Jussie Smollett Marks His Directorial Debut With Classic Novel ‘B-Boy Blues’
Jussie will make his directorial debut for B-Boy Blues, an adaptation of James Earl Hardy’s best-selling 1994 book. B-Boy Blues follows the tumultuous relationship between Mitchell Crawford, a 27-year old journalist, and Raheim Rivers, a 21-year old bicycle messenger and B-boy (banjee boy). They meet in a gay bar in Greenwich Village in the summer of 1993. The B-boy hangs out on street corners, […]
World Renowned Artist Kadir Nelson Portrait Time Lapse Black Ish Season 7
Celebrated artist Kadir Nelson’s “black-ish Tea” offers visual commentary on the current state of the world and the oft-time uncomfortable spaces that African Americans have historically occupied in America. Season 7 of black-ish begins Wednesday, October 21 at 9:30|8:30c on ABC.
Ludacris Lands Animated Series ‘Karma’s World’ at Netflix
Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges is next up in the animation world . The Entertainer is set to create and executive produce “Karma’s World,” an animated musical kids show which just received a series order at Netflix. The order is for 40 11-minute episodes. “Karma’s World,” which is aimed at children aged six to nine, is inspired by Bridges’ oldest daughter Karma […]
Mara Brock Akil Inks Overall Deal With Netflix
Mara Brock Akil, creator/showrunner behind such series as Girlfriends, The Game and Being Mary Jane, has signed a multi-year overall deal with Netflix to create new original content. “We are thrilled to welcome Mara Brock Akil to Netflix,” said Channing Dungey, VP Original Series, Netflix. “Her signature storytelling, authentic perspective and captivating characters have long entertained audiences and proven to […]
Beats By Dre Introduces Affordable Earphones Beats Flex
Beats has announced its most accessible premium wireless earphones to date, Beats Flex, which delivers high-quality sound for $49.99 USD: a fraction of the price of other Beats offerings. The Beats Flex builds upon the design of the BeatsX, featuring significant improvements like magnetic auto-play/pause earbuds, a 12-hour battery life, improved sound quality and extended wireless range. Stand-out developments in […]
LaMelo Ball 2020 NBA Draft Pick signs with Puma
NBA Draft prospect and soon-to-be lottery pick LaMelo Ball is Puma Basketball’s newest ambassador. “Puma’s been making waves since their comeback to basketball, not just on the court but for the culture,” Ball says via e-mail. “They’re doing big things and are the new wave of hoops.”“Puma was a good fit because they tie basketball, music, and fashion so well […]
