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John Legend, Anthony Hamilton & More to Perform on PBS' GOSPEL LIVE!
by Michael Major - Dec 19, 2023

Acclaimed gospel artist Erica Campbell takes us to church as she guides viewers through the spirit of each era of Gospel’s long history. John Legend, Anthony Hamilton and The Ton3s, LaTocha, Mali Music, Lena Byrd Miles, Sheléa and Tauren Wells share songs especially arranged with music director Alonzo 'Zo' Harris.

Video: Broadway Alum Little Town Performs Mashup of DEAR EVAN HANSEN and More in Honor of Suicide Prevention Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2023

Hamilton alum and The Wiz star Keenan D. Washington (Little Town) has released an all new original mashup, 'Found Beautifully Depared', in honor of Suicide Prevention Month. 

Broadcast Music Inc. Celebrates Artists at 2022 Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 2, 2022

On March 31st, BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) celebrated the best and brightest in gospel music at the 2022 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards held at the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville. BMI’s Gospel Song of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Publisher of the Year and the top 20 songs of the previous year were all honored at the private event hosted by BMI’s President & CEO, Mike O’Neill and BMI’s Vice President, Creative-Atlanta Catherine Brewton.

Find Out Who Won at the 2022 GRAMMY Awards - All the Winners!
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2022

The 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards featured a tribute to Stephen Sondheim, a win for Barlow and Bear's 'Unofficial Bridgerton Musical,' Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett for their 'Love For Sale' Cole Porter duets album, Olivia Rodrigo, and more. Check out the full list of winners now!

Ariana DeBose, Cynthia Erivo, Lin-Manuel Miranda & More Nominated for 53rd NAACP Image Awards
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2022

Today, the full list of nominees for the “53rd NAACP Image Awards” were announced. Nominees included Ariana DeBose, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto, Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, Respect, Taraji P. Henson, Tituss Burgess, Jennifer Hudson, Billy Porter, Denzel Washington, and more. Check out the full list of nominees now!

Damon Albarn to Play Rare, One-Off Show at Walt Disney Concert Hall in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2021

The Los Angeles Philharmonic announced today that Damon Albarn will play a rare, one-off U.S. concert in support of his recently released second solo album The Nearer the Fountain, More Pure the Stream Flows on January 24, 2022, at 8 p.m., at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Damon Albarn Announces January 24 Concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall
by Michael Major - Dec 14, 2021

For his performance at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Albarn will perform on piano, accompanied by strings, playing songs from The Nearer the Fountain… alongside selections from his vast songbook of Blur, Gorillaz, The Good, The Bad & The Queen and various solo and collaborative works.

2021 Billboard Music Awards Finalists Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2021

dick clark productions and NBC today announced the finalists for the “2021 Billboard Music Awards”, which honor the year’s most successful artists in 51 categories across all genres of music. The BBMAs will broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, May 23 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT on NBC.

Who Won Awards at the GRAMMYS? See the Full List of Winners Here!
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 14, 2021

The awards honored six musicals from Broadway, Off-Broadway, and the West End with nominations for Best Musical Theatre Album - 'Jagged Little Pill,' 'American Utopia,' 'Little Shop of Horrors,' 'The Prince of Egypt,' 'Soft Power,' and Amélie.'

Mali Music Releases Cover of TLC's 'Waterfalls'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 11, 2020

Today, three-time GRAMMY® nominated artist, composer, and producer Mali Music released an Amazon Original cover of TLC’s “Waterfalls,” available to stream and purchase only on Amazon Music.

Afel Bocoum Premieres New Track 'Dakamana'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 14, 2020

In celebration of Malian songwriter and guitarist Afel Bocoum's forthcoming studio album Lindé—due September 4 via World Circuit Records and executive produced by Damon Albarn (Blur, Gorillaz) and World Circuit's Nick Gold—Bocoum is premiering the album track “Dakamana.”

Afel Bocoum Announces New Album LINDE & Premieres Music Video for 'Avion'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 10, 2020

Celebrated Malian songwriter and guitarist Afel Bocoum's new studio album Lindé is due September 4 via World Circuit Records.

Kierra Sheard, Mali Music Debut New Music in New York
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 11, 2020

RCA Inspiration debuted new music from GRAMMY® winning artist/songwriter Kierra Sheard and GRAMMY® nominated artist/songwriter Mali Music on March 10th in New York, partnering with Root Magazine and Amazon Music in an exclusive pop-up event.

Taali Shares 'Wayward Star' Single
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 7, 2019

Chamber-pop singer/songwriter Taali has released “Wayward Star”. The delicate Fender Rhodes-led tune is a placid refrain about what it's like to be truly yourself with someone, and let down your guard, “specifically, to be with someone who had been through as much as me was a new challenge, and also a new beauty,” Taali says behind the inspiration. Her Were Most Of Your Stars Out? EP is due out this Friday on Rainbow Blonde Records, a label and worldwide collective she runs with creative partner R&B/jazz vocalist José James and engineer/producer Brian Bender. 

125th Street Business Improvement District Announces 26th Annual Harlem Holiday Lights Event: HARLEM LIGHT IT UP 2019
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2019

At a recent event, held at Settepani Restaurant on Malcolm X Blvd., the president and CEO of the 125th Street Business Improvement District, Barbara Askins, officially kicked-off the countdown to the 26th annual Harlem Holiday Lights 2019 celebration.

Taali Releases New Single 'Snowfall on Orchard,' Featuring José James
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 16, 2019

Debuted by KCRW today, Chamber-pop singer/songwriter Taali has unveiled an intimate duet “Snowfall on Orchard” featuring her creative partner R&B/jazz vocalist José James. The breathtaking song is the second single off her forthcoming Were Most Of Your Stars Out? EP due out November 8 via Rainbow Blonde Records, a label and worldwide collective she runs with José James, and engineer and producer Brian Bender. Taking after fearless piano-led lead single “Los Angeles”, the EP is an entirely acoustic collection filled with unparalleled honesty, expressive lyricism and vulnerable fragility. Taali will be performing live across the US with stops in New York City, Denver, and Los Angeles.

Harry Lennix to Release Gospel Musical REVIVAL! THE EXPERIENCE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 4, 2018

Harry Lennix is releasing the gospel concert movie 'Revival! The Experience' in theaters this December, according to Variety.

Snoop Dogg to Perform From BIBLE OF LOVE on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE Tonight, April 9
by Macon Prickett - Apr 9, 2018

Iconic artist Snoop Dogg hits television in a blitz of appearances for his record-breaking #1 gospel album Bible of Love (All The Time Entertainment / RCA Inspiration) – kicking off the week with performances on Jimmy Kimmel Live airing tonight, Monday April 9th on ABC at 11:35 pm/10:35c. Snoop welcomes a range of special guests with him on Jimmy Kimmel Live, featuring appearances by Charlie Wilson, Jazze Pha, Isaac Carree, Mali Music, Sly, and Uncle Chucc.

Snopp Dogg Earns First #1 Spot On Billboard Gospel Chart With Latest Release BIBLE OF LOVE
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 28, 2018

Snopp Dogg Earns First #1 Spot On Billboard Gospel Chart

Snoop Dogg Presents BIBLE OF LOVE Debuts At #1
by Macon Prickett - Mar 27, 2018

Legendary artist Snoop Dogg is continuing to break down barriers and set records with his latest music project and first gospel album, Bible of Love (All The Time Entertainment / RCA Inspiration). Released on March 16th, the 32-track album debuted at #1 on Billboard's Top Gospel Albums chart and #1 on Nielsen SoundScan's Gospel Total Consumption chart. Additionally, Bible of Love is #2 on Billboard's Top 200 Christian & Gospel chart, #2 on Nielsen SoundScan's Christian / Gospel Digital Album chart, #3 on Billboard's Top Christian & Gospel Album's chart and has been streamed over three million times in its first week, which broke the previous record for a gospel album.

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