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UB Spotlight: Cast of ‘By Any Means’ Talk New Film
Directed by Elegance Bratton, “By Any Means” hits theaters This Friday September 4th via Paramount Pictures. Based on a true story, a young Black FBI agent (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) is sent into 1960s Mississippi to investigate a wave of brutal killings targeting civil rights leaders. Forced to work alongside notorious mafia hitman Greg Scarpa (Mark Wahlberg), he finds himself pulled…
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UB Exclusive Preview: Cuba Gooding Jr. Stars In ‘Atlas King’
Directed and written by Nika Agiashvili, “Atlas King” is streaming now on Prime Video. “Atlas King” (UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping) returns home to find the city’s fight game is now ruled by ruthless crime boss Clay Emerson (Cuba Gooding Jr.), whose iron grip threatens to wipe out the last remnants of his former empire and seize total control…
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The UB Interview: Angelo Maldonado Jr. Talks ‘Raising Kanan’ + Mental Health
Angelo Maldonado Jr. is a multifaceted Latino-American talent, transitioning from a background in music and comedy into an actor who has worked with notable names in film and television. After performing alongside music legends Patti LaBelle and Wyclef Jean on “Last Call with Carson Daly” in 2004, Angelo Maldonado Jr. quickly established himself as a versatile talent across music and…
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UB Spotlight: Brandy’s Daughter Sy’Rai Talks ‘Cold War’
Sy’Rai, daughter of one of our faves Brandy, will release her debut EP tomorrow August 28th via Hitmaker Music Group. Entitled “Cold War,” the EP explores themes of unexpected emotional heartbreak. The newest single “Bullseye” was written by Sy’Rai alongside Tradessa Willis and Trevon Trapper (Shakespeare!), and Stephon “WBMLY” Wimberly. UB was in the house for the private listening party…
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R&B Bridgez: Celebrating AALIYAH 25 Years Later
25 years ago today, we loss an angel. This R&B Bridgez celebrates her remarkable legacy, cut short too soon. Aaliyah Haughton was born on January 16, 1979 in Brooklyn, New York. At the age of five, her family moved to Detroit where she started what seemed to be a promising career. Only time would tell if this upcoming star would…
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R&B Bridgez: Donell Jones + JOE
Two of the most underrated accomplished singers and songwriters to come from R&B Donell Jones and Joe. Will take the VERZUZ stage Tonight at 9 p.m. EDT/6 p.m. PDT. Fans can stream the event live via Apple Music and Complex. Donell stated; “For me, it’s not really a VERZUZ. It’s a celebration. We’re not going to do what the other…
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The UB Interview + Exclusive Preview: Legendary Yo-Yo Talks ‘Downright Delicious’ + ‘Slide’
Grammy-nominated rapper Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker‘s “Downright Delicious with Yo-Yo,” returned this month for a new season! A new episode airs tonight Thursday, August 20th at 8pm ET. on aspire TV. In this fun series, Yo-Yo is whipping up some of her favorite dishes, cocktails, desserts and more. Hanging out with Yo-Yo guarantees a great time with excellent company and delicious…
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‘Legends of Gospel: Vegas Residency’ | Clark Sisters, Fred Hammond + Deitrick Haddon
IKON Presents has teamed up with Dr. Holly Carter, President & CEO of Relévé Entertainment, to announce “Legends of Gospel: Vegas Residency,” the first Gospel music residency on the Las Vegas Strip this music era! The opening weekend will feature three of Gospel music’s most celebrated and influential acts sharing a single Strip stage for the first time: the highest-selling…
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The UB Interview + Preview: Ashia Talks ’90 Day Fiancé’
A new episode of “90 Day Fiancé” premieres tomorrow August 16th at 8 p.m. ET/PT on TLC and streams the next day on HBO Max. TLC’s “90 Day Fiancé” returns to chronicle the high-stakes journey of Americans and their international partners as they reunite in the U.S. under the pressure of the K-1 visa process, with just 90 days to…
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The UB Interview: Crystal Tamar Talks Forthcoming EP
Crystal Tamar is a natural star. The moment she walks into a room, her magnetic energy and striking style command attention before she even says a word. But when she sings, it is her exceptional vocal dexterity, effortless breath control, and deep emotional connection to the lyrics that reveal where her truest artistic passion lies. A native of La Marque—a…
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