Grammy Award-winning vocalist Roberta Flack has died at the age of 88. The iconic soul singer, whose voice was one of the most popular in the 70’s, was best known for hit records like “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” “The Closer I Get To You” with Donny Hathaway, and “The First Time I Ever Saw […]
The Grammy Awards is known as music’s biggest night, and the 67th Annual ceremony surely did not disappoint! From an iconic sweep that felt like it belonged to the culture, to flawless performances, mic-drop speeches, and history-making wins that were long-overdue… many folks are saying this was the best GRAMMYs they’ve seen in years. In […]
The 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards are underway at Crypto.com Arena and our favorite stars have hit the red carpet! As we prepare to see who all will take home hardware, we’re spending some time to C L A P 👏🏾 for the looks that are being served on music’s biggest night. One thing’s for sure […]
On Election Day 2024, we are making our moment in history count, voting strong, and believing in our power! As voters make their way to polling sites across the country, casting their ballots in a historic election, the gravity of this moment is truly top of mind. Vice President Kamala Harris could very well break […]
Howard Stanley Beverly, famously known as Frankie Beverly, the incomparable artist, founder and front man of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, has passed away. He was 77. His family announced his passing in a statement shared on his social media, saying “during this time, as we are navigating feelings of sorrow, reflection, and remembrance we kindly […]
James Earl Jones, the iconic and beloved actor with an especially distinctive voice, has died. He was 93. Widely known as the voice of “Star Wars” villain Darth Vader and King Mufasa in Disney’s “The Lion King”, Jones cemented himself as a legend in the film, television and theater industry. In fact, Jones is an […]
When you hear “Best in Black,” think of the best of who we are… in music, television and film, sports, politics and every other realm that Black culture has touched and turned up a notch! The 6th annual Urban One Honors is no different. You can expect electrifying performances, empowering speeches, and unforgettable moments! This year, […]
We are days away from the premiere of the 6th annual Urban One Honors, and trust us, it’s a show you do not want to miss! Join us for this star-studded event, as we come together with incredible pride to uplift the outstanding talent of this year’s honorees: Mary J. Blige (Entertainment Icon), Dionne Warwick […]
All hail the queen! The Queen of Hip Hop Soul, that is! Mary J. Blige has cemented herself as a global superstar, and we’re set to give her some “real love!” Get ready for a “family affair” at the 6th annual Urban One Honors because Mary’s contributions to the culture will be celebrated, as we […]
Chloe Bailey, known mononymously as Chlöe, entered the entertainment industry and took it by storm! The singer, songwriter, producer and actress rose to fame as a member of the critically acclaimed musical duo Chloe x Halle, alongside her sister. But since she stepped into the spotlight with her hit single, “Have Mercy,” in 2021, she’s confidently forged […]
The 6th annual Urban One Honors is right around the corner! This year, we’re giving the Best in Black their well-deserved flowers. Grammy Award-winning songstress LeToya Luckett is back once again to host the fan-favorite Backstage Pass sponsored by Intuit TurboTax. This special segment brings you exclusive interviews with the show’s honorees, performers, and presenters. LeToya will […]
This weekend, we celebrated the Best in Black at the Urban One Honors! It was the ultimate celebration of Black Excellence, as we honored Mary J. Blige, Donald Lawrence, Dionne Warwick, Frankie Beverly, and Chlöe. Check out some of our favorite purple carpet arrivals! The BEST in Black Hollywood showed up and showed out.