Author: Melinda Newman
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Following her departure from longtime home Sony Music Nashville last year, Miranda Lambert has signed a new deal with Republic Records. Nashville’s Big Loud will provide country radio promotion and marketing efforts as part of its partnership with the Universal Music Group-owned label. As the first salvo in the new deal, Lambert will release the new […]
On Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, released Friday (March 29), the superstar salutes pioneering country artist Linda Martell, the first Black woman to ever play the Grand Ole Opry in 1969, and, in doing so, is introducing the pioneer to a whole new audience. Though she has long retired, the 82-year-old Martell returns on Beyoncé’s album on two […]
Monday, March 24, 2024, many of us watched curiously as federal agents raided music mogul and owner of Bad Boy Records Sean “Diddy” Combs’ homes in Los Angeles and Miami. Law enforcement sources familiar with the matter told ABC News that the searches were connected to alleged human trafficking. While information is still unfolding, we […]
Are you ready to discover the inspiring stories of modern changemakers reshaping industries and challenging norms? From tech mogul Seventri Wilson to music icon Alicia Keys, these Black female trailblazers defy expectations, advocate for inclusivity and drive meaningful change in their respective fields. Learn about their journeys and impactful contributions below and celebrate their stories […]
In the world of photography, Pulitzer Prize-winner Jon Cherry stands as a beacon of storytelling through the art of observation. In an interview with EBONY, Cherry delves into his photographic philosophy, revealing how his heart guides his lens. From capturing the essence of violent protests to navigating the complexities of modern storytelling, Cherry shares insights […]
Louis Vuitton has unveiled its Spring 2024 Men’s Capsule Collection in collaboration with Tyler, The Creator, marking an extension of Pharrell Williams’ vision at Louis Vuitton. As the Men’s Creative Director, Pharrell invites his long-time friend and collaborator, Tyler, The Creator, to conceive a standalone proposal for the Maison. “Tyler has been my close friend […]
Great friends are hard to come by, but the right group of girlfriends can be the silver lining when times get rough. Whether you need to let out a good cry or have a good night out on the town, your girls will never let you down. Pull up a chair this Women’s History Month […]
Fans were delayed but not denied their visit from The Boss Tuesday night (March 19) in Phoenix as Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band resumed their world tour after a six-month break. Springsteen was originally slated to play the Arizona date on Nov. 30 last year, but it was one of 29 shows postponed after […]
If there had never been Sue Brewer, there may never have been the Outlaw Country movement led by Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson and Johnny Cash. Though the artists already knew each other, in the mid-‘60s, Brewer gave them a safe haven in her Nashville living room, dubbed the Boar’s Nest, to create music […]
The 17th annual Jazz In The Gardens festival took place over the weekend in Miami Gardens, and despite the scorching heat, it was an incredible 2-day event. Partnering with The Black Promoters Collective for the first time, the festival aimed to celebrate the black experience in collaboration with the City of Miami Gardens. Held at […]