Scott Mills News

Producer, DJ and creative director Boston Bun today releases his self-directed video for 'Don't Wanna Dance', a visual that challenges our attention span in the digital age. The France-born, London based Ed Banger certified artist focuses on old school house dance movement in the creative, whilst experimenting with a 1 take visual and different strands that unfold as the video progresses.

BET Networks announced that Devin Griffin joins the company as General Manager, BET+. The subscription video-on-demand service focused on the African American audience, BET+, will feature more than 1,000 hours of premium content including exclusive new original programming and fan-favorite series, movies, and specials from BET Networks, world-renowned creator Tyler Perry, and a host of leading African American content creators. Griffin will report to Scott Mills, President of BET Networks. Griffin will be based in Los Angeles. In his role, Griffin will manage the BET+ P&L and oversee business strategy & operations, including original programming, content acquisitions, marketing, distribution, planning and analysis.

BET Networks, a unit of Viacom Media Networks (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), and Tyler Perry Studios today unveiled a new joint venture to launch BET+, a premier subscription video-on-demand service focused on the African American audience. Available to consumers this fall, BET+ will feature more than 1,000 hours of premium content including exclusive new original programming and fan-favorite series, movies, and specials from BET Networks, world-renowned creator Tyler Perry, and a host of leading African American content creators.

On the heels of the second season pick up of critically- acclaimed BOOMERANG series BET Networks announces continued partnership with Lena Waithe as it green lights her single-camera comedy series “Twenties.” Created and written by Waithe when she was in her early 20s the eight-episode half-hour series, follows the adventures of a queer black girl, Hattie, and her two straight best friends, Marie and Nia, who spend most of their days talking 'ish' and chasing their dreams. “Twenties” is a scripted show about friendship, finding love, and messing everything up along the way.

Today BET Networks announced second season pick-ups for both its half-hour subversive, smart, serialized comedy series 'BOOMERANG,' and the critically-acclaimed period drama based on the untold rise of the iconic music and dance program 'Soul Train,' 'AMERICAN SOUL.' BET is investing in partnerships with leading Black content creators with unique creative voices to bring viewers elevated storytelling and premium programming.

Dixon Place presents Glory!, a new play written by Nan-Lynn Nelson and directed by Kevin R. Free, previewing Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 7:30pm and running three weekends through April 27 at Dixon Place (161A Chrystie Street) in Manhattan. Tickets are $18 in advance, $21 at the door for adults, and $15 in advance, $18 at the door for students and seniors. Group rates are available. For tickets and further information please visit www.dixonplace.org

Following last year's momentous 50th anniversary celebrations, The Isle of Wight Festival today announces the first artists for the 2019 event, which kicks off the British festival season on  13th - 16th June.

Tracy Oliver's “The First Wives Club” series will now air on BET instead of Paramount Network as originally planned, according to Variety.

Following on from a nationwide tour and sell-out Fringe last year, The Russell Howard Hour (Sky) regulars, World Poetry Slam Champ Harry Baker & Jazz virtuoso Chris Read, return to the festival with their third Comedy-Rap-Jazz show 'Harry & Chris Save The World' at Just The Tonic, Cask Room from 2nd - 25th August at 2:25pm, before embarking on their biggest tour to date from 2nd October to 22nd December.

Following on from a nationwide tour and sell-out Fringe last year, The Russell Howard Hour (Sky) regulars, World Poetry Slam Champ Harry Baker & Jazz virtuoso Chris Read, return to the festival with their third Comedy-Rap-Jazz show 'Harry & Chris Save The World' at Just The Tonic, Cask Room from 2nd – 25th August at 2:25pm.

'That's three balls to you my friend, it's called a tri-sticle!' - Deadpool 2 stars Ryan Reynolds and Josh Brolin take it in turns to INSULT EACH OTHER in the Playground Insults game on Scott Mills' radio show on BBC Radio 1.

BET Networks announced today its upcoming 2018-2019 fiscal year programming slate. Now, more than ever, black culture is powering every area of mainstream from politics and social media to music and fashion. As the #1 Cable Network for African American viewers 18-49 for 17 consecutive years, BET is omnipresent in its influence of all aspects of pop culture with new original series and specials, featuring some of Hollywood's biggest stars and influencers, both in front and behind the camera. From Dwayne Johnson, T.I., Will Packer, En Vogue, SWV, Salt, Pepa, Spinderella, Swizz Beatz, Tracey Edmonds and more, BET is raising the bar on premium programming content and will deliver 21% more original programming than last year. From engaging new provocative series, to culture-defining mega-specials, BET continues to entertain, empower and engage its audiences.

At a time when country music is exploding into the mainstream with huge collaborations between Justin Timberlake and Chris Stapleton, and Bebe Rexha and Florida Georgia Line, Catherine McGrath is poised to become the first international crossover star from the burgeoning UK country scene.

Rap-Jazz-Comedy duo Harry & Chris are set to bring their feel good charm to Leicester Square Theatre on Tuesday 20th February as they host Joyride, their mixed bill comedy and cabaret night accompanied by an on stage band following two triumphant sold out shows at the venue. They'll be joined by special guests Bec Hill ("Exuberant, daft and inventive" The Scotsman) and Josh Idehen ("A real sense of emotion and humour" Resident Advisor) who's performances will be interspersed by the pair performing their classic songs that have seen them described as "inspiring Instagram posts in human form" (Chortle) as well as some new numbers.

The winners of the 49th NAACP Image Awards in the non-televised categories were announced during a gala dinner celebration that took Sunday, January 14, 2018, at the Pasadena Conference Center the event was hosted by The Real's Adrienne Houghton, Loni Love, Jeannie Mai and Tamera Mowry-Housley.

Sigrid has been named BBC Sound of 2018, chosen by a panel of more than 170 influential music experts including former winners and longlist nominees. The 21-year-old Norwegian pop sensation has gone from unknown to the most exceptional breakout star in the past year.

Norwegian pop sensation Astrid S releases a new remix bundle for her new single Think Before I Talk Remixes Pt 2 which is available now across all digital music platforms featuring official remixes from Wingtip, West Coast Massive and Nonsens. Preview the remixes

Norwegian pop sensation Astrid S releases a new acoustic version for her single Think Before I Talk which is available now across all digital music platforms. Download/stream Think Before I Talk Piano Acoustic

Following their second Edinburgh Festival Fringe show, Leicester Comedy Festival Award nominated duo Harry & Chris will embark on a nationwide tour from 14th September to 30th December with the brand new and aptly-titled Harry & Chris Show 2.

Norwegian pop sensation Astrid S unveiled the official video for her brand new single 'Think Before I Talk'. Watch it HERE.