Donald Glover premiered the trailer for his forthcoming movie, “Bando Stone & The New World,” at the 2024 BET Awards. He also announced that his new Childish Gambino song, “Lithonia,” featured in the trailer, will be released on July 2. In the preview, Glover plays singer Bando Stone, who is
Following various casting announcements and teasers, SDG Productions is officially taking the curtain off of its ambitious animated project “The Uptown Chronicles”, releasing both an official trailer and the series synopsis. Following the Hamilton family, led by scientist father Dre and guardian mother Maya, as their five children – gifted
Meshell Ndegeocello has announced her second album for Blue Note Records, No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin. This tribute to James Baldwin will be released on August 2nd, marking the 100th anniversary of the renowned author’s birth. Below, you can listen to the album’s first two singles, “Travel”
Jessica Francois, a 35-year-old Haitian American entrepreneur from West Palm Beach, Florida, has launched a line of mushroom coffee called Heavenz Shroomz Coffee. It incorporates organic mushrooms such as Lion’s Mane (known for its cognitive benefits) and Chaga (immune-boosting properties) to neutralize coffee grounds, creating an alkaline and healthier alternative
Careshia Moore is the President and CEO of Usher’s New Look (UNL), a non-profit founded in 1999 by Usher Raymond IV and his mother, Jonetta Patton, after being inspired by the challenging stories of Atlanta teens they saw in court. UNL has supported over 50,000 young people by providing career
Ashley Harmon, the founder of Mela Vitamins, highlights the significant impact of genetics, socioeconomic factors, and high-stress levels on health outcomes. Her mission is to tackle these challenges within Black communities. Harmon herself faced chronic fatigue, digestive issues, and persistent skin breakouts for years, eventually being diagnosed with a vitamin
The casting for SDG Quantum Productions animated franchise continues to add respected stalwarts to its cast, with the announcement that Maria Katre and Jason C. Louder have joined the cast in key roles. Though specific plot details are being kept close to the vest, The Uptown Chronicles has been described
A new personal development and learning subscription app, ALTR, is set to launch later this year. Co-founded by CEO David A. Wilson (TheGrio) and CTO Brandon John-Freso, the app has partnered with Viola Davis, Joy Reid, and Charlamagne tha God. ALTR was developed in collaboration with Davis and her husband
Langston Hughes (1901–1967), a key figure of the Harlem Renaissance, forged lasting friendships with artists across different generations and disciplines. He connected creative professionals, championed their work, and helped build a vibrant network of Black creatives and intellectuals who both shaped and responded to the events of their era. His
The cast of the upcoming animated project “The Uptown Chronicles” continues to fill out nicely with the recently announced casting of Jasmin Richardson (The Book of Mormon) and Major Attaway (Aladdin) in leading roles. While specific plot details are being kept under wraps, “The Uptown Chronicles” has been described as
