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Howard University’s “Showtime” Marching Band and other D.C. public school bands will not perform at 2017 inaugural parade

As the results of our presidential election took a turn for the worse for many people in this country, things have seemed to calm down— for a little while. In the meantime, Howard University’s infamous and legendary marching band has decided not to participate in the upcoming inauguration for president elect Donald Trump. ... Read More...

Our favorites support our historically black colleges: Tyrese, Usher, Future and Jeezy donate to the United Negro College Fund

We already love them for their impeccable artistry, but now we can say we love them for supporting our very own HBCUs! Mainstream entertainers Tyrese Gibson, Usher Raymond, Future and Young Jeezy have each recently donated $25,000 to The United Negro College Fund while at the 33rd annual UNCF Atlanta Mayor’s Masked Ball!!! The men’s donations helped the organization to surpass their goal of $1 million.... Read More...

Lionel Richie to kick off the New Year from Las Vegas with the first performance of 2017 moments after midnight on “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2017”

Turn your television on and bring in the New Year with music legend Lionel Richie! Richie will make a special appearance from his concert in Las Vegas on “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2017.” Richie will be the first performance of 2017, performing his song “All Night Long” immediately following the midnight countdown and Times Square celebration. ... Read More...

Issa Rae of HBO series “Insecure” celebrates Golden Globe nomination

Insecure fans celebrate as our girl Issa Rae gets a well-deserved Golden Globe nomination! Issa, the creator of Youtube series Awkward Black Girl, has turned HBO upside down in a major way while taking viewers on a journey in the day-in-the-life of a black woman just trying to get it right and find her way in a weird, confusing and frustrating world. The self-proclaimed "Awkward Black Girl" was nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy/Musical Series for the hit series. ... Read More...