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Chance The Rapper’s ‘Acid Rap’: 10 Years Later

Ten years ago, a young Chicago rapper named Chancelor Bennett – better known as Chance the Rapper – released his second mixtape, Acid Rap. About...

Artist Sadie Barnette Honors Her Father’s Legacy With ‘The New Eagle Creek Saloon’

Oakland-based artist Sadie Barnette’s current installation at SFMOMA is symbolic of how important it is to carry on the legacy of others. Titled The New...

First Listen: Hear Halle Bailey Sing “Part of Your World” From ‘The Little Mermaid’

Today, singer and actress Halle Bailey shared a new version of The Little Mermaid classic, “Part of Your World.” One month prior to the live-action...

The 2023 Black Effect Podcast Festival: Bringing Together Creatives In The Media Space

When the craft of podcasting was created in 2000, it was simply a concept that allowed users to download news stories for listening on a...

Harry Belafonte, Activist And Entertainer, Dies At 96

Harry Belafonte, the legendary singer, actor, and civil rights activist, died Tuesday, April 25. He was 96. According to the New York Times, reps for...

Rihanna, Serena Williams And Lizzo Among Winners At 27th Annual Webby Awards

Today, the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences announced the winners for the 27th Annual Webby Awards. Several of this year’s winners were creatives...

First Look: BET+ Sets Premiere Date For ‘AVERAGE JOE,’ Starring Comedian Deon Cole

BET+ announced today that a premiere date for the highly-anticipated, dark comedy series AVERAGE JOE starring comedian and NAACP award-winning actor Deon Cole, has been...

“Love Me As I Am”: Keke Palmer Opens Up About Sexuality And Identity At LGBT Center Gala

Acclaimed actress and entertainer Keke Palmer spoke about her sexuality and gender identity while being honored at the Los Angeles LGBT Center Gala on Saturday....

14 Festivals That You Can’t Miss This Spring

Festival season is finally upon us. Whenever April is on the calendar and the weather warms up, music enthusiasts from all over begin to migrate...

Sam Jay Speaks To Her Career As A Creative: “When You’re Writing For The People, You’re Considering Things Outside Of Yourself.”

Sam Jay has a brilliant mind, and has created a unique lane for herself in the entertainment industry. After being introduced to comedy at an...