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Month: August 2019
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News
UB Celebrates: The 25th Anniversary of Boyz II Men’s ‘II’
Formed at Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts by Nathan Morris and Marc Nelson (who eventually left), later joined by fellow school choir members Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman and Michael McCrary, Boyz II Men found their inspiration in the echoes of their school bathroom and their city’s tradition in classic a cappella and doo-wop harmonies. Inspired by…
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UB Coverage: Brandy Receives ‘BMI President’s Award’
Last night, BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) celebrated the songwriters, producers and publishers of the past year’s most-performed R&B/hip-hop songs during the 2019 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards held at the Sandy Springs Arts Center in Atlanta. Multiple-award-winning singer/songwriter and actress Brandy received the BMI President’s Award in recognition of her powerful impact on the entertainment industry and her timeless hits, which have…
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Sebastian Mikael to Join Mahalia’s ‘Love and Compromise’ Tour
Sebastian Mikael has been announced for Mahalia’s Love and Compromise Tour this fall. Sebastian Mikael announced the news via his Instagram: “Big news, big tings ? Happy to be supporting @mahalia on her upcoming “Love and Compromise” North American Tour!!! Lemme know which city I’ll be seein’ y’all in!” The tour starts September 22nd in Detroit. Sebastian is currently enjoying…
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Black Girls Rock!® | Performances by India.Arie, Erykah Badu, Monica, Cece Peniston, Elle Varner + More
Today BET Networks and Beverly Bond, Executive Producer and Creator of Black Girls Rock!® announce the performers at The 2019 Black Girls Rock!® Awards on BET. The line-up will include India.Arie, Common, Erykah Badu, Ari Lennox, Elle Varner, Monica, Kiana Ledé, and Maimouna Youssef aka Mumu Fresh. House music icons, Crystal Waters, Cece Peniston, Robin S., and DJ Cocoa Chanelle…
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Interviews
The UB Interview: James Fortune Talks New Release ‘Dream Again’
James Fortune is a GRAMMY® nominated and Stellar Award winning gospel music artist, father, husband, and author. He lives in Houston, Texas and is best known for his transparent records that speak to the hearts and souls of his listeners. – “Dream Again” is a collection of special announcements, personalized just for you. The opening track will undoubtedly pull listeners…
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Stream Lyfe Jennings Final Album ‘777’
Lyfe Jennings has released his seventh and final studio album “777.” Lyfe Jennings remains exactly who fans and critics expected him to be. For this release, Lyfe selected from over 100 songs narrowing down to a collection of 16 songs that he feels are the best representation of where he is today. On 777, Lyfe‘s writing style and unique vocal…
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Missy Elliott Returns with New EP ‘ICONOLOGY’ | New Visual ‘Throw It Back’
Five-time GRAMMY® Award winner Missy Elliott surprises fans with a new collection of songs, unveiling her EP “ICONOLOGY,” which is available now via Atlantic Records/Goldmind on streaming services now. “ICONOLOGY” includes the remarkable new single, “Throw It Back,” the track is accompanied by a new companion video, co-starring Teyana Taylor. Produced by Elliott, Timbaland and Wili Hendrix, “ICONOLOGY” also includes…
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Kevin Michael Returns With The Sensual ‘Down’
Earlier this summer Kevin Michael released the teaser single “Sidenixxa.” An ode to, Faith Evans of sorts. He’s prepping for his new release the “Quiet Cool” EP, coming this fall. Now he’s released the new sensual single “Down,” with a sensual cover to go with it. “When I’m loving you And you’re loving me When we’re body to body Underneath…
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Big Sean, H.E.R., Normani & More to Perform at VMAs
Today, MTV announced that A$AP Ferg, Big Sean, H.E.R., Normani, and Ozuna have been added to the lineup of performers for the 2019 VMAs. MTV also announced that Alex Morgan, Ali Krieger & Ashlyn Harris (US Women’s National Soccer Team), Bebe Rexha, Billy Ray Cyrus, French Montana, Hailee Steinfeld, Ice-T, John Travolta, Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye), Keke Palmer, Lenny…
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Fantasia Announces “Sketchbook” Tour | Robin Thicke, Tank & The Bonfyre
Fantasia is gearing up for her new album release “Sketchbook,” coming this fall. In support she has officially announced her new tour! The newly announced North American concerts are scheduled to run from October to December. Joining Fantasia will be Robin Thicke, Tank and The Bonfyre. Watch their announcement below. The general public on-sale begins August 23rd. Pre-sales for American…
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