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Harmony Unveiled: A Holiday Love Story - A Cajun Serenade

This is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual events or persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. In the heart of enchanting New Orleans, where magnolias adorned the streets and the air carried the sweet scent of pecan pies, Elijah Glaspie found himself entangled in the unexpected threads of fate. A corporate man from New York, Elijah’s life had been a symphony of deadlines and…

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JSU’s College of Education and Human Development first to receive Science of Excellence Reading Award

The Jackson State University College of Education and Human Development’s Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education (EECE) has been awarded the inaugural Science of Reading and Excellence Award by the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE). JSU is the first and only public university to receive this award in the state. “This exclusive recognition highlights our school’s efforts…

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SOUTHERN LACED: FORTY OVER FORTY LACED PEOPLE TO WATCH IN 2022

SOUTHERN LACED: FORTY OVER FORTY LACED PEOPLE TO WATCH IN 2022

Southern Laced would like to recognize successful individuals over the age of 40 for our FORTY OVER FORTY LACED People to Watch in 2022 edition. Each nominee will be evaluated based on their accomplishments and individual story. Candidates must be over the age of 40 as of January 31, 2022.  The deadline to submit nominations is December 31, 2021, at 11:59 PM CST. CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR…

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Still LACED Over Forty: 7 People to Watch in 2021

Still LACED Over Forty: 7 People to Watch in 2021

To the old, you are still young and to the young you are old. Who am I? – Someone over 40. No matter how hard you try to slow down the process of aging, the end result is the same. Aging is inevitable. Is that good or bad? It depends on the individual. 2020 was a year filled with pain, uncertainty, and hardship for many people. Many businesses closed. Several dreams and visions were detoured.…

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SOUTHERN LACED: FORTY OVER FORTY LACED PEOPLE TO WATCH IN 2021

SOUTHERN LACED: FORTY OVER FORTY LACED PEOPLE TO WATCH IN 2021

Southern Laced would like to recognize successful individuals over the age of 40 for our FORTY OVER FORTY LACED People to Watch in 2021 edition. Each nominee will be evaluated based on their accomplishments and individual story. Candidates must be over the age of 40 as of January 31, 2021. 

The deadline to submit nominations is December 31, 2020 at 11:59 PM CST.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR…

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Snoop Dogg, T.I., Monica, Cordae, G Herbo and Trae Tha Truth Added to the Star-studded Lineup Participants and Presenters at the 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS”

Snoop Dogg, T.I., Monica, Cordae, G Herbo and Trae Tha Truth Added to the Star-studded Lineup Participants and Presenters at the 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS”

Global Superstar Lil Wayne Joins the Line-up of Must See Performances

The 15th Annual BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” Premieres Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at 9PM ET/PT 

‘Hip Hop Has Something to Say…#VOTE’

#HipHopAwards

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Mural artist is helping JSU preserve the city's history, sow seeds of love at learning garden

Mural artist is helping JSU preserve the city’s history, sow seeds of love at learning garden

(JACKSON, Miss.) — While few may know Sabrina Howard, many undoubtedly have seen her work. That’s because the artist has collaborated with Jackson State University to produce murals that grace the city.

Her murals include the JSU/Blackburn Learning Garden near JSU’s main campus and the Milton Shoe project. Both projects are linked to JSU’s Community Engagement.

Jackson native Sabrina Howard…

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THE R&B GENERAL GIVES FANS WHAT THEY WANT…TANK RELEASES “WORTH THE WAIT” EP

PERFORMS FOR THE iHEART RADIO “LIVE R&B CONCERT SERIES” JUNE 12, 2020

PARTICIPATES IN THE INAUGURAL “ESSENCE DEAR BLACK MEN SUMMIT

(Los Angeles, CA – June 12, 2020) A man true to his word, the R&B General Tank has finally delivered his Worth The Wait EP at the request of his fans today. Continuing with the theme of keeping it simple, the piano-based four-song EP is an extension of…

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MULTI-PLATINUM, GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SINGER/SONGWRITER BRANDYCELEBRATES MOTHERHOOD WORLDWIDE WITH NEW SINGLE

“BABY MAMA” FEATURING CHANCE THE RAPPER OUT TODAY WITH OFFICIAL VIDEO PREMIERING ON BET MONDAY, MAY 4 NEW ALBUM COMING IN 2020

Photo credit: Derek Blanks II

(New York, NY-May 1, 2020) Just in time for Mother’s Day, GRAMMY Award-winning singer/songwriter Brandy is back with a very special tribute for all mothers across the globe. Brandy releases her long-awaited, empowering new single “Baby…

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SOUTHERN LACED TAKES FIVE WITH ROBERT “KOOL” BELL OF GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING LEGENDARY GROUP KOOL & THE GANG

Last week, Southern Laced had a chance to talk to Robert “Kool” Bell of Kool & the Gang.  In 2019, the Grammy Award-winning legendary group celebrated 50 years in the game. It was an honor for us to have a chance to personally congratulate Kool on this great accomplishment as well as their classic song “Celebration” turning 40 this year! Over the years, “Celebration” has remained an international…

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SINGER, ACTRESS, TV PERSONALITY,AND POP CULTURE QUEEN KEKE PALMERRELEASES NEW TRACK & VISUAL “GOT EM MAD”FT. TK KRAVITZ

Singer, actress and TV personality Keke Palmer releases a brand new, track for “Got Em Mad” featuring rapper TK Kravitz today. The Derek Blanks-directed visual intensifies the sexy feel of the mid-tempo track with sensuous scenes reminiscent of Keke’s performance in last year’s hit film Hustlers. Watch it below!

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BET Networks to Honor NBA Legend Kobe Bryant With Multiplatform Programming Lineup Monday, February 24

February 22, 2020 04:29 PM Eastern Standard Time

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–TODAY, BET Networks announced plans to pay tribute to the iconic five-time NBA champion, and Academy Award-winning producer, Kobe Bryant, with content specials across their linear, digital and streaming platforms Monday, February 24, 2020 beginning 1PM ET.

The programming lineup will include:

“BET Remembers: Kobe…

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RISING R&B STAR STEVEN G OFFICIALLY RELEASES "HANDCUFFS" VIA ENTERTAINMENT ONE

RISING R&B STAR STEVEN G OFFICIALLY RELEASES “HANDCUFFS” VIA ENTERTAINMENT ONE

February 21, 2020 – New York, NY) Ushering in a new evolution of R&B music, LA native Steven G is excited to officially release his single “Handcuffs”via Entertainment One (eOne). Produced by 15Hunnit Boy of the hit making collective 1500 or Nothin’ (Jay Z, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake), the single is proving to have what it takes to be a smash hit, garnering over 2.1 million streams on Soundclouda…

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ROYCE 5'9" RELEASES NEW ALBUM ‘THE ALLEGORY’

ROYCE 5’9″ RELEASES NEW ALBUM ‘THE ALLEGORY’

February 21, 2020 (NYC) – Today, Entertainment One (eOne) and Heaven Studios, Inc. are pleased to announce the release of THE ALLEGORY, Royce 5’9”’s progressive and conceptual examination of the new Americana in 2020. THE ALLEGORY is now available on all DSP’s.

THE ALLEGORY examines a climate where frauds are being perpetrated all around us.  While some of those frauds eventually make…

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Toyota Salutes Negro Leagues Baseball Centennialwith Upcoming 2020Toyota Highlander Commercial,“Home Team”

Negro Leagues Baseball Veteran, Jim Robinson, shares his experiences during the Home Team Media Brunch at the Apollo Theater with moderator and ESPN/ABC correspondent, Ryan Smith.

PLANO, Texas (February 19, 2020) – In celebration of an iconic moment in American history, Toyotapays tribute to 100 years of Negro Leagues Baseball in the latest creative as part of the marketing campaign for the…

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MERRY JANE and Entertainment One release first ever music recording to feature sounds extracted from Cannabis plants

MERRY JANE and Entertainment One release first ever music recording to feature sounds extracted from Cannabis plants

Toronto, ON (October 17, 2019) – Today marks the much-anticipated release of “Sticky Situation”, the first ever commercial music single to prominently feature sounds extracted from Cannabis plants. The song brings together a thrilling tag team combo of cross border (Los Angeles/Toronto) R&B and rap stars of today and tomorrow.  “Sticky Situation” features Juno Award- nominated, Toronto-based R&B…