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Jan 28 2013

Theatre Review: "Clybourne Park" Humorously Explores Race Relations and Class in America

Recently I had the opportunity to see Clybourne Park, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony-Award winning play by Bruce Norris, which ends its limited run at the San Diego Repertory Theatre Sunday, February 10, 2013. When I first read the storyline, it brought back childhood memories of my own family and being the first African American […]

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Jan 27 2013

Stevie Wonder Wows NAMM 2013 as New Mayor

January 26, Anaheim, CA-Twenty-two time Grammy winning recording artist Stevie Wonder, was in the house day three for the 2013 NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Performing in front of an excited crowd alongside the Mick Hayes Band and T-Cymbals, the musical legend’s impromptu performance explains why Wonder is truly beloved and, in a

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Jan 25 2013

Tito and Jackie Jackson Attend NAMM 2013

Tito and Jackie Jackson of the famous Jackson 5 and, brother’s of the late legendary icon Michael Jackson, attended media day at annual The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM). Tito a bass and electric guitar player is known for his love of blues music and, Jackie Jackson was known as the co-lead singer of

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Jan 24 2013

American Idol's Randy Jackson Receives “Music for Life” Award at NAMM Show

Legendary producer, musician and TV personality awarded NAMM’s highest honor Carlsbad, CA (January 24, 2013) –The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) honors legendary music producer Randy Jackson with its highest honor, the “Music for Life” award. Jackson is recognized for his pervasive influence in the music world, and his longtime encouragement of budding

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Jan 24 2013

"Scandal" Star Kerry Washington to Receive President's Award at '44th NAACP Image Awards'

LOS ANGELES, CA (January 18, 2013) – Kerry Washington will be presented with the NAACP President’s Award at the 44th NAACP IMAGE AWARDS, broadcast live from 8-10 p.m. ET (PT tape-delayed) on Feb. 1 on NBC, it was announced today by the NAACP. The NAACP President’s Award, chosen by NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous,

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Jan 23 2013

Pastor Taffi Dollar Hosts "Morning Glory' Breakfast Reception for 2012 Stellar Award Nominees

On Saturday, January 19, ASCAPs Rhythm & Soul team presented the 3rd Annual “Morning Glory’ Breakfast Reception for this year’s Stellar Award Nominees. The 28th Stellar Awards is an annual event, honoring Gospel Music artists, writers and industry professionals for their contributions to the Gospel Music industry. The 3rd Annual ASCAP breakfast reception honored this year’s

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Jan 22 2013

Highlights of President Obama's 2nd Inaugural Address

The slightly warmer weather at this Presidential Inauguration seemed to reflect the welcoming sentiment of the enormous crowd gathered on the Mall to see their President begin his second term in office. There is no doubt that President Obama and his beautiful family were the highlight of the proceeding, but another key feature of the

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Jan 17 2013

The Blackhouse® Foundation returns to Park City during 2013 Sundance Film Festival

Leading entertainment industry non-profit hosts educational and community building events directed to African-American film community Via Press Release (Los Angeles, CA) January 16, 2013- The Blackhouse® Foundation returns to Park City with a host of exciting events from January 18-22, 2013 based at 804 Main St Park City, UT 84060 and open

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Jan 15 2013

TV ONE Announces Live Coverage of The 2013 Presidential Inauguration with "Washington Watch with Roland Martin

TV ONE ANNOUNCES COVERAGE OF THE 2013 PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION WITH LIVE THREE-HOUR SPECIAL EDITION OF ‘WASHINGTON WATCH WITH ROLAND MARTIN’ Host Roland Martin Anchors Coverage with Commentary from Angela Rye, Dr. Chris Metzler and Alfredas Via Press Release SILVER SPRING, MD, JANUARY 15, 2013 ― TV One, which entertains, informs and inspires Black adult viewers, has

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Jan 14 2013

Soul Food or Death Food: PBS Premiere "Soul Food Junkies"

Buttered biscuits, bacon, collard greens seasoned with ham hocks, fried pork chops, macaroni and cheese, deep-fried chicken, fried fish, barbecue chicken and ribs, candied yams coated with cinnamon and brown sugar; all taste so good makes you want to slap yo mama! Figuratively speaking that is! On January 14, premiering on PBS is the film

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