N as is in the giving spirit for the holidays. The renowned Queens lyricist headed to Harlem on Wednesday (Dec22) to serve Christmas dinner to families affected by HIV/AIDS as part of an event run by music industry professional turned activist Maria Davis.

“For me, it’s like I can’t get away from the community. The [...]

D arnell Davis is no stranger to the music industry, having worked as a writer, producer, and musician with the likes of Ricky Dillard, Ann Nesby, Sounds of Blackness, and Wyclef Jean. His work has landed his name on the credits of several Grammy and Stellar Award projects. He is busy these days as [...]

W ess Morgan is known for his ability to sing soulful melodies over lyrics that yield life building messages. Wess Morgan has been busy these days with the release of his new CD “Under An Open Heaven” which spun the popular single “I Choose To Worship”. In between the roles of recording artist, associate [...]

G ospel artist/producer, Donald Lawrence is reaching out to his fans this time around to help him chose the artwork for his new album. The new album entitled, Your Righteous Mind will drop on March 15, 2011. Hurry go to donaldlawrence.com and cast your vote right now. Don’t leave Donald hanging! I actually wish Donald [...]

C hris Brown completed his domestic violence course on Monday, and the proud graduate posted a picture of his certificate on Twitter to share with his followers. He was sentenced to a domestic violence course in August 2009 after he reached a plea deal with Beverly Hills prosecutors in the wake of his conviction [...]

T racy Morgan, star of NBC’s “30 Rock,” is recovering after a successful kidney transplant. Tracy, who plays a mentally unbalanced comedian on the sitcom, is taking time off from the show to recover following surgery about 10 days ago.

Although Tracy learned he had diabetes about 15 years ago, it wasn’t until years later, [...]

J essica Reedy may not have won season 2 of “Sunday Best,” but the 22-year-old from Michigan created a huge following for herself. Jessica, who wowed America with her brilliant takes on “God Has Smiled On Me” and “Still Here” is poised to be Gospel music’s next superstar. Newly signed to Light Records, be [...]

Drake and Maxwell attend the Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

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B illboard Magazine has named Marvin Sapp the top grossing Gospel artist of 2010; his album “Here I Am” as the top grossing album; and his song “The Best In Me” as the top Gospel song of the year. Additionally, for the third consecutive year, Marvin’s record label, Verity Gospel Music Group is the [...]

R &B superstar, Usher reached out to New York based luxury timepiece and jewelry brand Tiret to make him a customized diamond encrusted watch that features his face on the front. A total of 1,106 all natural stones cover the entire watch, and it consists of yellow and white diamonds of various sizes.

It has [...]

The ladies of the Real Housewives of Atlanta and their gentleman, Phaedra Parks, Sheree Whitfield, Cynthia Bailey, Peter Thomas, and Apollo Nida attended the Ted Turner’s Captain Planet Cartoon 20th Birthday benefit at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Z ebulon Ellis one of the final four from BET’s second season of Sunday Best has been working hard these days. Zebulon who recently signed to Flow Records, will be releasing his debut project in the Spring of 2011. Heavyweights like Tye Tribbett, PJ Morton, Deon Kipping, and even Zebulon himself are contributing their [...]

S idney Poitier and Halle Berry images grace the cover of The Hollywood Reporter for its 80th Anniversary “Legends Issue.” The two represent the first African-Americans to win Oscars for best actor (1964) and best actress (2002). The photos shoot was done at Sidney Poitier’s Beverly Hills house, shot by Peggy Sirota.

E njoying a holiday-themed evening, a slew of celebrities were spotted at the opening night of Debbie Allen Presents “The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker” at Royce Hall on UCLA campus. Raven-Symoné, Boris & Nicole Kodjoe, Lisa Raye, Jackee’ Harry, and many others came out to support Debbie Allen.

The Debbie Allen Dance Academy gave the traditional [...]

H ere is a look at the upcoming Spring 2011 Adidas Originals Teddy Bear sneaker, continually pushing the boundaries of fashion, Jeremy Scott once again knows no limits with his new Adidas collection. No doubt these Adidas will leave many shaking their heads, dividing opinions left and right, but kudos goes to Scott for [...]

G ospel artist, J.J. Hairston the leader of the Connecticut based group Youthful Praise is staying busy these days as the host of “15th Street Live” a brand new show on TBN. As far as the future for J.J. Hairston and Youthful Praise, they are among the nominees for the 2011 Stellar Awards [...]

T he singer with the big voice and the big heart to match, Patti LaBelle was on hand yesterday at the Food Bank for New York City’s Community Kitchen of West Harlem to provide holiday meals to New Yorkers in need. She was joined by “The View” co-host Sherri Shepherd and British singer, Jay [...]

S oul Queen, Aretha Franklin is back home recuperating after undergoing surgery for an undisclosed ailment, her publicist, Tracey Jordan, said Wednesday. Doctors called the surgery “highly successful,” Tracey said, and the Queen of Soul is “happy to be home” preparing for spending the holidays with her family.

Aretha, who entered the hospital early this [...]

C harlie Bereal, lead guitarist and vocalist of the Stellar awarding winning group, The Soul Seekers is missing. He has not been heard from since leaving Rockerfella Center in New York City, yesterday morning (Dec14).

Charlie Bereal’s family is asking for the public’s help in finding him. If you have seen him or know [...]