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26-Year-Old David Busby Survives Gun Violence and Lands Debut Role on Bounce TV’s “Saints and Sinners”

Atlanta, GA – When viewers watch young, upcoming actor David Busby in his debut recurring role on the third season of Bounce TV’s sizzling series “Saints and Sinners,” they are witnessing the passion of a young man who has had his own personal run-in with real life saints and sinners. Working alongside the show’s veteran […]

Howard University Alumnus Chadwick Boseman To Deliver 2018 Commencement Address

Washington, DC – Howard University President, Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick, announced today that actor and alumnus Chadwick Boseman will deliver the keynote address during Howard University’s 150th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 12, 2018. Mr. Boseman will address members of the Class of 2018 and their families, University trustees, officers, faculty, staff, and alumni. […]

Vocalist Sandra Booker Tributes Sarah Vaughan At Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Jazz Grill

When jazz vocalist Sandra Booker first burst onto the Los Angeles music scene in the 90’s, the comparisons to the legendary Sarah Vaughan came fast and furious. Her stirring, soulful renditions didn’t just mimic the melodious icon, they seemed to channel her. On Sunday, April 22, Booker will pay a unique homage to her muse […]

Ferguson Activist Cori Bush Honors Dr. Kings Dream by Remaining on the Frontline in the Fight for Justice, Livable Wages and Healthcare

Bush hopes to become the first African American Congresswoman from Missouri Ferguson Activist Cori Bush will honor the dream of Martin Luther King, Jr. on April 4th at a special reception in Washington, D.C. Held at the popular gathering place for progressives, activists and believers in democracy—Busboys & Poets on 14th Street, NW—Cori will engage […]

The Joseph & Evelyn Lowery Institute Hosts Africa: Forever Linked Interactive Experience Featuring Thandeka Tutu-Gxashe

Atlanta, GA – The Joseph and Evelyn Lowery Institute for Justice and Human Rights (Lowery Institute) in partnership with the Camellia Rose Chapter of the Links, Inc. will host an educational and interactive simulation of the life of a Malawian girl, as the daughter of Bishop Desmond Tutu, Thandeka Tutu-Gxashe, relates the activities to the […]

College Students Present Social Justice Concepts During Lowery Institute’s 3rd Annual Change Agent Tank

Atlanta, GA – Five entrepreneurial-minded college students will compete for $5000 in the third annual “Change Agent Tank” hosted by the Joseph and Evelyn Lowery Institute for Justice & Human Rights on Wednesday April 12, 2018 6 – 9 PM. The Change Agents will pitch their concept to several distinguished members of the Atlanta business […]

Norman Bush Photo Exhibit Portrays Pre-Digital Era Social Media

Temporary installation will be filmed as part of a documentary about the life of urban street photographer, Norman Bush, Sunday April 15Atlanta, GA – The Bush Family Legacy will present a one-day exhibition of the unique artistry of street photographer, Norman Bush, supported by a conversation about the artwork’s relationship to the culture and politics […]

Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Acquires The Weather Channel

Los Angeles, CA – Entertainment Studios, Inc., (www.es.tv) one of the largest independent producers and distributors of film and television, with 41 shows on the air, and owner of eight 24-hour HD cable television networks reaching nearly 160 million aggregate subscribers nationwide, proudly announces its acquisition of the WEATHER GROUP, parent company of THE WEATHER […]

AfroLife.TV Inks Content Deals

Los Angeles, CA – AfroLife.TV announced today that is has partnered with Chimpanzee Productions, Inc. to license their groundbreaking show, Twelve Disciples of Nelson Mandela, for AfroLife audiences. In the wake of his stepfather’s death, Thomas Allen Harris embarks on a journey of reconciliation with the man who raised him as a son but whom […]