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The fifth annual Black Culture Festival is set to take place next month at Parcel 5 in Rochester, celebrating Black culture and achievements within the community. The festival, scheduled for July 27 and 28 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., will feature a variety of local vendors, showcasing Black-owned businesses and offering culturally significant dishes. […]
Justin Timberlake, the renowned singer and actor, was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons. The Suffolk County District Attorney’s office confirmed the arrest occurred on Tuesday in Sag Harbor, a popular summer destination on Long Island. Timberlake was arraigned in Sag Harbor Village Justice Court later that morning. At 43, Timberlake is currently […]
In celebration of Black Music Month, Max and Spotify are hosting “Shaped by Sound,” an immersive one-day music experience on June 22 at New York City’s Hall des Lumières. The event will feature themed rooms, curated DJ sets, and a performance by rising rapper Cash Cobain. The experience includes: A mirrored room with 360-projection mapping […]
On June 14, during his “11:11 Tour” performance at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, Chris Brown experienced technical difficulties when the suspension wires malfunctioned, leaving him stuck in the air while performing his song “Under The Influence.” Despite the mishap, Brown continued to sing while dangling above the stage. A viral video captured […]
In celebration of Black Music Month, Chaka Khan performed on NPR’s “Tiny Desk” show, delivering a soulful and energetic 30-minute set. At 71, the legendary singer captivated the audience with her powerful voice and dynamic stage presence. She opened the performance with “Tell Me Something Good” and continued with hits like “What Cha’ Gonna Do […]
UnitedMasters has appointed LaTrice Burnette as executive vice president and head of music. Burnette will lead the company’s artist services division. She has previously held senior roles at Def Jam Recordings, Island Records, Epic Records, Atlantic Records, and Roc-A-Fella Records, and was recently the executive VP at Def Jam Recordings. Burnette was also honored on […]
Kendrick Lamar’s Los Angeles concert, “The Pop Out — Ken and Friends,” will be livestreamed by Amazon Music’s Rotation. The show, taking place on Juneteenth at the Kia Forum, sold out instantly, with tickets reselling for $350 to $1,500 each. The livestream will begin at 4 p.m. PT on Prime Video and Amazon Music’s Twitch […]
Pharrell Williams celebrated the release of the trailer for his upcoming Lego-animated biopic, “Piece by Piece,” during an interview with director Morgan Neville. The film, produced by Focus Features, creatively depicts Williams’ life story using Lego pieces. The biopic includes reimagined scenes from Williams’ childhood and career, showcasing his unconventional artistic vision. Notable musicians like […]
Whoopi Goldberg celebrated the 30th anniversary of “Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit” by reuniting the film’s cast on “The View.” This special event included not only her adult co-stars like Kathy Najimy but also many of the kid actors from the movie’s choir scenes. Together, they recreated the iconic “Oh Happy Day” and […]
In celebration of Black Music Month, Tiny Desk is showcasing nine concerts featuring Black women artists. One standout performance is by Tierra Whack and her band, “The Big Backs,” hailed as one of the best in Tiny Desk history. Known for her playful and energetic style, Whack’s performance included whimsical elements like a giant pencil, […]