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New Prince Album Featuring Unreleased Demos out in June
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New Prince Album Featuring Unreleased Demos out in June

Associated PressApril 26, 2019

NEW YORK (AP) — A new Prince album featuring his versions of songs he wrote for other artists will be released in June. The 15-track “Originals” will include “Nothing Compares 2 U,” the No. 1 hit for Sinéad O’Connor; “The Glamorous Life,” Sheila E.‘s signature song and Top 10 pop hit; and Kenny Rogers’ “You’re My Love,” which Prince wrote under the name Joey Coco in 1986. The album will be available on Jay-Z’s Tidal streaming platform exclusively for two weeks starting June 7, which would have been his 61st birthday; it will be widely available on June 21, including

Nipsey Hussle: A Legacy That Transcends Rap 
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Nipsey Hussle: A Legacy That Transcends Rap 

Lauren A. Jones, E. Mesiyah McGinnis and Brandon I. BrooksApril 4, 2019

The murder of Nipsey Hussle is personal. It is personal to me. It is personal to a generation in looking at social media and news interviews, there was a clear message that his death was felt deeply and hurt immensely, and particularly for anyone who came into contact with him, no matter how brief the interaction.   

Spirituality, Activism and Social Transformation
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Spirituality, Activism and Social Transformation

Russell Simmons, Exclusive to the NNPA NewswireApril 4, 2019

The Black community in America has not lashed out with retribution, violence or hate. We remain the most abused, but have maintained a commitment to Dr. King’s principle of nonviolence. As a people we are still the most non-harming collective. Throughout the centuries we have been God-fearing and compassionate. But Scripture says, “faith without works is dead.” We must as a collective come together and where necessary, partner with others who have the same concerns and stand up.

Beyoncé and JAY-Z to be honored at the 30th Annual GLAAD Media Awards for Accelerating LGBTQ Acceptance on March 28, 2019, in Los Angeles
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Beyoncé and JAY-Z to be honored at the 30th Annual GLAAD Media Awards for Accelerating LGBTQ Acceptance on March 28, 2019, in Los Angeles

March 22, 2019

GLAAD, the world’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, today announced that it will honor Beyoncé and JAY-Z together with the Vanguard Award for their LGBTQ allyship at the 30th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles at the Beverly Hilton on Thursday, March 28, 2019.

Beyonce, Jay-Z to be Honored at GLAAD Media Awards
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Beyonce, Jay-Z to be Honored at GLAAD Media Awards

Associated Press -MESFIN FEKADUMarch 12, 2019

NEW YORK (AP) — Beyonce and Jay-Z are getting recognized for achievements outside of music: The power couple will be honored at the GLAAD Media Awards for accelerating LGBTQ acceptance. GLAAD announced Monday that the Carters will receive its Vanguard Award at its 30th annual awards on March 28 at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. The award, previously given to Cher, Janet Jackson, Elizabeth Taylor and Antonio Banderas, honors “allies who have made a significant difference in promoting acceptance of LGBTQ people,” GLAAD said. GLAAD said Beyonce, who has a large gay fanbase, is being recognized for speaking

Jay Z Puts His Advocacy to Action in Support of 21 Savage
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Jay Z Puts His Advocacy to Action in Support of 21 Savage

Sentinel News WireFebruary 6, 2019

Jay-Z , 21 Savage  According to TMZ,  Jay-Z is coming to the defense of 21 Savage, slamming his arrest by ICE and throwing some major support his way … including help with his upcoming legal battle. The hip-hop mogul calls the arrest and detention of the “Bank Account” rapper “an absolute travesty” … and points out his U Visa application has been pending for years. Jay says … “In addition to being a successful recording artist, 21 deserves to be reunited with his children immediately.” Also, even though Savage isn’t a Roc Nation artist, Jay-Z’s company has responded to what

WATCH: Jay-Z, Meek Mill and Members of the NFL Announce Formation of Criminal Justice Reform Lobby Organization “Reform Alliance”
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WATCH: Jay-Z, Meek Mill and Members of the NFL Announce Formation of Criminal Justice Reform Lobby Organization “Reform Alliance”

Sentinel News Wire / Associated Press -DEEPTI HAJELAJanuary 23, 2019

NEW YORK (AP) — A coalition of big names in sports and entertainment pledged their high-profile platforms and $50 million on Wednesday at the launch of an organization that will lobby for changes to state probation and parole laws. Rapper Meek Mill, whose well-publicized prison sentence for minor probation violations became a lightning rod for the issue, was joined at a New York City news conference by fellow rapper Jay-Z and the owners of the Philadelphia 76ers, Brooklyn Nets and the Super Bowl-bound New England Patriots to announce the formation of the Reform Alliance. “I’m here to speak for all

Oprah, Jay Z, Diddy, Michael Jordan, and Tiger Woods are 5 of the Top 10 of Forbes America’s Wealthiest Celebrities of 2018
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Oprah, Jay Z, Diddy, Michael Jordan, and Tiger Woods are 5 of the Top 10 of Forbes America’s Wealthiest Celebrities of 2018

Sentinel News WireDecember 19, 2018

Forbes has released its annual “2018 of America’s Wealthiest Celebrities”, and African Americans make up half of the Top 10. America’s Wealthiest Celebrities 2018 1. George Lucas Net worth: $5.4 billion 2. Steven Spielberg $3.7 billion 3. Oprah Winfrey $2.8 billion 4. Michael Jordan $1.7 billion   5. (tie) Jay-Z $900 million 5. (tie) Kylie Jenner $900 million 7. David Copperfield $875 million 8. Diddy $825 million 9. (tie) Tiger Woods $800 million $800 million 9. (tie) James Patterson $800 million To learn more click here.

Global Citizen Fest Honors Mandela Legacy Amidst Huge Crowd Of Beyoncé Fans
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Global Citizen Fest Honors Mandela Legacy Amidst Huge Crowd Of Beyoncé Fans

Global Information NetworkDecember 17, 2018

A massive turnout of die-hard fans of superstars Beyoncé and her husband Jay-Z filled every available square inch of the Johannesburg FNB stadium for the closing night of the Global Citizen Festival organized to honor the 100thanniversary of the birth of Nelson Mandela and raise $1 billion to address poverty, food security, global health and other social issues.