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Darian J. Jamison, a proud native of Coldwater, Mississippi, created the Mississippi Merit Awards to give long-overdue recognition to unsung “legends” in his community. Since its inception in 2016, the event has grown into a regional celebration of leaders, entrepreneurs, and artists whose influence reaches far beyond the spotlight. On Sept. 27, 2025, the awards…
Grammy-winning R&B singer Ella Mai has released her new single, “Tell Her,” now available on all major streaming platforms. The song is her first release since the 2024 EP 3 and arrives after the continued success of “Little Things,” one of her most popular tracks to date. Produced by longtime collaborator DJ Mustard, “Tell Her”…
Rising hip-hop artist Sol ChYld announced Friday her new album, REBIRTH. Theory, will be released Sept. 26 through MNRK Music Group, alongside the release of her new single “Travel Size.” The Camden native’s track is a collaboration with Chicago rapper and organizer Kaicrewsade. It blends live jazz arrangements with sharp lyricism and arrives with a…
R&B singer Jenevieve has released her new album, CRYSALIS, a 14-song project created with executive producer Elijah Gabor. The album focuses on staying true to yourself while navigating outside pressures. It was released along with a video for the single “Hvn High.” To mark the release, Jenevieve hosted a private event Thursday night at Kiss…
A former NFL cornerback who earned more than $40 million during his football career has been accused of defrauding women out of hundreds of thousands of dollars through dating apps, according to Georgia authorities. Darryl “Buster” Skrine, 36, was arrested Wednesday in Roswell, Ga., and charged with 18 counts that include deposit account fraud, identity…
Independent artist Rian Wyld is scheduled to appear on VPR Radio today at 11 a.m. with DJ FMI and Qiana the Goddess. Wyld is expected to discuss her public feud with producer Timbaland, her path in music, and her next steps as a performer. The conflict began after Timbaland promoted his AI-based BeatClub platform and…
Shaggy and Dillon Francis will headline the Heineken Silver Stage at the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix, scheduled for Nov. 20-22. The lineup also features Jazzy, BANDABBA, Awakening, and Jabbawockeez, with more acts to be announced. All 20 Formula 1 drivers will join fans for live Q&A sessions and autograph signings during the…
Jessica Chastain takes the lead in the upcoming Apple TV+ series “The Savant,” set to premiere September 26. The show follows Jodi, a suburban mother by day who becomes a digital detective by night, exploring the darkest corners of the internet. Chastain portrays the duality of her life as she balances family responsibilities with uncovering…