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← Older postsCOI LERAY RELEASES NEW SINGLE “SPIN BACK” + R&B ICON,JOHNNY GILL, Scores His 2nd #1 Billboard R&B Song This Year, With His Smash Single, “A DANCE, A KISS”
November 11, 2026Coi Leray announces MULTI, her third studio album and a defining statement of her identity as a global artist whose music crosses genres and borders. Arriving February 26, the album brings her range as a rapper, singer and performer into focus. New single “Spin Back,” available now, introduces this next chapter, following her dance-forward collaboration with Diplo, “Nothing Into Something.” Coi’s first full-length effort since joining Epic Records last year, MULTI, puts her multidimensional artistry at the center. Her movement across rap, melody and dance connects the album to a wider musical world while keeping her voice at its core. The new album is available for pre-order and pre-save here. The album artwork gives that identity a visual form. Twelve portraits present Coi in different looks, moods and expressions, each framed as one part of a larger whole. Read alongside the title MULTI, the images reflect the confidence, vulnerability and freedom she describes in the music: multiple dimensions of the same artist, given equal space. “This album isn’t about becoming somebody new. It’s about owning everything I’ve always been and everything I’m still becoming,” Coi Leray says about her hotly-coveted new album. “I’m not one sound. I’m not one style. I’m not one version of myself. I’m Multi.” Produced by WhoisRodny, JP Beatz, and J Roc Stream, “Spin Back” is available to stream. Coi’s ability to bring both confidence and vulnerability to different sounds is central to MULTI. Her range extends from grunge to dance, with the latter shaping “Spin Back.” Built for late-night dance floors, the single pairs melodic warmth with a cathartic emotional pull as she reaches for a romantic reunion: ”You know I’m alright, but deep down you can see it”. It offers an introduction to the album’s world, where intimate feeling and expansive sound can coexist. That range has shaped Coi’s 2026 …
Posted in R&B Pop, Rap Culture | Leave a commentI PLAY ROCKY in Select Theaters Now
November 5, 2026PLAY ROCKY starring Anthony Ippolito as Sylvester Stallone In Select Theaters November 6, Nationwide November 20 The film is an electrifying true story about an unknown actor with an unshakable belief that he wasn’t just meant to write Rocky—he was meant to be Rocky Balboa. Told “no” at every turn, Sylvester Stallone bets everything on himself, holding the line on playing the lead against seemingly impossible odds. The result is the ultimate underdog story behind the ultimate underdog movie. Directed by: Peter Farrelly Written by: Peter Gamble Produced by: Christian Baha, Toby Emmerich, Paul Currie, Peter Farrelly Cast: Anthony Ippolito, Matt Dillon, AnnaSophia Robb, P.J. Byrne, Toby Kebbell, Tracy Letts, Jay Duplass, Stephan James, Kiki Seto
Posted in Movie News | Leave a commentJay-Z to headline Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood
October 29, 2026Twenty-five-time Grammy Award-winner Jay-Z will perform at the Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2027, airing on ESPN, ABC and Disney+, and on mobile devices with NFL+, Roc Nation, the NFL and Apple Music announced. The announcement was made during the Dallas Cowboys-Philadelphia Eagles Monday Night Football game on ESPN, right where the Super Bowl will air in February. “From Reasonable Doubt to standing on the Super Bowl Halftime stage, this has been a journey,” Jay-Z said in a statement. “Thirty years of music, work, and culture on the world’s biggest stage. This run continues to be a dream come true.” Consequently, Jay-Z performed his JAY-Z30 Concert Series at SoFi on Oct. 23-24. The tour has been a celebration of the 30-year anniversary of his Reasonable Doubt album and the silver anniversary of his The Blueprint album. During the tour, special guests included Blue Ivy Carter, John Legend, DJ Khaled, Too Short, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. Anticipation as to who Jay-Z might have guest star at halftime for the big game will now kick off. Of course, his wife, Beyoncé, will be atop the list. Beyoncé headlined the Super Bowl XLVII halftime show and was a special guest for Super Bowl 50. This will be the Super Bowl’s second stop at SoFi Stadium. In Super Bowl LVI, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg performed. After joining Jay-Z in his recent stop in Inglewood, their names will likely be bandied about, as well. Roc Nation has produced the Super Bowl Halftime Show since partnering with the NFL in 2019. Since then, Super Bowl headliners have included Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, The Weeknd, Rihanna, Usher, Kendrick Lamar and last year’s Bad Bunny, among others.
Posted in Music, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentJaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo, Nia Long, Juliano Valdi, Antoine Fuqua, Graham King Attend Special FYC Screening, Q&A and Reception in Los Angeles
October 22, 2026On Saturday, October 17, Lionsgate hosted an exclusive FYC screening, Q&A and reception on behalf of MICHAEL at the Directors Guild of America Theater in Los Angeles. Talent including Stars Jaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo, Nia Long and Juliano Valdi, Director Antoine Fuqua and Producer Graham King participated in a panel discussion moderated by Angelique Jackson, where they shared insights into bringing music legend Michael Jackson’s story to life. The conversation gave attendees the opportunity to hear directly from filmmakers and talent on what went into the making of one the year’s most successful films at the box office. The celebration continued with a special reception at the Soho House Luckman Club Bar in West Hollywood, bringing talent and attendees together to mix and mingle in support of MICHAEL, highlighting the enthusiasm and continued celebration surrounding the film.
Posted in Spotlight, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentLiving Legends Foundation 35th Anniversary Awards Dinner & Gala
October 9, 2026The Living Legends Foundation, Inc. celebrated a historic milestone Friday evening as music, entertainment, radio and media leaders gathered at Flourish by Legendary in Atlanta for the organization’s 35th Anniversary Awards Dinner & Gala. For more than three decades, the Living Legends Foundation has championed the executives, broadcasters, entrepreneurs, advocates and visionaries whose work behind the scenes has helped shape the sound, business and global influence of Black music. With Chaka Khan serving as Honorary Ambassador and Q Parker as Honorary Gala Chair, the 35th anniversary served as both a celebration of this extraordinary legacy and a reminder of the nonprofit’s continued mission to honor the past, support industry professionals in the present and invest in the next generation of leaders. “It has taken a moment to truly reflect on what it means to give 35 uninterrupted years of your life to something you believe in,” said David Linton, Chairman of the Living Legends Foundation. “Outside of my 45-year marriage, few things in my life have received that level of devotion. I thank God for allowing me the privilege of serving my industry family through the Living Legends Foundation and for the honor of serving as only the third Chairman in its 35-year history.” Louis Carr, President of BET, received the prestigious Ray Harris Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his decades of leadership and influence across Black media, marketing and entertainment. Adding a special touch to the tribute, actress Porscha Coleman, star of BET+ and Paramount’s Tyler Perry’s Divorced Sistas, delivered a heartfelt message celebrating Carr and the impact of his leadership. As a current member of the BET family, Coleman’s tribute underscored the generational reach of Carr’s legacy and the opportunities his work has helped create for Black talent and storytellers across television and entertainment. Ray Harris, the award’s namesake, personally presented Carr with the honor, bringing added significance …
Posted in Living Legends, 57th NAACP Image Awards | Leave a commentEMMY AWARD-WINNING “TAMRON HALL” KICKS OFF SEASON 8 WITH STRONG RATINGS GAINS
October 9, 2026“Tamron Hall” kicked off Season 8 with strong year-over-year growth during premiere week. The show delivered the largest year-over-year increases among all syndicated talk shows in Women 18-49 and Women 25-54, growing 26% and 35%, respectively. This year’s premiere marked “Tamron Hall’s” most-viewed premiere week among all key demos in two years, since 2024. “Tamron Hall” saw a 10% increase in total viewers and a 12% increase in Households compared to last year’s premiere week (9/8/25). The show also saw growth across all key demo measures compared to its 2025 season premiere. Premiere week featured a packed lineup, including an at-home interview in Los Angeles with Rebecca Crews; an exclusive conversation with Sarah Jakes Roberts following her near-fatal accident; a sit-down with award-winning actress/comedian Tisha Campbell and her son, Xen Martin; and Tamron’s birthday extravaganza, featuring performances by En Vogue and Wé Ani. September was a massive month for “Tamron Hall,” with the show continuing its lineup of conversations with some of today’s biggest stars, like Jalen Brunson and his family who joined the show for a daytime exclusive ahead of his hosting “Saturday Night Live”. In the coming weeks, viewers can look forward to more exclusive star-studded interviews with guests including Jessie James Decker, Snooki, Meagan Good, Morris Chestnut, Ina Garten, Funny Marco, and more. The fan-favorite franchise, “Up & Coming Designers” is back with two surprise fashion icons as mentors. Fashion luminaries, such as Michael Kors, Paul Tazewell, Sergio Hudson, June Ambrose, Fern Mallis, Bibhu Mohapatra and the late André Leon Talley have served as mentors in the past. “Tamron Hall” is the second longest running first-run syndicated show in Disney history and is distributed in national syndication by Disney Entertainment. Tamron has won two Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host. Broadcast from New …
Posted in Talk Show | Leave a commentAMERICAN IDOL WINNER JAMAL ROBERTS BEGINS HIS NEXT CHAPTER WITH DEBUT ALBUM “THE JOURNEY”
October 6, 2026R&B/soul vocalist Jamal Roberts releases The Journey, his debut album via 19 Entertainment/BMG, marking the beginning of a new chapter following his 2025 American Idol victory. Across nine tracks, Roberts puts his powerful, unmistakable voice at the center of a deeply personal collection shaped by love, fatherhood, faith, heartbreak, and his Mississippi roots. The album features songwriting and production from an accomplished group of collaborators, including Tricky Stewart (Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Tyla), Emile Ghantous (Charlie Wilson, Pitbull, Smokey Robinson), and J. Valentine (Chris Brown, Jamie Foxx, Tank), alongside Roberts. “And This” serves as the album’s focus track, giving listeners a direct introduction to the romantic side of Roberts’ artistry. The soulful track celebrates commitment and appreciation, centered on the woman who stands beside him and the reassurance that comes with knowing where you stand in a relationship. The accompanying music video brings the song to life, offering a visual extension of the warmth and intimacy at the heart of the record. From the hometown pride of “Mississippi” and the fatherhood anthem “Girl Dad” to the romantic vulnerability of “Perfect For Me,” “Can’t Let Go,” and “And This,”Roberts explores the many sides of love while allowing room for its complications on “Somebody Else” and “Drunk Texting.” The result is a collection that feels personal, soulful, and lived in, with Roberts’ voice carrying the emotional weight of every song. “I’ve always believed that everybody’s got a story, and this album is mine,” says Roberts. “That’s why I called it The Journey. It isn’t just about where I’ve been. It’s about every lesson, every blessing, every heartbreak, every prayer, and every person who helped shape me along the way.” Since his American Idol win, Roberts has spent the past year turning that television breakthrough into a growing live career. He has performed …
Posted in Music | Leave a commentMichael B. Jordan Takes the CultureCon™ Stage | THE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR | In Theaters March 5, 2027
October 6, 2026Academy Award winner® Michael B. Jordan, director & star of Amazon MGM Studios’ THE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR, received the Legacy in Motion Award and talked art, storytelling, and legacy with iconic director Gina Prince-Bythewood for a Creative Genius panel conversation at CultureCon™ – one of the largest conferences shaped by and for Black & Brown creatives, community, and culture – on Saturday, October 3! The two visionaries took the Culture Stage to discuss all things arts & culture from crafting + finding your voice as a director to the importance of authentic storytelling to artistic collaboration + inspiration to advice for creatives in attendance and beyond to teasing the upcoming The Thomas Crown Affair. Following the panel, CultureCon™ founder Imani Ellis presented director & star Michael B. Jordan with the Legacy in Motion Award which is dedicated to an artist whose every move – on-screen, behind the camera, and in the boardroom – continues to build a blueprint for generations to come.
Posted in Spotlight | Leave a commentForever My Lady releases October 16 on Amazon Prime Video
October 4, 2026As women begin disappearing across the city, Detective Shanel Reid is pulled into an increasingly disturbing investigation that leads her to Sebastian, a dangerous man whose obsession with one woman threatens to leave a trail of shattered lives, broken families, and more victims in its wake. Jamie Bernadette as Irene Ludwick, Torrei Hart as Detective Shanel Reid, Darius McCrary as Detective Dale Dumars, Clifton Powell as Captain Harris, Luca Della Valle as Sebastian, Cocoa Brown as Mama Moore, Michael Emery as Jacob Alexander, Tracey Nicole Graves as Tracy Jetter, Jermaine Hopkins as Terell Danks, also known as Banks, and Jayson Warner Smith as Fogarty. Forever My Lady delivers a dark, suspense-driven story centered on obsession, investigation, survival, and the devastating consequences left behind when fixation turns dangerous.
Posted in Talk Show | Leave a commentTHE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR in Theaters this March 2027
October 4, 2026Academy Award® winner Michael B. Jordan directs, produces, and stars in a visually breathtaking, sensual, and unexpectedly moving heist thriller, where the most dangerous man in the room is the one nobody’s watching. Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Kenneth Branagh, Adria Arjona, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurria, Pilou Asbæk Directed By: Michael B. Jordan Produced By: Michael B. Jordan, Elizabeth Raposo, Marc Toberoff, Patrick McCormick, Charles Roven Executive Produced By: Jason Hall, Alan R. Trustman Written By: Drew Pearce and Jason Hall
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