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Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Muni Long is facing a lawsuit from her former management team, who allege she failed to pay more than $600,000 in commissions and expenses after breaking off their business relationship. The complaint, filed in Fulton County Superior Court in Georgia, accuses Long—born Priscilla Renea Hamilton—of breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and…
Design Essentials has announced a landmark multi-year pledge of $250,000 to Spelman College, marking a new chapter in the beauty brand’s ongoing investment in Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The commitment will fund scholarships, student initiatives, and programs supporting the next generation of Black women leaders in science and innovation. The announcement came as part…
Halle Bailey joined “The Jennifer Hudson Show” on Thursday, Oct. 23, sharing personal moments from her life, career, and upcoming projects. Bailey reflected on a story about her sister, singer Chlöe Bailey, before describing the nerves she felt singing the national anthem at her first Los Angeles Dodgers game. She said the moment tested her…
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced a $1.5 million settlement with Alba Services, Inc., its owner, Andrew Horan, and affiliated companies for violations of workers’ compensation laws, retaliation against injured employees, and failure to prevent sexual harassment. “For nearly a decade, Alba silenced injured workers, manipulated insurance costs, and allowed a culture of harassment…
Rooted In Rhythm brought together an enthusiastic crowd of music lovers on October 18th, 2025, at District 121, proving that nothing can dampen the spirit of live performance—even a bit of rain. We kicked the day off with the Rodeo Party Bus, which took participants to Rancher Hat Bar and Lane Boots, where exclusive discounts…
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and WHUR 96.3 “Original Quiet Storm” host Raheem DeVaughn is taking his signature sound on the road with the launch of his “20 Lessons of Love Tour,” supported by Gilead Sciences. The national tour began Oct. 12 in Honolulu and will travel across the United States, with stops in major cities…
Rian Wyld will take the stage Saturday, Oct. 18, during the Third Annual Día de los Muertos Celebración on Pratt Street in downtown Hartford. The event runs from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is free to the public. The celebration, powered by Helena’s Casita, The Gentle Bull Shop, griefsense, and Hasta Luego Friend, marks…
Michael D’Angelo Archer, the acclaimed singer-songwriter, producer, and R&B icon known to fans worldwide as D’Angelo, has died at age 51. In a statement from his estate, the family said: “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life… After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are…