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LOS ANGELES — “HEIST 88,” an engaging drama, is set to debut on SHOWTIME, featuring Emmy-winning actor Courtney B. Vance known for “The People v. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story” and “Lovecraft Country.” The series is a collaboration between MTV Entertainment Studios, Bassett Vance Productions, and Gunpowder & Sky. Inspired by a major U.S. bank…
NEW YORK — The 2023 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards are set to recognize outstanding songwriting achievements. Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) will honor Lil Wayne, the accomplished rapper, executive, and philanthropist, with the BMI Icon award. This prestigious accolade celebrates Lil Wayne’s impressive two-decade-plus career and his profound impact on the R&B and hip-hop genre. The event…
Travis Scott’s latest album, UTOPIA, has surged to platinum status, reaffirming his dominance in the music industry. Released on July 28, the album has already sold over a million copies, buoyed by the distinction of the most extensive vinyl LP sales for a rap album. Notably, UTOPIA achieved a remarkable vinyl sales week, selling 93,000…
The dust has settled on Essence Fest 2023 and I took almost two months to reflect on the highs and lows of this year’s event due to my multifaceted position in media. I not only experienced the event as press covering it but as a publicist with clients attending. While the festival had its moments…
Despite her calm demeanor, Victoria Monét possesses a trifecta of talents that shine on the stage. Her vocal prowess, graceful dance moves, and poetic musicality have garnered widespread attention, culminating in her inaugural headlining tour. Seated for an interview with Nadeska, Victoria Monét commemorates the debut of her latest album, ‘JAGUAR II.’ During the conversation,…
R&B sensation Chris Brown ignites the screen once again with the release of the official video for “Summer Too Hot.” This scorching visual accompaniment adds an electrifying dimension to the hit track, promising to set the season ablaze. Brown’s signature moves and the video’s vibrant aesthetics create an irresistible fusion of music and imagery that…
Atlanta’s Bktherula and YoungBoy Never Broke Again join forces for a surprising rendition of Bktherula’s breakup anthem “CRAZY GIRL.” The track, now titled “CRAZY GIRL 2,” follows her “Love Nirvana” EP and role in Marc Jacobs’ PF23 campaign. Set against subdued beats and synthesizers, she confronts past relationships with lyrics like “Heard you got a…
