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What To Expect From Netflix's 'A Different World' Reboot

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE.Source: Rich Laru / Rich LaruThis September, class will be in session for the new class of Hillman College students. Ahead of its release, Netflix dropped some first-look photos of its new reboot of the beloved sitcom, A Different World, and what viewers can expect.




The upcoming series is a reboot of NBC’s The Cosby Show spinoff— that originally followed the Huxtable daughter Denise, and highlighted t...
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'Michael' Crosses $1 Billion at Box Office, First Biopic to Hit Milestone

‘Michael’ Crosses $1 Billion at Box Office, First Biopic to Hit Milestone

Michael Jackson’s legacy continues to make history nearly two decades after his passing.The Lionsgate biopic, Michael, has surpassed $1 billion at the global box office, becoming the first biopic to achieve this milestone.The movie, depicting the life and journey of the one and only King of Pop, generated $629.8 million overseas and $371.8 million domestically, bringing the total to $1.001 billion.Related | ‘Michael’ Movi...
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Sam Cooke's Granddaughters, The Womack Sisters, Release New Single for Upcoming Debut

A trio of sisters with legacy in their pumping in their bloodstream just announced the release of their debut album, with a nostalgic, soul pop hit single to promote it.

In August, The Womack Sisters announced that their self-titled debut will be released through Daptone Records. BG, Zeimani, and Kucha Womack are the daughters of Linda and Cecil Womack, who are the pioneers of the singing-songwriting duo Womack & Womack. To take their legacy a step further, Linda’s father is the soul icon and p...
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Everything You Missed At Her Legacy 2026 With Ms. Tina Knowles

Everything You Missed At Her Legacy 2026 With Ms. Tina Knowles

Radio One Raleigh’s very first Her Legacy event was one for the books. And if you missed it, I’m sure you’re regretting not getting your ticket and seeing the heartwarming conversation between two longtime friends and a celebration of innovative and inspiring women.The show started off with an empowering performance by artist and violinist Kimberly Michelle. We also heard inspirational words from local women of the Triangle, includi...
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Lauryn Hill & Wyclef Jean Reunite For Star-Studded Grammys Tribute

Former Fugees artists Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean reunited onstage for a powerful performance of “Killing Me Softly” at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards Sunday, Feb. 1.

The star-studded performance honored two late icons of soul music, Roberta Flack and D’Angelo, who passed in 2025.Hill acted as a maestro of the performance, appearing center stage as she sang gracefully while also calling on to her musical colleagues who were also part of the tribute. Before the performance, she honored her friend...
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Black History Month: Music Inspired By The Social Justice Movement

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Black History Month: Music Inspired By The Social Justice MovementThroughout history, Black musicians have used their platform to capture the fullness of the Black experience. From songs of overcoming, joy, to sorrow, heartbreak and pain.




Many of these songs have been anthems for the Civil Rights and social justice movements. Many of these innovators broke bar...
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The Stevie Wonder Song That Spearheaded Martin Luther King Day

The “Happy Birthday” song is a tune that has been sung across the world translating into different languages and cultures. In 1980, legendary musician Stevie Wonder made a new rendition of the song that was not only a groovy, alternative version of the original— it holds a deeper meaning. One that helped to highlight an honorable day for one of America’s most notable peace figures.



Wonder, an activist in his own right, had lobbied to have Dr. King’s birthday as a holiday in the U.S. In Janu...
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TikTok Trend: The Story Behind The Michael Jackson's 'Liberian Girl'

If you have been on social media, specifically TikTok, a new dance trend to an underrated song by the King of Pop has been all over your feed. Several TikTok users and content creators alike have participated in a dance challenge similar to that of an HBCU majorette routine, to the sultry song “Liberian Girl” by Michael Jackson.



The song was featured on the artist’s 1987 album Bad and re-released as a single in 1989. The song has regained renewed popularity due to the viral trend, with sev...
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J. Cole Announces Release Date For 'The Fall-Off', Shares Teaser Video

Hip-hop mogul J. Cole’s long-awaited album, The Fall-Off, is set to release in early February.



On Wednesday, the Dreamville founder and NC native shared a cinematic teaser video of his highly anticipated release on Feb. 6.



“Everything is supposed to go away eventually,” a voice says over shots of J. Cole throughout the video. “You see this especially in show business with famous actors or musicians. And it’s like, ‘Oh, this guy used to be famous and then he ‘fell off.’ What happened?’...
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Most Anticipated Albums Coming Out in 2026 (Or So We Hope)

2025 gave us several iconic, memorable moments in music.



It marked several musical returns, like the highly anticipated Clipse reunion, a Cardi B comeback, and even legendary songstress Mariah Carey ended her sabbatical with her first album in seven years.



As we get well into 2026, there are several artists that we hope to bless our anticipating ears with new music. Is this the year Rihanna finally makes her musical comeback? What ever happened to that Erykah Badu and Alchemist album?...
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Issa Rae Signs First-Look Film & Television Deal at Paramount

Issa Rae is moving her talents over to Paramount.



The Insecure creator and actress has signed a three-year first-look film and television producing deal at the studio. Under the deal Rae and her Hoorae Film & Television will work with Paramount Pictures co-chairs Dana Goldberg and Josh Greenstein, Paramount Television Studios president Matt Thunell and Motion Picture Group president Don Granger on developing and producing TV and film projects.



The deal is set to commence later this mon...
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Jermaine Jackson To Showcase Michael Jackson's Art in Monaco 'Jackson Museum'

Jermaine Jackson announced during a Christmas Gala for The Monegasque magazine that an art museum showcasing the artistic legacy of his brother, Michael Jackson, is in the works.



On Dec. 3, Jermaine said he plans to honor the King of Pop with a Monaco-based museum celebrating Michael Jackson’s hidden talent and love for art, such as drawings, paintings and other original pieces— along with that of the wider Jackson family.



The museum will reportedly showcase “200 personal items belongi...
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Beyoncé Becomes Fifth Musician to Reach Billionaire Status

After a tremendously historic year for Beyoncé, she is breaking barriers once again after Forbes reported she has reached the billionaire milestone.



The superstar joins other musicians, her husband Jay-Z, along with Taylor Swift, Rihanna and Bruce Springsteen, who have also reached billionaire status.



Beyoncé Made History This Year; A Look Back on Her 2025





The 44-year-old singer has seen major success in recent years, with her Renaissance World Tour in 2023 grossing nearly $600...
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Beyoncé Made History This Year; A Look Back on Her 2025

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Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has had many historical moments happen across 2025, including closing the year with news of curating fashion’s biggest night in 2026.



Most recently, Vogue announced earlier this month that the singer will co-chair the 2026 Met Gala, alongside Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour. This is also the artist’s return to the Met Gala for the...
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'Michael' Biopic: Jaafar Jackson Shines as the King of Pop in Teaser

Prepare to discover the making of one of the biggest icons in history.



On Thursday, Nov. 6, Lionsgate released the first teaser trailer for Antoine Fuqua’s upcoming biopic Michael, chronicling the life of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.



The global superstar is played by his nephew Jaafar Jackson, son of Michael’s brother Jermaine, in his first cinematic debut, recreating the late star’s iconic dance moves, music and even his voice.



The trailer opens with the iconic singer in the...
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20 Iconic Rap & Hip-Hop Albums Turning 30 in 2026

1996 was a pivotal year for rap. Hip-hop had already cemented itself in culture, shifting the sound within regions, be it East Coast, West Coast, or Southern rap. The genre was experimental with its sound, adding unique layers of soul blends, funk and deep and harsh storytelling. And from any region, hip-hop was everywhere and its influence was undeniable.



There was a number of influential albums that dropped in ’96 that are a perfect storm on lyricism, talent and the evolution of rap. Wit...
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