Naughty by Nature Tour Continues


Naughty by Nature To Perform Remaining Confirmed Shows on the 20 Years of “Hip Hop Hooray” Tour with All Three Members.

Despite the current controversy in regards to the future of Naughty by Nature, all previously confirmed tour dates will go on as scheduled. Treach, Vin Rock and Kay Gee will perform at these shows.

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New Music Seminar: Building The $100 Billion Music Business- Join The Discussion June 9-11 NYC


BUILDING THE 100 BILLION DOLLAR MUSIC BUSINESS AT THE NEW MUSIC SEMINAR

“It’s not just about stopping piracy, it’s about building a $100 billion business” – Tom Silverman

Join NMS on June 9-11 at New Yorker Hotel

 

(New York, NY May 20, 2013)- New Music Seminar is back on June 9-11 in New York City, ready to tackle the challenge of building the 100 billion dollar music business.

 

Earlier this year, NMS Founder and Executive Director Tom Silverman hosted the “Building the $100 Billion Music Business,” panel at Midem bringing together executives from Samsung, Spotify, YouTube and Sony Music to address the issues and potentials concerning the interplay between new technology platforms and the music industry. That panel started the conversation for the more intensive discussions that will take place at NMS 2013. 150 music industry visionaries and leaders including Atlantic Records Chairman & CEO, Craig Kallman; Spotify VP of US Ad Sales, Brian Benedik; Virgin Records COO, Ron Fair; SoundExchange President Michael Huppe; RCA President, Tom Corson; The Windish Agency President, Tom Windish; Glassnote Records Founder & President, Daniel Glass; Pledge Music Founder & CEO Benji Rogers; and Fox Rothschild LLP Partner, Michael Reinert will gather to explore the new and developing ways in which the record business can work with technology and digital services to create revenue growth for both industries.

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Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival Announces Media Partnership with Mass Appeal


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Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival Announces Media Partnership with Mass Appeal

Includes original content featuring Brooklyn and the faces behind BHF.

Brooklyn, NY May 20, 2013
The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival is proud to announce its partnering with Mass Appeal. Acting as both Media and Creative Partners, Mass Appeal will collaborate with the 9th annual event to produce Brooklyn-centric web series, limited edition festival merchandise, a unique live experience and more.

 

 photo MAlogo414x191_zpsfc6f516d.pngMass Appeal was founded in 1996 by then-graffiti writers Sire and Stren, as a ‘zine dedicated to the culture and lifestyle that inspired them; Hip-Hop. The magazine’s name was derived from the infamous Gangstarr song, and found their roots in Brooklyn on the same block that Notorious BIG grew up on. Read more of this post

The Gospel Music Association Announces Return of the Legendary GMA Dove Awards to Nashville, TN, October 15, 2013


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The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announced today the return of the legendary GMA Dove Awards to Music City for its 44th year of honors. For the first time in Dove Awards history, Gospel music’s biggest night will take place in the fall. This year’s show is on Tuesday, October 15, 2013, at 8 p.m. EDT, at Allen Arena on the campus of Nashville’s historic Lipscomb University and will be nationally televised on GMC TV.

The bold move from spring to fall was an intentional shift by the Gospel Music Association to make this year’s esteemed event an unforgettable celebration of the message and artistry that defines the Gospel/Christian genre leading into the industry’s most significant retail sales season. “The GMA Dove Awards has a tradition of bringing our music community together to celebrate God’s goodness as a family and raising awareness for Christian and Gospel music,” says GMA Executive Director Jackie Patillo. The memorable evening will celebrate the impact Gospel music is making in the lives of countless listeners around the world through story and song. “This year we will not only pay tribute to the music and its makers, but we will shine a light on those who have experienced the music as a lifeline,” says Patillo. Read more of this post

Zoe Saldana Talks ‘Star Trek’ and More at NYC Q&A


ZOE SALDANA TALKS ‘STAR TREK’

AND MORE AT NYC Q&A

(NEW YORK) – May 17, 2013 – Yesterday, Paramount Pictures hosted an intimate NYC reception and screening of Star Trek Into Darkness followed by a Q&A with actress Zoe Saldana. Moderated by ARISE TV’s Lola Ogunnaike, the Q&A featured a relaxed and gracious Zoe who dished on everything from consulting with Nichelle Nichols – the original “Uhura” – before taking on the role (“She just told me to do my thing”) to the meaning of success. ”I don’t want to be celebrated. I want to be respected,” she maintained. “When that happens, I feel humbled.”

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ANN NESBY’S “THROUGH WITH YOU” MAKING A SPLASH AT RADIO!


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LEGENDARY ARTIST

ANN NESBY

IS BACK WITH HIT SINGLE

“THROUGH WITH YOU

 

Atlanta, GA (May 14, 2013) – Arrow Records is pleased and excited to announce that multi-GRAMMY Award winning recording artist Ann Nesby’s brand new single “Through with You” was recently radio’s #1 Most Added song in the Urban Adult Contemporary format, according to Radio & Records. Read more of this post

SHAWN “PECAS” COSTNER PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, DEF JAM RECORDINGS


Image Hosted by ImageShack.usIsland Def Jam Music Group (IDJMG) expands the strength of its executive management team with the promotion of Shawn “Pecas” Costner to Executive Vice President, Def Jam Recordings, it was announced today by Steve Bartels, President/COO, IDJMG.  In his new post, Pecas will help lock in and coordinate all frontline activities for the Def Jam label.  He will also be responsible for directly helping connect the artists with their plans of release, nurturing new signings, as well as directing the cultural and iconic label forward into  new platforms.  Mr. Costner, who is based in New York, will report directly to Mr. Bartels.

“I am thrilled to announce this well  deserved promotion,” said Mr. Bartels.  “I have worked with Pecas for many years and  have watched him grow significantly over that time.  I look to Pecas for applying  his energy and deep artist relationships towards helping us drive Def Jam on the path to continued greatness.” Read more of this post

Doug E. Fresh Joins the WBLS Family as Host of His own Classic Hip Hop Show


Doug E.Fans of rap Icon and beat box legend Doug E. Fresh will soon be able to catch him as he rides the air waves on his new WBLS Radio show; getting his brilliant spin on classic Hip Hop as well social and political topics which plague urban communities. The rapper, record producer, and  legend extraordinaire is hands down the pioneer of the beat boxing phenomena. Fresh’s ability to take rap and Hip Hop listeners to new levels with his lyrical dexterity is just one of the many reasons his new radio show will resonate with music lovers. Doug E Fresh’s classic hip hop radio program aptly entitled “The Show”  will air every Saturday morning from 9am-11am.

 

Fresh’s hits “The Show” and “La-Di-Da-Di” are no doubt Hip Hop classics themselves and forever stand at the foundation of the genre itself; which is why Fresh seems to remain timely in his industry presence.

When  rap group Cali Swag District introduced a song giving credit to Fresh for the popular new dance “The Dougie” based on his trademark dance moves – “Teach Me How to Dougie” became not just a tribute but a new craze. Fresh has performed with Cali Swag District at the BET Awards Pre-show, on ESPN ‘First Take’ discussing the Dougie as a sports celebration, and even appeared at the Soul Train Awards teaching the dance to CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer.

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GREENSLEEVES RELEASES LATEST INSTALLMENT OF DANCEHALL ANTHEMS RAGGA RAGGA RAGGA 2013 OUT MAY 28


 On May 28, Greensleeves is back with Ragga Ragga Ragga 2013, the go-to album to find the hottest hardcore dancehall anthems running the streets.  This annual compilation has earned its stripes worldwide by consistently providing the season’s breaking hits. This year is no different.

The hallmark series offers club bangers that have already begun to make waves in the streets from the genre’s most exciting artists including rising star Konshens’ “So Mi Tan” and “Gyal Sidung” (featuring Darrio), promising newcomer Popcaan’s “Party Non Stop” and dancehall goth don Tommy Lee Sparta’s “Run Out.” Gully god Mavado also graces the listeners with three standout tracks  ­­– “It Ain’t Eassy,” “Box of Money” and “At The Top.”

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KATCHAFIRE’S GREATEST HITS ALBUM BEST SO FAR AVAILABLE NOW ONLINE AND IN STORES NEXT WEEK MAY 21


New Zealand Reggae Rockers Tour U.S. Until End of Month

New Zealand reggae band Katchafire’s greatest hits collection Best So Far will be in stores next week (May 21) on VP/Greensleeves. Right now, the album is available online only.

Amidst their U.S. tour, the seven-piece outfit heads to Texas this week and will continue west. Their final stop will be the Monterrey California Roots Festival on May 26. For the most up-to-date tour schedule, please visit www.facebook.com/katchafireband.

From their humble beginnings in the late ’90s as a Bob Marley tribute band to one of New Zealand’s and the South Pacific’s most popular groups today, Katchafire have created a timeless hit-filled repertoire during this short time span. The band has carefully selected 16 of these must have tracks on their upcoming album Best So Far.  The impressive best of collection will feature Katchafire’s breakthrough hits from their groundbreaking 2003 debut Revival - including “Get Away,” “Who You With” and “Giddy Up” (2003′s highest selling single in New Zealand) – all of which landed in the Top 10 of New Zealand’s Top 40 Singles Chart. Best So Far will also highlight the group’s most cherished tunes from their remaining independently-released albums, like “Frisk Me Down” off of 2005′s Slow Burning,  ”Working” and the title track from 2007′s Say What You’re Thinking as well as “Sweet As” and “Groove Again” off of 2010′s On The Road Again. Read more of this post

SOCA GOLD 2013 TURNS UP THE HEAT THIS SEASON WITH ITS AWARD-WINNING CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL ANTHEMS OUT NEXT WEEK (MAY 21) ON VP RECORDS


For almost two decades, VP Records has been bringing the annual Soca Gold series to the masses. The top-selling compilation has been the ultimate carnival soundtrack from Caribbean islands. On May 21, Soca Gold 2013 will unleash the genre’s freshest party anthems including one of Trinidad & Tobago’s biggest tunes of the year with Bunji Garlin’s “Differentology,” plus 2013 Soca Monarch and Road March winner Super Blue’s “Fantastic Friday,” Groovy Soca Monarch 2013 runner-up Iwer George’s “Bubble” and a scorcher from one most sought-after soca acts, with KES’ “Thief A Wine.”

Soca Gold 2013 also contains a DVD filled with electrifying live performances from this year’s Trinidad & Tobago Carnival, steamy soca music videos and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage with the album cover model Jennifer Skye.

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THE BLING RING MOVIE SOUNDTRACK TO BE RELEASED JUNE 11th BY DEF JAM RECORDINGS


THE BLING RING MOVIE SOUNDTRACK TO BE RELEASED JUNE 11th BY DEF JAM RECORDINGS

 

NEW MOVIE, DIRECTED BY SOFIA COPPOLA, WILL SHOWCASE AT CANNES FILM FESTIVAL ON MAY 16th, WITH U.S. THEATRICAL ROLL OUT TO BEGIN ON JUNE 14th

 

SOUNDTRACK MIX OF HIP-HOP, KRAUT-ROCK AND ELECTRONICA TO FEATURE KANYE WEST, FRANK OCEAN, 2 CHAINZ, RICK ROSS, PHOENIX, SLEIGH BELLS, M.I.A., AZEALIA BANKS, DEADMAU5, CAN, KLAUS SCHULTZE, ONEOHTRIX POINT NEVER, AND MUCH MORE !

 

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            (May16, 2013 – New York, NY)  Def Jam Recordings will release the original motion picture soundtrack for THE BLING RING, director Sofia Coppola’s hotly anticipated film about a ragtag crew of young social media misfits in Los Angeles who tracked top-tier celebrities online when they were away-from-home, in order to pull off high stakes robberies of their posh digs in their absences.

OWN Previews New Scripted Tyler Perry Shows in Atlanta


OWN PREVIEWS NEW SCRIPTED
TYLER PERRY SHOWS IN ATLANTA

l-r: ‘The Haves and The Have Nots’ cast Crystal Fox, Renee Lawless, John Schneider, and Tika Sumpter with ‘Love Thy Neighbor’ cast Patrice Lovely, Kendra C. Johnson and Palmer Williams
 

(ATLANTA) May 16, 2013 – On Tuesday, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network hosted a preview party at Bar One in Atlanta for their two new scripted series: Tyler Perry’s “The Haves and The Have Nots” and “Love Thy Neighbor.” Fans, friends and family packed the chic venue to get a sneak peek of the much-anticipated shows and to hobnob with the cast. Tika Sumpter, John Schneider, Crystal Fox and Renee Lawless were on hand to represent “The Haves and The Have Nots,” while Patrice Lovely, Palmer Williams and Kendra C. Johnson greeted fans on behalf of “Love Thy Neighbor.” After clips from the two shows were screened, the cast answered questions from the crowd. “We are so excited to be a part of this journey with OWN and Tyler Perry,” said Patrice Lovely. “This experience – from filming to meeting Oprah — has been amazing!” added Crystal Fox. Read more of this post

Notable Radio Producer Announces Bold New Brand!


The Production King Claims His Throne with a New Brand and Website ”BBTheKingCreative”
World Renowned Radio Producer Benjamin Burnside Announces His Bold New Direction

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Washington, D.C., May 7, 2013 - Benjamin Burnside notably known as “The King” and one of the most exciting producers in radio, announced the launch of his new venture: “BBTheKingCreative” and new website “BBTheKingCreative.com.”  The website features industry news, personal info, podcasts, tutorials, voices for hire and so much more.

(Sun June 30) Groovin In The Park R&B and Reggae Fest ft. Tyrese, Ginuwine & Tank, Toots, Barrington Levy, Queen Ifrica & Cocoa Tea


GROOVIN IN THE PARK 2013 ANNOUNCED FOR  SUN. JUNE 30 AT ROY WILKINS PARK

NYC’s Annual R&B and Reggae Festival Will Feature Performances by Toots & The Maytals, Barrington Levy, Cocoa Tea, Queen Ifrica and TGT (Tyrese, Ginuwine and Tank) 

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Black Enterprise Magazine Names Walton Isaacson “Advertising Agency of the Year” for 2013


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WI’s bold re-definition of the traditional agency model has recently included the overall creation and production of NAACP Image Award nominee, “Verses and Flow” for Lexus and TV One; entertainer Kevin Hart’s award-winning Verizon holiday-themed digital and social-media campaign; the breakthrough “A Whole New Blue” General Market advertising campaign for the Los Angeles Dodgers; and music superstar Kelly Rowland’s interactive “Courvoisiology” club tour. -

(BLACK PR WIRE) – LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Walton Isaacson (waltonisaacson.com) has been named “2013 Advertising Agency of the Year” by Black Enterprise magazine. The award will be officially presented on May 17, 2013, at the B.E. 100s Awards Dinner Gala during the 2013 Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference at the Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. Walton Isaacson (WI) leapt from eighth to second place in B.E.’s most recent ranking of the most successful Black-owned advertising agencies in the United States.
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New Orlean’s Rapper Crix Green is “Keepin It Ben Franklin” with New Mixtape Release


New Orlean’s Rapper  

Crix Green  

is “Keepin It Ben Franklin”

with New Mixtape Release

 

New Orleans – Like a leaf on a barren branch, Crix Green emerges and has defiantly thrown his crown in the hip hop ring of champion spitters. Virgin Island born, but dirty south bred in New Orleans, this contender plans to not only knock out the competition, but stomp all over them.   His newly released mixtape, “Keepin It Ben Franklin,” hosted by DJ Scream, from his Clear Vision Entertainment label, has already put naysayers on alert, because like the title of his single release, “I’m On It,” Crix Green is all over it, under it and through it. Read more of this post

Karen Clark Sheard Hosts International Summit for Women


Gospel Music Legend and First Lady Karen Clark Sheard Hosts International Summit for

Women in Church Leadership

 

Ladies 1st “A Celebration of Women” Inaugural Annual International Summit Will Be Held September 18-21 in Virginia Beach, VA

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New News on Motown Gospel Recording Artist Tasha Cobbs


 

Motown Gospel Recording Artist Tasha Cobbs’

Album Grace Moves to #4 on

Billboard‘s Top Gospel Albums Chart

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Reggae Dub Poet Yasus Afari Releases New Album, Public Secret, on June 11, 2013 from FOX FUSE


REGGAE DUB POET YASUS AFARI
RELESES NEW ALBUM,
PUBLIC SECRET
Album Available Worldwide on June 11, 2013 from FOX FUSE

 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 2, 2013

New York, NY (FOX FUSE) – Jamaican reggae artist and dub poet virtuoso Yasus Afari brings his eclectic and celebrated brand of Caribbean music to the masses with his new album Public Secret, set for a worldwide release on June 11, 2013 from FOX FUSE. Afari is hailed as one of reggae music’s leading lyricists and one of the world’s most prolific dub poets, who consistently delivers with witty, creative and cleverly articulated content. Public Secret, his 8th studio effort, stays true to form and is destined to defy and redefine reggae dub poetry. Read more of this post

New Free LP: Marco Polo “Newport Authority 2″


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The Newport Authority 2 album was inspired by politics & industry bullsh*t that prevented this material from being included on my upcoming LP PA2: The Director’s Cut.  Shylow and I went in and created a separate album to hold people over until PA2 drops in July.  Attached with Intro, interludes and fully mixed & mastered by Joe Nardone.  With confidence I can say this is not a mixtape.  It will also be available on vinyl LP via Fat Beats for the heads that appreciate physical product, because I still do.  I’ve included songs I recorded with legends such as Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Tragedy Khadafi, Lil Fame and The Artifacts. But, I’ve also got joints on here with some talented up and comers such as First Division, MidaZ and Big Gutta.  Plus the sh*t is free – so enjoy!”-Marco Polo

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FLO RIDA, PLEASURE P & RAPHAEL SAADIQ CELEBRATE SUNSET DE MAYO


FLO RIDA, PLEASURE P and RAPHAEL SAADIQ CELEBRATE SUNSET DE MAYO

MALIBU RED and the Sunset Lounge Collective host the largest

Cinco De Mayo Event in Atlanta

Photo Caption: Pleasure P, Flo Rida, Adrian Marcel, Gorilla Zoe Photo Credit: Tami Reed, TalkingwithTami.com
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FAST & FURIOUS 6: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK TO BE RELEASED MAY 21st BY DEF JAM RECORDINGS


FAST & FURIOUS 6: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK TO BE RELEASED MAY 21st BY DEF JAM RECORDINGS

SOUNDTRACK INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE CUTS FROM DEF JAM’S LUDACRIS (“REST OF MY LIFE” FEATURING USHER & DAVID GUETTA), AND 2 CHAINZ (“WE OWN IT (FAST & FURIOUS)” WITH WIZ KHALIFA)

FAST & FURIOUS 6 MOVIE OPENS NATIONWIDE ON MAY 24th

MOVIE CO-STAR LUDACRIS SETS TV APPEARANCES ON THE TODAY SHOW (MAY 6th) ELLEN (MAY 21st), CHELSEA LATELY (MAY 22nd), AND JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! (MAY 22nd)

SOUNDTRACK MIX OF HIP-HOP AND EDM ALSO FEATURES T.I., SUA, MC JIN, DEADMAU5, BENNY BANKS, PEACHES, THE CRYSTAL METHOD, AND MORE !

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(May 6, 2013 – New York, NY)  With an album highlighted by exclusive tracks from Def Jam stars Ludacris (who also makes his latest co-starring appearance in the film series) and 2 Chainz, Def Jam Recordings will release FAST & FURIOUS 6: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK, an exciting new collection of hip-hop and EDM tracks set to arrive in stores on May 21st, preorder available on iTunes May 14th. The album opens with  2 Chainz and Wiz Khalifa’s “We Own It (Fast & Furious)” and closes with Ludacris’ “Rest Of My Life” (featuring Usher and David Guetta). Read more of this post

MARIAH CAREY LAUNCHES NEW SINGLE “#BEAUTIFUL” FEATURING MIGUEL!!!


MARIAH CAREY LAUNCHES NEW SINGLE “#BEAUTIFUL” FEATURING MIGUEL!!!

 

LEAD TRACK FROM NEW ALBUM DUE THIS SUMMER ON ISLAND DEF JAM !

 

“#BEAUTIFUL” VIDEO PREMIERES ON AMERICAN IDOL MAY 8th  !

 

MARIAH TO KICK OFF GOOD MORNING AMERICA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES LIVE FROM CENTRAL PARK, MAY 24th !

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Deborah Cox to Play Final Performance on Broadway…Cox to Record New Album and Resume International and National Concert Dates


Deborah Cox to Play Final Performance

of Broadway’s

JEKYLL & HYDE

Sunday, May 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Cox to Record New Album and

Resume International and National

Concert Dates This Summer

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Motown Gospel Signs Celebrated Artist and Worship Leader Micah Stampley


MOTOWN GOSPEL SIGNS CELEBRATED ARTIST AND WORSHIP LEADER MICAH STAMPLEY

New Studio Album Set For Release Winter 2013

                                                                                                               Project Features Gospel Legends Karen Clark-Sheard and Donnie McClurkin
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NASHVILLE, TN (May 2, 2013)– Motown Gospel is pleased to announce the signing of celebrated artist Micah Stampley. Known for his worship-filled style and stunning vocal range, the Atlanta-based singer/songwriter came to national prominence in 2005 with the release of the critically-acclaimed album The Song Book of Micah. That project, which was released on Bishop T.D. Jakes’ Dexterity Sounds/EMI Gospel label, featured the instant smash, now classic anthem “Take My Life.” Read more of this post

Superstar lineup Kevin Hart, John Legend, Charlie Wilson, Deion Sanders and KEM join The Steve Harvey Morning Show next week!


SUPERSTAR CELEBRITIES CHARLIE WILSON, KEVIN HART, KEM, JOHN LEGEND, AND DEION SANDERS TAKE OVER THE STEVE HARVEY MORNING SHOW, FOR A WEEK OF LAUGHS, INSPIRATION AND MORE MAY 6TH – 10TH

Wilson, Hart, KEM, Legend and Sanders Guest Host The Steve Harvey Morning Show Joining Shirley Strawberry, Nephew Tommy, Carla Ferrell, Junior and Sheryl Underwood  

 

Steve Harvey Just Announced as Double Nominee for Daytime Emmy Awards as Outstanding Game Show Host and Outstanding Talk Show Host  

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ATLANTA, GA (May 2, 2013) – Monday May 6th, will kick off a week of superstar celebrities taking over The Steve Harvey Morning Show broadcast, for a blowout week of radio with The Steve Harvey Morning Show’s Shirley Strawberry, Nephew Tommy, Carla Ferrell, Junior and Sheryl Underwood.  While Steve Harvey – who was just named a double Daytime Emmy nominee in two categories for outstanding hosting on Steve Harvey and Family Feud – is away on vacation, the worlds of entertainment, music and sports take over the airwaves when Charlie Wilson, Kevin Hart, KEM, John Legend and Deion Sanders join the #1 rated show as special guest hosts.  For mornings filled with laughs, inspiration, interviews and more, starting Monday May 6th from 6 – 10 am EST, listeners will hear Charlie Wilson as guest host, followed by Kevin Hart on Tuesday May 7th, KEM on Wednesday May 8th, John Legend on Thursday May 9th, wrapping with Deion Sanders on Friday, May 10th. Read more of this post

Jonathan Nelson Finish Strong at #1 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums Chart


Jonathan Nelson Finish Strong at #1 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums Chart

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(Detroit, MI – May 1, 2013) – Karew recording artist Jonathan Nelson may intend to finish strong, but he also started out strong with a #1 debut on Billboard’s Top Gospel Album chart.  The album titled Finish Strong also entered at #2 on iTunes’ Top Selling Christian/Gospel Albums chart.

Finish Strong is Nelson’s first recording on Karew Records, distributed by Motown Gospel. This week, the album’s title single jumps to #21 on Billboard’s Hot Gospel Songs chart with the #1 most increased spins (+125) and the #1 most increased in audience (+395,000) at gospel radio.  “God is truly amazing,” says Nelson. “I’m super amped, grateful and excited that my faithful supporters, Karew family, and fellow artists have helped me to earn my first #1 Gospel Billboard charting CD.  Thank you so much. I will finish strong. Many blessings to you all.” Read more of this post

Arrow Global Entertainment Hosts Performing Arts Camp for Atlanta Youth!


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ARROW GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT

TO KICK OFF ITS 

1ST ANNUAL XTREME PERFORMING ARTS SUMMER CAMP

Program seeks to help develop youth into the superstar entertainers and professionals of tomorrow.

Atlanta, GA (May 1, 2013) – Arrow Global Entertainment is excited to announce its 1st  Annual Xtreme PerformanceArts Summer Camp taking place this summer. Created through the partnership of SESAC and platinum recording artist Sammie’s non-profit organization, Sammie’s Youth Foundation, the camp aims to educate and inspire Atlanta-area youth through singing, songwriting, dancing, and recording arts instruction.  The program will also include fitness classes, field trips to regional points of interest, celebrity guest appearances, and camp participation from Sammie, Dondria, and Jacob Latimore.

The Xtreme Camp’s programs are specifically designed to aid young people who are interested in the arts to hone and broaden their skills and give them the tools they need to pursue careers in their chosen fields.  This initiative also seeks to empower its students by exposing them to positive role models and experiences.  Arrow’s executive general manager, Cappriccieo Scates, says, “The camp gives us an opportunity to positively impact the future of music, which is our overall goal.” Read more of this post

BISHOP LARRY TROTTER ANNOUNCES HE HAS PROSTATE CANCER


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Chicago, IL (Tuesday, April 30, 2013) —Bishop Larry D. Trotter- Senior Pastor of the Sweet Holy Spirit Church of Chicago- recently announced to his congregation and associate churches that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and will undergo surgery on May 22nd.

The initial diagnosis came during Bishop Trotter’s annual physical in March of 2013 and was confirmed by tests. Doctors have informed Bishop Trotter that the cancer is in its earliest stages and that his prognosis is good.

“Thanks to routine screening this was diagnosed early and I expect a full and speedy recovery,” says Bishop Trotter. Trotter adds, “After reviewing all the options with multiple physicians, I decided to take a proactive approach and have surgery.”

“Additionally, I am encouraged that God will heal me of this as he has done other illnesses in the past. Sweet Holy Spirit Church and friends are fighting with and for me…I KNOW A MAN”. Read more of this post

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