pop tart for any music aficionado who understands where music could be headed. Here are five things you should do if you’re going to listen to this album: Do understand that Solange is a trailblazer…

Aretha Franklin was honored with a tribute at the American Music Awards. The Queen of Soul died of cancer in mid-August. Gladys Knight, Ledisi, Mary Mary, Donnie McClurkin, and CeCe Winans took to the stage at the annual ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018, to perform in her honor. The event’s host, Tracee Ellis Ross, gave an…

The ONE Musicfest has become one of the fastest-growing music festivals in the nation. Presented by founder J. Carter, the festival has featured memorable moments and acts, such as the Dungeon Family reunion, Lauryn Hill, Kendrick Lamar and Scarface. The 2018 ONE Musicfest will continue to amaze and entertain at Central Park on Sept. 8…

Nine years ago, Atlanta club promoter J Carter set out on a journey to create an urban music festival that would highlight prominent acts of the past, present and future. Although it was a remarkable idea, many music industry insiders believed that it was too far-fetched for him to achieve. “I thought the culture needed…

Aretha Franklin will be remembered as the “Queen of Soul,” but she also was royalty to the people and city of Detroit. Beyond her actual homegoing service on Friday, Aug. 31, which featured powerful and controversial moments, people in the city the music legend called home showed their love for her in myriad ways. Here are some…

Singer, songwriter, creator and hip-hop artist Adela sat down with Romeo International at rolling out studios to discuss why her music is timeless. Click here to see the full, uncut interview at rolling out TVENT.

The line outside of Chene Park stretched down the block of Atwater Street hours before doors would eventually open at the outdoor arena in downtown Detroit. A multitude of people in line wore T-shirts featuring images of Aretha Franklin. Several cars that drove by blasted hits from her massive catalog, the ultimate sign of putting…

Aretha Franklin will be remembered as, arguably, the greatest soul singer in the history of R&B music. After leaving her father’s church at 18 years old, Franklin would release 48 studio albums and win 20 Grammy awards. Her contributions to music will always have a place in history. But beyond the significant role she played…

Bold energy radiates from singer-songwriter-actress Malina Moye as she shows us how well Black women rock. The left-handed guitarist is dispelling misconceptions by commanding spaces meant for traditional rock artists. She has sometimes been the only female on the lineup — and the only Black person in the venue. Yet, she does not allow the monolithic…

Dallas audiences are in for a life-changing experience at the theater. The stage play Soul Purpose is set to debut at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters – Naomi Bruton Theater and will run April 27-29. It centers on five strong African American women from different backgrounds seeking to discover God’s purpose for their…