YouTube is stepping up and we are excited to see some changes in programming starting with Keke Palmer and Common. This past Thursday, the well-known platform announced a multi-year $100 Million fund dedicated to Black creators and artists. It’s an…
Oprah Responds To Black Lives Matter Remark
Oprah Winfrey is one of the most influential figures in all of history. She’s famously known for her talk show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, which was the highest-rated television program and ran for 25 years from 1986 to 2011. Aside from this, she’s a…
‘Black Lives Matter’ Plans Silent March & Strike In Seattle
On Friday, June 12, Black Lives Matter Seattle is calling for a statewide day of action in support of all Black lives in Washington State. The group’s website says the day of action will include a general strike and a…
Grammy Awards Change Rules For ‘Best New Artist’ Category
The Recording Academy is making changes to several Grammy Awards categories, including the often-debated best new artist title, and having nomination review committee members sign disclosure forms to prevent conflicts of interest. The new rules announced Wednesday will affect the…
Kendrick Lamar, Russell Westbrook & DeMar DeRozan Protest In Compton
Kendrick Lamar, Russell Westbrook and DeMar DeRozan joined in protests in Compton, Sunday. Marching from Gateway Towne Center in Los Angeles to Compton City Hall, for the “Compton Peace Walk,” the trio of LA-area superstars joined and spoke to the crowd.…
Lauren London Speaks Out About Gun Violence, and Nipsey Hussle’s Legacy
Lauren London opened up on gun violence in America a little more than a year after her partner, rapper Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed outside of his clothing store in Los Angeles. London joined Jada Pinkett-Smith on an episode…
Bail Set At $1 Million For Three Ex-Officers Charged In George Floyd’s Death
Minesotta judge sets bail of $1 million on Thursday for three former Minneapolis police officers charged with aiding and abetting in the murder of George Floyd, a black man whose killing in police custody set off widespread protests. Bail for…
‘Black Out Tuesday’ Movement Success Phase 2 In The Works
The music industry (along with the rest of the world) hit the pause button this past Tuesday to show solidarity with the black community as protests against police brutality and the death of George Floyd continued across the U.S. Using…
Funeral And Memorial Services For George Floyd Schedule Announced
Family, friends, and African Americans from across the globe will continue paying their respects toward George Floyd in three cities. The first memorial service will take place on Thursday, June 4, 2020, in Minneapolis at North Central University’s Frank J. Lindquist Sanctuary. Rev.…
The Weeknd & Drake Donate Hundreds Of Thousands To Help Aid The ‘Black Lives Matter’ Movement
The Weeknd and Drake are the latest artists to show their solidarity for the Black Lives Matter movement, by helping black families reunite through the National Bail Out Fund. The Canadian artists’ donations come after being challenged by singer/songwriter Mustafa…
