The 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” is heating up with a newly announced lineup of presenters and performers. Hip Hop powerhouses Snoop Dogg and T.I. alongside R&B superstar Monica are set to present. Five-time Grammy Award-winner and global icon Lil Wayne and Grammy Award-nominatedRapper Cordae joins previously announced performers including 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Burna Boy … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg, T.I., Monica, Cordae, G Herbo and Trae Tha Truth Added to the Star-studded Lineup Participants and Presenters at the 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” Oct. 27
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Haitian Artist BélO Wins Grand Prize In Prestigious 2020 Unsigned Only Music Competition
The winners of the US-based Unsigned Only Music Competition were announced and the overall 2020 Grand Prize has been awarded to the Haitian world music artist Jean Belony Murat, known as BélO. He is also the winner of Fandemonium, Unsigned Only’s online public vote. Established in 2012, Unsigned Only has become known as the leading music competition honoring international … [Read more...] about Haitian Artist BélO Wins Grand Prize In Prestigious 2020 Unsigned Only Music Competition
“Thrive II: This Is What It Takes” Releases Trailer in 15 Languages for Sequel to One of the Top Watched Documentaries of All Time
THRIVE: What on Earth Will it Take? is one of the most widely viewed documentaries in history with over 90 million views across 27 different languages. Released in November 2011, the unconventional documentary lifted the veil on what is truly happening in our world by uncovering the global consolidation of power in nearly every aspect of our lives. THRIVE I connected … [Read more...] about “Thrive II: This Is What It Takes” Releases Trailer in 15 Languages for Sequel to One of the Top Watched Documentaries of All Time
Indie Thriller “The Journeyman” Racks Up Indie Awards for Premiere
Peter Babakitis’ “The Journeyman” wins Best Feature Thriller at the Austria International Film Festival 2020. In this head-spinning cyber-thriller, a rogue corporate spy and a beautiful and mysterious activist join forces to expose massive banking fraud in the Eurozone - risking their lives in the process as they evade and battle the assassins that are on their trail. It all … [Read more...] about Indie Thriller “The Journeyman” Racks Up Indie Awards for Premiere
Twin Cities Film Fest Announces 2020 Hybrid Film Fest & New Diversity Series Presented In Partnership With VumaTV
The Twin Cities Film Fest (TCFF) is pleased to announce that VumaTV, the only global streaming platform focused on unifying cultures through unique, diverse premium content, will be the official presenting sponsor of the 11th Annual Twin Cities Film Fest 2020. This year's festival, October 22nd through October 31st, will be presented in a hybrid model - virtual and in-theatre, … [Read more...] about Twin Cities Film Fest Announces 2020 Hybrid Film Fest & New Diversity Series Presented In Partnership With VumaTV
Tia Mowry, George Lopez, Loni Love, Dondré Whitfield, and More Mark a Sizzling Lineup This July on the Hit Talk Show “Money Making Conversations,” Hosted by Rushion McDonald
Two-time EMMY-winning producer, social media influencer, entrepreneur, and branding guru Rushion McDonald has a sizzling summer lineup of award-winning entertainment leaders, leading experts, powerhouse industry moguls, authors, and activists this month on his popular podcast and syndicated radio talk show "Money Making Conversations." Packed with laughs, inspiring … [Read more...] about Tia Mowry, George Lopez, Loni Love, Dondré Whitfield, and More Mark a Sizzling Lineup This July on the Hit Talk Show “Money Making Conversations,” Hosted by Rushion McDonald
10th Anniversary of Israeli Attack on the Mavi Marmara (Gaza Freedom Flotilla); Live Online Discussion With Filmmaker lara Lee May 30, 2020
On May 31, 2010, filmmaker Iara Lee (director of the Cultures of Resistance Network) was on the Mavi Marmara, part of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, when the boat was attacked by Israeli military forces. The flotilla was an effort to bring humanitarian aid to the illegally blockaded Gaza Strip, and the largest boat in the flotilla was the Mavi Marmara. In the early morning … [Read more...] about 10th Anniversary of Israeli Attack on the Mavi Marmara (Gaza Freedom Flotilla); Live Online Discussion With Filmmaker lara Lee May 30, 2020
“1 Angry Black Man” Film to be Released June 5 on VOD
“VOD Movies to Watch This Summer”: Soulidifly Productions, in partnership with Freestyle Digital Media, will release the feature-length film 1 Angry Black Man, available to audiences everywhere on DVD and on-demand starting June 5, 2020. View the trailer here: Brief Synopsis: 1 Angry Black Man tells the story of Mike Anderson, a senior at a New England liberal arts … [Read more...] about “1 Angry Black Man” Film to be Released June 5 on VOD
“The Q Agenda” Returns to LATV Networks for Pride 2020
LATV Networks will premiere season 3 of its weekly Latinx LGBTQ+ talk show The Q Agenda Thursday, June 4, at 8:30 p.m. ET/9 p.m. PT. The series, produced at LATV Studios, is hosted by actress and trans activist Juliana Joel, comedian Lianna Carrera, celebrity makeup artist and entrepreneur Victor Ramos and actor, host and reality TV personality Enrique Sapene, … [Read more...] about “The Q Agenda” Returns to LATV Networks for Pride 2020
The Redford Center to Distribute Funds to Environmental Filmmakers
The Redford Center, a non-profit environmental media organization that accelerates environmental and climate justice, solutions and repair, announced today it will run its environmental Grants program as planned and open the call for proposals today. “Independent artists and filmmakers, particularly those working in documentary, are facing dramatic shifts to the industry and … [Read more...] about The Redford Center to Distribute Funds to Environmental Filmmakers