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R&B Star Rahsaan Patterson Records Original Song for RAINN | LISTEN to “Don’t Touch Me”

Rahsaan Patterson records anthem, “Don’t Touch Me” for RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)

“After 30 years I finally have an appreciation and love for myself that has been missing for most of my life. The most important thing for me at this point is to be able to communicate through music and art and help others.”

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO “DON’T TOUCH ME”


R&B Star Rahsaan Patterson Opens Up About Childhood Sexual Abuse


February 22, 2012 – (New York, NY) – Mack Avenue recording artist and soul innovator Rahsaan Patterson is the new celebrity ambassador for RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. To continue, please click “MORE”!

CENTRIC Honors Legendary Rapper Heavy D in the Documentary | Feb. 26th, 2012

CENTRIC Honors Legendary Rapper Heavy D in the First Original Documentary Since His Death


 
 
“BE INSPIRED: THE LIFE OF HEAVY D” Premieres Sunday, February 26 At 11 p.m.*


Special guests include: Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah, Will Smith, Doug E. Fresh, Cee-Lo Green, and many more.


NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — On Sunday, February 26 at 11 p.m.*, CENTRIC premieres the first documentary celebrating Heavy D since his death. The hour-long documentary includes interviews and testimonies from entertainment heavyweights including Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah, Will Smith, Brett Ratner, MC Lyte, and more. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Tyrese Gibson, Jill Scott & Blair Underwood Presents… “A Dreamer’s Dream”

TheUrbanMusicScene.com Presents “A Dreamer’s Dream”… By Tyrese Gibson I don’t have a lot of friends.  I’ve never been an industry dude and never wanted to be the biggest star in the world.  Every day, I wake up and work hard at being the best version of myself I can be.  …

BET News & CENTRIC to Broadcast Live Coverage of Whitney Houston’s Funeral Services | Feb. 18th @ 11:30am ET

BET News and CENTRIC to Broadcast Live Coverage of Whitney Houston’s Funeral Services This Saturday, February 18 Beginning at 11:30AM ET, Followed by a One Hour Original Special “BET REMEMBERS WHITNEY” at 7:00PM*

 

NEW YORK, Feb. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The woman, the wonder, the legend….BET and CENTRIC honor the memory of Whitney Houston with a BET News special LIVE: THE HOMEGOING OF WHITNEY HOUSTON premiering this Saturday, February 18, followed by BET REMEMBERS WHITNEY, a one-hour special commemorating the woman best known as The Voice. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) Pays Tribute to Whitney Houston on Feb. 16th, 2012

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Remembers Whitney Houston With Two Hour Special Thursday, February 16 at 9 PM ET/PT

 

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — In memory of Whitney Houston, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network will present a special two hour “Remembering Whitney: The Oprah Interview,” with the music legend’s last in-depth television interview from “The Oprah Winfrey Show” to air this Thursday, February 16 from 9-11 p.m. ET/PT on OWN. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Adele Wins 6 Grammy Awards, Including Record of the Year & More

Adele Takes Home 6 Grammy Awards, Including Record of the Year, Album of the Year and Song of the Year
 

 
ADELE TIES RECORD HELD FOR MOST GRAMMY AWARDS WON BY A FEMALE ARTIST IN A SINGLE YEAR

ADELE’S 21 HAS SPENT 19 WEEKS AT #1 ON THE BILLBOARD 200


NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Tonight’s Grammy Awards confirmed that 2011 truly was the year of Adele.  The 23 year-old singer was honored with 6 Grammy Awards, including “Record of the Year,” “Album of the Year” and “Song of the Year,” tying the record held by Beyoncé for most Grammy Awards won by a female artist in a single year. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Vivica Fox to Host the Allstate Gospel Superfest on March 23rd, 2012

The Allstate Gospel Superfest TV production heads to Memphis, TN for next national recording session!


Memphis, TN February 6, 2012 – The Allstate Gospel Superfest will be held on Friday, March 23, 2012, at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Memphis.  Allstate returns as the title sponsor of the two-day musical spectacular for the fourth consecutive year. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Kirk Whalum to Stream Live 2-Hour Live Concert in Conjunction to the Release of “Romance Language” CD

Whalum to Romance the web



Grammy winning saxophonist will launch his new “Romance Language” album by streaming a live concert on Valentine’s Day


Portland, OR (6 February 2012): Instead of dealing with crowded, overpriced restaurants on Valentine’s Day, stay home, light a few candles and let Grammy winning saxophonist Kirk Whalum set the mood for romance with a live two-hour concert streaming at 11:30 PM ET/8:30 PM PT in conjunction with the release of his 29th album, “Romance Language.” To continue, please click “MORE”!

Actress Tre Armstrong to Receive Award at the 3rd Annual Black History Month Gala in Ottawa

BLACK HISTORY MONTH GALA
HONORS
TRE ARMSTRONG

 

Choreographer, Actress, Dancer and Mentor, Tre Armstrong will receive the prestigious “Success, Engagement, Empowerment Award” at the 3rd Annual Black History Month Gala, Saturday, February 4, 2012, in Ottawa. This prestigious award is given to those who reach out and make a difference in communities around the world and at home.  Ms. Armstrong epitomizes these values.  The “So You Think You Can Dance Canada” Judge works tirelessly through the Tre Armstrong Give Back Foundation, teaching youth through dance and workshops the importance of feeling good about themselves, not letting the past hold them hostage, but allowing the future to set them free. To continue, please click “MORE”!

New England Patriot Bret Lockett Releases New Single & Campaign Giveaway

NFL Super Bowl 2012 New England Patriot, Bret Lockett
Releases Single “Get It All” Featuring Prince Syc and DeJuan Turrentine
Along With “Get It All” Campaign Giveaway

NFL New England Patriot Bret Lockett,
Prince Syc and DeJuan Turrentine are coming together to launch the much
anticipated single and music video “Get It All”. This dynamic trio is
banding together for this one time project in collaboration. These 3
gentlemen have also created a contest for 2 Super Bowl tickets for their
fans to win through the http://www.getitallcampaign.com.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 01, 2012

3 Stars were born and then they were brought together.

The world has been familiar with these three faces, but now Super
Bowl 2012 New England Patriot Bret Lockett, Prince Syc and DeJuan
Turrentine are coming together to accomplish what they were born to do,
music. To continue, please click “MORE”!