Six-time Grammy winner and Academy Award-winning director Questlove has announced that his next project will be directing a documentary on the iconic music group Earth, Wind & Fire. Widely regarded as one of the most prolific music groups of all time, the documentary will spotlight Earth, Wind & Fire’s cultural significance in music and beyond. […]
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Frankie Beverly, a legendary voice that will forever echo through our cookouts, family reunions, and unforgettable summer nights, has passed away at the age of 77. Known for leading Maze and gifting the world timeless anthems like “Before I Let Go,” Beverly’s music was more than just sound—it was a celebration of Black joy, unity,
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Chicago-based Central City Productions announces additional performers for the 9th Annual Black Music Honors set to take place at the renowned Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, May 18th. Black Music Honors is an annual event that celebrates the illustrious achievements and exceptional contributions of Black music icons. Joining the previously announced honorees are performers: Ceelo Green, Total and 702, MC Lyte, Marsha Ambrosius, Chrisette Michele,
In a celebratory Q&A event held on Tuesday, April 30th at Adanne Bookclub in Brooklyn, NY, to mark the film adaptation of author Robinne Lee’s debut novel “The Idea of You,” Lee, participated in a conversation moderated by fellow author and friend, Tia Williams. Lee has been an actress for over 30 years (you may recall
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We Grown Now, which initially premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival last year, now has its first trailer. Directed and written by Hala director Minhal Baig, the film stars young newcomers Blake Cameron James, Gian Knight Ramirez, alongside S. Epatha Merkerson, with Lil Rel Howery and Jurnee Smollett. The film was nominated for Film Independent Spirit Awards last
Multi-Platinum GRAMMY Award winning global superstar USHER has released the Afrobeats & Amapiano-infused R&B track “Ruin” produced by and featuring Pheelz, his latest single leading up to the highly anticipated release of his ninth studio album, COMING HOME, out on February 9 and available for pre-save HERE. “Ruin” follows the success of “Good Good” featuring 21 Savage and Summer Walker which
day, Warner Bros Discovery released a new featurette for the sequel to the highest-grossing DC film of all time: “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom”, premiering December 22, in theaters. The “Dark Powers Awaken” featurette promises an up-close and personal look at Black Manta’s motivations, his undeniable charisma, and the sheer brilliance behind this complex supervillain.
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Inspired by true events, when a handshake deal goes sour, funeral homeowner Jeremiah O’Keefe (Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones) enlists charismatic, smooth-talking attorney Willie E. Gary (Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx) to save his family business. Tempers flare and laughter ensues as the unlikely pair bond while exposing corporate corruption and racial injustice in
San Diego Jazz at The Creek has a long history featuring a stellar line-up of smooth jazz, gospel and R & B artist on Labor Day weekend. Kirk Whalum will headline the two day series on Saturday, and Norman Brown will close it out on Sunday. We over here at The Chocolate Voice had the
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Renowned singer-songwriter Stokley continues to dazzle the music world as he achieves yet another milestone in his illustrious career. The Grammy-Nominated artist has struck chart gold with his fifth Top Ten single, “Jeopardy: Verbalize,” featuring the iconic rap legend Snoop Dogg. The song has been a sensation on the Billboard & Mediabase Adult R&B Airplay Chart, claiming a prominent position
