Vanessa Williams co-hosts with John Stamos a special 40th anniversary presentation of "A Capitol Fourth" on PBS, Saturday, July 4, 2020 from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. ET. Credit: Rod Spicer Capital Concerts announced today the 40th anniversary presentation of A CAPITOL FOURTH, the national July 4th TV tradition on PBS. This year's show is co-hosted by two-time Emmy Award-nominated … [Read more...] about PBS’ National July 4th TV Tradition, A CAPITOL FOURTH, Returns for a Special 40th Anniversary Presentation Hosted by John Stamos and Vanessa Williams
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Grammy Award-Nominated Singer Natasha Bedingfield Shares New Song and Video for “Together in This” From Animated Feature Film, “Jungle Beat: The Movie”
Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter Natasha Bedingfield has recorded a brand-new song entitled "Together in This" for the animated feature, Jungle Beat: The Movie, out today. The song is the official end title track for the film. A Sandcastle Studios production made in collaboration with Sunrise Productions, Jungle Beat: The Movie recently … [Read more...] about Grammy Award-Nominated Singer Natasha Bedingfield Shares New Song and Video for “Together in This” From Animated Feature Film, “Jungle Beat: The Movie”
BET Renews Lena Waithe’s Breakout Hit “Twenties” for Season 2 and Announces Season 1 Streaming on Showtime This July
Jonica T. Gibbs as Hattie in Lena Waithe's "Twenties" on BET. (Photo: Business Wire) BET announced the second season pickup of Lena Waithe’s breakout hit “Twenties”, as well as an FYC partnership with Showtime, which will air season one starting July 6th. After premiering to critical acclaim and ranking as the #1 new comedy series on cable for … [Read more...] about BET Renews Lena Waithe’s Breakout Hit “Twenties” for Season 2 and Announces Season 1 Streaming on Showtime This July
Timely Films Reflect the Voices of Our Culture: Virtual Cannes 2020
The Black Emperor of Broadway - Charles S. Gilpin sits on the throne of Eugene O'Neill's stage play Independent filmmakers are empowered with a voice and a platform to not only engage and entertain audiences but also to share stories and experiences that need to be heard. Vision Films (“Vision”) is proud to bring a diverse slate of films from unique and talented … [Read more...] about Timely Films Reflect the Voices of Our Culture: Virtual Cannes 2020
“Coming to Africa” Premieres at the 2020 San Francisco Black Film Festival
"Coming to Africa" crew at the Ghana Movie Awards Coming to Africa premiered this past weekend at the 22nd annual San Francisco Black Film Festival. Utilizing a virtual format, the festival screened over 200 films between Thursday and Sunday. The movie is the fourth feature film by Anwar Jamison, a Memphis-based filmmaker. In the film, Khalil Kain, most known for his … [Read more...] about “Coming to Africa” Premieres at the 2020 San Francisco Black Film Festival
MagellanTV, Documentary Streaming Service, Announces “Travel the World From Home”
[PRNewsfoto/MagellanTV] MagellanTV, a global ad-free streaming video subscription service, is bringing the world to your living room with a new series of over 50 premium documentaries to delight, excite and satisfy the inner travel bug that has been suppressed for too long. Just as the U.S. starts to open back up, it's time to spread your wings with engaging playlists … [Read more...] about MagellanTV, Documentary Streaming Service, Announces “Travel the World From Home”
Juneteenth Virtual Performance of Mzuri Aimbaye’s Play “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story” June 19, 2020
Joy Reid, Host of MSNBC's AM Joy, will provide a special introduction and Mary Pat Hector, nationally recognized youth activist, will moderate a panel discussion after the performance The murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and George Floyd have sparked global protests, elicited calls for record voter turnout in the 2020 Elections, and amplified the voices of a new … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Virtual Performance of Mzuri Aimbaye’s Play “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story” June 19, 2020
New Black Anime Website Launches
Black Streak Entertainment launches a new website with black anime characters as the stars. Over the past decade, anime has become a sweeping sensation in the United States, especially in the African American community. This has sparked a desire for more black anime characters to be seen and for their stories to be told in the visually captivating art style that originated … [Read more...] about New Black Anime Website Launches
Gospel, R&B Artists to Lend Voices for World Sickle Cell Day Livestream on June 18 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Erica Campbell, Marsha Ambrosius, MAJOR., and more to join 'Inspired: Together #forStJude' Several gospel and R&B artists are lending their voices for a livestream on World Sickle Cell Day to raise awareness and support for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Called 'Inspired: Together #forStJude,' the event will take place from 6-8 p.m. ET, on Thursday, June 18, on … [Read more...] about Gospel, R&B Artists to Lend Voices for World Sickle Cell Day Livestream on June 18 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
International Music Star Alex Boyé Debuts Tribute to Graduates Powerful with New Song “2020 Class (Forever)”
International Music Star Alex Boyé Debuts Tribute to Graduates Powerful with New Song “2020 Class (Forever)” International music star Alex Boyé, who has over one billion views on his YouTube channel, has a new single and video dedicated to the graduates of 2020. The single is free. "2020 Class (Forever)" is a vibrant pop song celebrating this unique graduating … [Read more...] about International Music Star Alex Boyé Debuts Tribute to Graduates Powerful with New Song “2020 Class (Forever)”