Missy Elliott Honored as a True Pioneer at the 10th Annual Culture Creators Brunch The legendary Missy Elliott was moved to tears at the 10th annual Culture Creators Innovators & Leaders Awards Brunch. Held during BET Awards week at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, the event celebrated Black creatives who continuously push the cultural envelope. Elliott […]
Joe Frazier Statue Takes Its Rightful Spot at the Art Museum Steps The legendary “Smokin” Joe Frazier is finally right where he belongs. In a massive moment for Philly sports history, a 12-foot statue of the beloved heavyweight champion was officially unveiled at its new, permanent home at the base of the Philadelphia Museum of […]
Erica Campbell and Le’Andria Johnson Deliver Powerful Gospel Tribute at 2026 BET Awards Erica Campbell and Le’Andria Johnson delivered one of the most powerful and emotional moments of the 2026 BET Awards. Taking the stage at the Peacock Theater on Sunday, June 28, the gospel powerhouse duo anchored the ceremony’s In Memoriam segment, shifting the […]
Ms. Lauryn Hill Honored with Living Legend BET Award The 2026 BET Awards officially made history on Sunday night, and Ms. Lauryn Hill walked away with the flowers she has long deserved. Broadcasted live from Los Angeles, culture’s biggest night introduced its inaugural Living Legend Icon Award, honoring the powerhouse vocalist who bridged the gap […]
Stevie Wonder & John Legend Perform at Obama Center Opening The Obama Presidential Center officially opened on Chicago’s South Side over Juneteenth weekend. The massive 19-acre civic campus in Jackson Park replaces traditional archival buildings with an interactive, fully digital museum, an athletic facility, a fruit and vegetable garden, and a new Chicago Public Library […]
60 Seconds With Shaila: DJ Jazzy Jeff Exclusive In an exclusive 60 Seconds with Shaila, hip-hop pioneer DJ Jazzy Jeff pulled up for a candid, one-on-one chat that packed a massive punch. The interview was captured entirely on the move as Jazzy Jeff made his rounds serving as a Grand Marshal for this year’s Philadelphia […]
Chaka Khan and Kelly Rowland Honored at Black Women in Music There is no better way to continue the Black Music Month festivities then celebrating the Black women preserving, protecting, and driving the global music industry! BET Executive Connie Orlando hosted her second annual Black Women in Music event honoring the legendary Chaka Khan and […]
D’Wayne Edwards: The Sneaker Icon Reviving an HBCU Sneaker culture is Black culture. It’s an extension of identity and self-expression. Yet for decades, major brands heavily marketed to Black youth without offering them a seat at the design table. Enter Dr. D’Wayne Edwards, the most prominent Black designer in footwear history. Over a legendary 32+ […]
The Vault Opens: Prince Rarities Album Coming This August The Prince Estate, in partnership with Sony’s Legacy Recordings, has announced Timeless, a 10-track rarities album featuring previously unreleased material spanning from 1977 to 2016. The announcement came during “Prince Celebration Week” (June 1-7, 2026) in Minneapolis. Scheduled for release on August 28, 2026, the collection […]
Freeway Launches Career Program at Mastery Pickett Philadelphia hip-hop legend Freeway is giving back to his roots. Through his Freedom Thinkers Academy, the rap artist partnered with Mastery Charter School’s Pickett Campus in Germantown to launch a direct workforce entry program. Students receive specialized technical training and professional certification at no cost. Upon graduation, they […]
Black Music Month: Where to Catch the Best Live Music in Philly This Week Philadelphia stands tall as the nation’s first music city and the historic birthplace of Black Music Month, through the collaborative efforts of Kenny Gamble, Ed Wright, and Dyana Williams. In 1979, they successfully petitioned President Jimmy Carter to officially declare June […]
ODUNDE ’26: Your Guide to Philly’s African Culture Festival ODUNDE Festival Week is HERE and we want to make sure you know about everything happening in the city. Check out this year’s ODUNDE Festival schedule for details, including ticket and RSVP info! Tuesday, June 9th Bumi Bestie Happy Hour | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM […]