Music videos weren’t exactly a new phenomenon when MTV debuted in 1981. French musicians had been making short films to accompany their songs since the invention of the Scopitone visual jukebox in the late 1950s. However, MTV’s launch upped not only the quantity of music videos being produced, but the quality. We racked our brains […]
One of the most astounding voices in African-American literature, Maya Angelou is heralded for her literary prowess and activism. Working alongside Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr., Angelou was a profound figure in the Civil Rights Movement, and was the first Black woman to have a screenplay produced. The Grammy Award-winning poet is an […]
If “Boyz N The Hood” should be remembered for anything, let it be for its exposure to a side of Los Angeles few living outside of the area were aware. The streets of South Central, Los Angeles and Compton were already getting a soundtrack due to the success of rap groups like N.W.A, but in […]
To commemorate the 1-year anniversary of the devastating earthquake that struck the island nation of Haiti on January 12, 2010, which took the life of 230,000 innocent people, injured 300,000 and left 1,000,000 homeless, Melky Jean has released a music video for “Better.” Directed by Hezues R’, the clip features Melky’s brothers Wyclef, Sedeck Jean […]
Even if the song didn’t have words, we knew the melody. For all the talk of how great some of these sitcoms were, we mustn’t forget the very first reason we tuned in was to dance or sing or rap along to the song played during the opening credits. Here are nine of our favorite […]
We are huge Mary fans, and our girl is celebrating a milestone today as she turns 40 years old!! Mary J burst onto the music scene in 1992 with her debut album ‘What’s the 411?’,and has since secured her place in music history. A recipient of 9 Grammy Awards and 4 American Music Awards, Mary […]
Each year millions make resolutions; and every year millions fail at their resolutions because they haven’t learned that accountability is one of the most underutilized keys to success. The difference between the present version of YOU and the potential version of YOU, may single handedly be measured by the people you surround yourself with. The […]
There’s something about those golden arches that make kids and child-like individuals get starry-eyed and salivate. Through the years, our favorite restaurant, McDonald’s has continued…
One of the most astounding voices in African-American literature, Maya Angelou is heralded for her literary prowess and activism. Working alongside Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr., Angelou was a profound figure in the Civil Rights Movement, and was the first Black woman to have a screenplay produced. The Grammy Award-winning poet is an […]
“Real Housewives Of Atlanta’s Phaedra Parks recently sat down with our partners at Popeater.com, and admitted what you see on TV isn’t necessarily the way she is in real life. SEE THE VIDEO HERE Did Phaedra Parks From “RHOA” Lie About When She Met Her Husband? “Real Housewife Of Atlanta” Sheree Whitfield Accused Of Stiffing […]
Its January, a new year with a long list of resolutions. Many of us (yes, me too!) have dropping a few pounds on our list of things to do. If you’re a foodie like me, staying focused and on track may be one of the hardest challenges while on Project: Losing Weight. Here are 5 […]
BET recently taped its 2 hour special ” Celebration of Gospel- Keeping The Faith” annual event and it promises to be a great show.