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Common’s “One Day It’ll All Make Sense” Book Signing At Barnes & Noble
11 October 2011 4:51 PM | No CommentsOn September 20th, hundreds of Chicago fans gathered in the lower level of Barnes & Noble on State Street to get an autographed copy of “One Day It’ll All Make Sense” by actor and Grammy-winning artist Common. The jaw-dropping memoir entails the up-close and personal journey of the phenomenal musical icon and entertainer. Each chapter [...]
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Shwayze & Cisco Adler Ready for New Album
20 May 2011 2:41 PM | No CommentsWith two major label albums under their belt, years of touring, a MTV reality series Buzzin’, and Bananabeat, the burgeoning one-stop artist collective which includes recording and TV production facilities, as well as divisions for internet and street marketing, brand alliances, tour promotion, management and booking, Shwayze and Cisco Adler have accomplished quite a great [...]
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DVD/TV/Film
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The Spider’s Web – A Play by Margaret Mahdi
02 March 2012 5:57 PM | No Comments
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Journalist Toure’ Calls Tyler Perry, “Worst Director in Hollywood”
03 October 2011 3:04 PM | No CommentsThe controversy ensues on whether Tyler Perry and his movies are deemed worthy enough for Hollywood and the like. Many critics have bashed Perry’s movies and directing style as he portrays the irreverent character “Madea” the driving force in his films. Director and controversial filmmaker himself Spike Lee, indirectly referred to the films as “coonery [...]
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Margaret Mahdi’s THE WIZ-CHICAGO STYLE ENCORE!
26 September 2011 7:49 PM | No CommentsThe Wiz Chicago Style Interview Segment from Sherice Grant on Vimeo. The Mahdi Theatre Company returns to King Drive with its spectacular rendition of THE WIZ-Chicago Style. THE WIZ-Chicago Style will feature the “crème of the crop” sensations such as Chanelle Patrick (Dorothy) who has danced internationally and performed in many community driven theatrical productions. [...]
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Politics
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Journalist Toure’ Calls Tyler Perry, “Worst Director in Hollywood”
03 October 2011 3:04 PM | No CommentsThe controversy ensues on whether Tyler Perry and his movies are deemed worthy enough for Hollywood and the like. Many critics have bashed Perry’s movies and directing style as he portrays the irreverent character “Madea” the driving force in his films. Director and controversial filmmaker himself Spike Lee, indirectly referred to the films as “coonery [...]
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Don’t Believe The Hype! Black Folks Voted On November 2
05 November 2010 9:33 AM | 1 CommentBy Melanie Campbell. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all voters for taking the time to exercise their right to vote in the November 2nd Mid-Term Election. On Election Day, the NCBCP (www.ncbcp.org) managed the Black Women’s Roundtable Power the Sister Vote National Command Center, in partnership with the A. Philip Randolph [...]
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EventsRegional Events
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The Spider’s Web – A Play by Margaret Mahdi
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KAREEM ABDUL-JABBAR TEAMS UP WITH FOLLETT CORPORATION
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Common’s “One Day It’ll All Make Sense” Book Signing At Barnes & Noble
11 October 2011 4:51 PM | No Comments
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Top Stories Archive
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0May 14, 2010HOLLYWOOD STARS COME OUT TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT!
HOLLYWOOD STARS COME OUT TO SUPPORT THE DANNY CLARK FOUNDATION’S 2nd ANNUAL CHARITY WEEKEND May 15, 2010 (Chicago, IL) – It was a purposeful weekend of celebrities, and entertainment for Danny Clark’s 2nd annual charity event. The Danny Clark Foundation partnered with the WATCH ME WIN Foundation both aimed at assisting and providing outreach to [...] -
0May 12, 2010NEW FILM “JUST WRIGHT” IN THEATERS!
‘Just Wright’ Starring Common and Queen Latifah Opened in Theaters Nationwide Friday, May 14, 2010. Directed by: Sanaa Hamri Written by: Michael Elliot Produced by: Debra Martin Chase, Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere Starring: Queen Latifah, Common, Paula Patton, Phylicia Rashad, Pam Grier, James Pickens, Jr. JUST WRIGHT stars Queen Latifah (BRINGING DOWN THE HOUSE) [...] -
0May 11, 2010SUPERSTAR USHER GETS FORD FREEDOM AWARD IN DETROIT…
Usher Raymond, IV Caption – Five time Grammy Award winning superstar Usher proudly displays his Ford Freedom Award, which he received recently for his entrepreneurial prowess. The Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of the Ford Motor Company, sponsored the 12th Annual Ford Freedom Awards, which was held in Detroit at the Charles H. [...] -
0May 11, 2010IN REMEMBRANCE: LEGENDARY LENA HORNE
The talented and very beautiful Lena Horne died this past Sunday, May 9, 2010 at New Yorks Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. She was 92. Born Lena Mary Calhoun Horne on June 30, 1917 in Brooklyn, NY, Mrs. Horne broke many barriers in the entertainment industry most notably refusing to be stereotyped for African American roles [...] -
0May 7, 2010*EXCLUSIVE* CHICAGO’S FINEST: DREW SIDORA SHOWS HOME CITY LOVE WITH NEW SINGLE ‘JUKE IT’!
DREW SIDORA CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY AND SINGLE FOR ‘JUKE IT’ WITH CELEBRITY FRIENDS IN CHICAGO! May 7, 2010 – Chicago is definitely a staple for multi-talented native Drew Sidora seems to be the next big thing to bring more star power to the big windy city. Dubbed as Hollywoods “it girl”, pop princess of Slip-N-Slide records [...] -
3May 5, 2010CARMELO ANTHONY’S KROSSOVER ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS NEW ARTIST “DIEGO CA$H”!
Krossover Entertainment Presents “Diego Ca$H” May 5, 2010 – Christian “Diego Ca$h” Vasquez style and swag is a reflection of his diverse background and upbringing. Born in New York and raised in Atlanta, GA its hard to pin point exactly what genre he falls into which makes him in a category all his on. He [...] -
1May 3, 2010CHICAGO FILMMAKER, MARK HARRIS TRANSFORMS WITH “BLACK BUTTERFLY”…
Chicago Filmmaker Mark Harris April 29, 2010 – Mark Harris is no stranger to the big screen and definitely no stranger to telling compelling, true to life stories through his films. I Used to Love Her and Show Stoppers (2008) are just a few works that Mr. Harris has under his belt. His latest project [...] -
0April 21, 2010CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER AND ACTIVIST DR. DOROTHY IRENE HEIGHT DIES AT 98…
April 21, 2010 The world has lost another legend. Civil rights luminary Dr. Dorothy Irene Height died on April 20, 2010 from natural causes. Dr. Height fought for civil and human rights for more than seven decades and she was a trusted advisor to many notable leaders that include President Barack Obama. Her list of [...] -
0April 20, 2010GURU’S FORMER PUBLICIST SPEAKS ON THE ARTIST…
April 20, 2010 MC Guru lost his life on April 19, 2010 after complications with his battle with multiple myeloma. This all comes after just a little over a month ago, he was recovering from a coma following surgery from cardiac arrest. His family publicly expressed grief on Wednesday and stated they are planning a [...] -
MACY’S GETS INTO THE MIX WITH THE KIPLING COLOR JAM TOUR
MACY’S GETS INTO THE MIX WITH KIPLING USA ANNOUNCING THE KIPLING COLOR JAM TOUR FEATURING LIVE APPEARANCES FROM THE SCRATCH ACADEMY’S TOP DJs! Tour coming to select MACY’s retailers across the country! If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a DJ, here is your chance to “drop it on the one!” MACY’s gets [...] -
LOREEN ARBUS & “CSI” STAR ROBERT DAVID HALL TO PRESENT THE INAUGURAL “LOREEN ARBUS FOCUS ON DISABILITY SCHOLARSHIP” AT THE 31ST ANNUAL COLLEGE TELEVISION AWARDS1April 3, 2010
LOREEN ARBUS & “CSI” STAR ROBERT DAVID HALL TO PRESENT THE INAUGURAL “LOREEN ARBUS FOCUS ON DISABILITY SCHOLARSHIP” AT THE 31ST ANNUAL COLLEGE TELEVISION AWARDS
TELEVISION PRODUCER/PHILANTHROPIST LOREEN ARBUS & “CSI” STAR ROBERT DAVID HALL TO PRESENT THE INAUGURAL “LOREEN ARBUS FOCUS ON DISABILITY SCHOLARSHIP” AT THE 31ST ANNUAL COLLEGE TELEVISION AWARDS Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with the Major Launch of a $40,000 Scholarship Program NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA- April 1, 2010 – The Academy [...] -
Erykah Badu’s New Single “Window Seat” and Music Video Creates a Stir
Erykah Badu is back with the second part to her 2-part album, but anticipation has been overshadowed by much debate about her new video to her new single. Erykah Badu’s video from new single “Window Seat” from her new album “New Amerykah Part Two: Return of the Ankh” has stirred much controversy. In the video, [...] -
Stevie Wonder’s Son, Mumtaz Morris and Director Dennis McKinley Among Judges for Unity Diaspora Coalition Census Poster and Social Media Competition1March 25, 2010
Stevie Wonder’s Son, Mumtaz Morris and Director Dennis McKinley Among Judges for Unity Diaspora Coalition Census Poster and Social Media Competition
Washington, DC – Talented R&B/hip-hop artist/producer/singer and son of music icon Stevie Wonder, Mumtaz Ekow Morris, and music video director, Dennis Mckinley, will join representatives from community based organizations as judges for the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation’s Unity Diaspora Coalition (UDC) Census Poster and Social Media Competition. The National Coalition’s UDC is sponsoring [...] -
Island Def Jam’s “Brutha” Debuts New Single, “One Day on This Earth” Written by R. Kelly4March 25, 2010
Island Def Jam’s “Brutha” Debuts New Single, “One Day on This Earth” Written by R. Kelly
Island Def Jam’s group “Brutha” new single “One Day on This Earth” hits the airwaves and is off of their upcoming album Vacancy. The five brothers that make up Def Jam’s R&B super group Brutha were literally born to sing. Besides their innate ability to harmonize, brothers Grady, Jake, Anthony, Papa and Jared come from [...] -
American Women in Radio & Television 35th Annual Gracie National Award® Winners
Grand Award Winners to be Named at Annual Gala Featuring the Biggest Names in News and Entertainment PR Contact: Edna or Damian Bruce/ESP Public Relations Tel: 310-827-9727 ~ esppr@aol.com February 23, 2010 (McLean, VA) – American Women in Radio & Television (AWRT) is pleased to announce the 2010 winners of the 35th Annual Gracie Awards. [...] -
President Obama Pays Tribute…0March 24, 2010
President Obama Pays Tribute…
Video/President Obama Signs Health Reform Bill Into Law (Photo Courtesy of AP/Charles Dharapak) Tuesday, March 23, 2010, Washington, D.C. – Today in a bill signing ceremony President Barack Obama signed the Health Reform Bill into law. He paid tribute to 11 year old Marcelas Owens whose mother died because she didn’t have health insurance and [...] -
Cleveland Cavaliers Lebron James Helps Bring Out Jay-Z and Other Major Stars at Chicago Venue14March 22, 2010
Cleveland Cavaliers Lebron James Helps Bring Out Jay-Z and Other Major Stars at Chicago Venue
Lebron James & Friends (Black Out Chicago Black Carpet) Video (Chicago, IL) On Thursday March 18th, 2010 THE BLACKOUT powered by Hennessy Black and hosted by LeBron James brought out an array of high profile athletes, major recording artists and a major buzz to notable venue, The Shrine in Chicago’s South Loop area. There were major [...] -
LUDACRIS SLATED TO INTERVIEW QUINCY JONES AT ASCAP “I CREATE MUSIC” EXPO IN APRIL
Jason Mraz, Toby Gad, Linda Perry, Chuck Harmony, Kuk Harrell, Andreas Carlsson and Loudon Wainwright III join stellar lineup of John Mayer, Bill Withers and others at 5th annual Music Creator Conference Los Angeles / : Multi-talented rapper and actor Ludacris will interview music legend Quincy Jones about his prolific career during the ASCAP “I [...] -
Fefe Dobson Returns With Joy, Album Set For May 4th4March 17, 2010
Fefe Dobson Returns With Joy, Album Set For May 4th
“I WANT YOU” FIRST NEW SINGLE -ON STARZ CABLE CHANNEL IMPACTS AT POP RADIO ON MARCH 2ND Fefe Dobson picked for VH1′s You Oughta Know program (New York, NY) FEFE DOBSON has completed her new album, JOY, scheduled for May release on 21 Music / Island Records. JOY follows-up Fefe Dobson, her self-titled debut, which [...] -
Multi-Platinum Super Producer Mannie Fresh Signs Hometown Duo SoleFresh
Mannie Fresh put the South on the map in a big way as the GRAMMY nominated in-house producer for Cash Money Records. His productions have sold over 23 million units and Mannie is stepping up yet again in partnership with Bright Riley, owner of Eyecon Music Group LLC., in keeping the focus on his hometown [...]








