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Chuck Brown’s Life is Celebrated on AFGE’s “Inside Government”

Listen now! Life of go-go music legend Chuck Brown celebrated on “Inside Government”



WASHINGTON, June 5, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” for a look back on the life of go-go music legend Chuck Brown. The show, which originally aired on Friday, June 1, is now available on demand.

Brown, “The Godfather of Go-Go,” died recently at the age of 75. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Singer Macy Gray to Appear on Letterman & Howard Stern This Week

Macy Gray To Appear On Letterman And Howard Stern This Week
 

 
EXTENSIVE SUMMER U.S. TOUR WITH SEAL KICKS OFF IN JULY

“COVERED”- HER ALL NEW ALBUM FEATURING SONGS BY METALLICA, ARCADE FIRE, RADIOHEAD, EURYTHMICS AND OTHERS AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE

SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Macy Gray, newly signed with 429 Records is continuing her high profile promotional push for her new album, “COVERED” with scheduled appearances on Letterman and Howard Stern, as well as interviews and performances on CNN and Out.com. To continue, please click “MORE”!

APOLLO LIVE To Hold Auditions in New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago and Atlanta

APOLLO LIVE — CENTRIC’s New Talent Competition Series — To Hold Auditions in New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago and Atlanta
 

Hosted by Comedian Tony Rock, the New Talent Competition will Feature Judges Michael Bivins and Doug E. Fresh


NEW YORK, May 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —

WHAT:

CENTRIC, BET Network’s signature channel kicks off auditions for its new original series APOLLO LIVE.  Inspired by the Apollo’s legendary Amateur Night and hosted by comedian/actor Tony Rock, the show will include new, exciting elements such as a judging panel featuring R&B producer/artist Michael Bivins and hip-hop legend Doug E. Fresh.

WHERE:

NEW YORK

Saturday, May 5th and Sunday, May 6th

Apollo Theater

253 West 125th St., New York, NY 10027

8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

WASHINGTON, D.C.

Tuesday, May 8th and Wednesday, May 9th

THEARC Theater

Building Bridges across the River at THEARC

1901 Mississippi Ave. SE, Suite 101, Washington, D.C. 20020

12:00 p.m. – 6 p.m.

CHICAGO

Friday, May 11th and Saturday, May 12th

Navy Pier

600 E. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

12:00 p.m. – 6 p.m. (on 5/11)

8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (on 5/12)

ATLANTA

Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th

Center Stage

1374 West Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30309

8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Contestants should log on to www.BET.com/Apollo for a complete set of the rules and eligibility requirements.

Contestants should log on to www.BET.com/Apollo for a complete set of the rules and eligibility requirements. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Keyshia Cole Returns to BET for New Original Docu-drama, ‘KEYSHIA COLE: FAMILY FIRST’ | Premieres Fall 2012

R&B Songstress, Keyshia Cole, Returns To BET To Bare Her Soul In A New Original Docu-drama, KEYSHIA COLE: FAMILY FIRST (W.T.*)


 
The Six-Part Series Premieres Fall 2012 On BET

NEW YORK, May 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — BET Networks announces production of its new original docu-drama: KEYSHIA COLE: FAMILY FIRST (W.T.*)  Keyshia Cole’s evolution from a promising R&B star to a multi-platinum selling artist was captured for three seasons by BET on her top-rated reality series, “The Way It Is.” Viewers will once again join her on an emotional journey as she steps into a new chapter of her life.  The new series gives a candid look at the R&B songstress at her most vulnerable, as a wife to NBA star Daniel Gibson, mother to her 2 year old son D.J., daughter, sister, musician and businesswoman. To continue, please click “MORE”!

CeeLo Green Heads to the Studio with Purrfect the Cat to Put Spin on A New Jingle

A Purr-fect Fit: CeeLo Green And Purrfect The Cat Remix Meow Mix® Cat Food Jingle
 

 
CeeLo Green, Recording Artist and Mentor on NBC’s Hit Show “The Voice,” Heads to the Studio with Purrfect the Cat to Put a New Spin on One of America’s Most Memorable Jingles


LOS ANGELES, May 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Talk about the cat’s meow! CeeLo Green, Grammy® Award-winning recording artist and star of “The Voice,” is releasing his most cat-tastic collaboration yet – a remix of the famous Meow Mix® cat food jingle with his Persian kitty, Purrfect the Cat. To continue, please click “MORE”!

WealthTV Premieres New Series, “Insider’s Look” Featuring Ray J

WealthTV Premieres “Insider’s Look” with Ray J


 
Catch Actor, Singer, and Entrepreneur Ray J as you’ve never seen him before.


SAN DIEGO, April 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — WealthTV, cable television’s premier lifestyle and entertainment network, debut a new series giving an “Insider’s Look” at the world’s most captivating celebrities, politicians and entrepreneurs. The premiere episode will take you behind the life of headline grabbing celebrity Ray J as “Insider’s Look” captures the true essence of this sometimes controversial and always influential star. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Viking Announces Acquisition Of Jazz Legend Herbie Hancock’s Memoir

Viking Announces Acquisition Of Jazz Legend Herbie Hancock’s Memoir Viking is pleased to announce the acquisition of the memoir of jazz legend Herbie Hancock.  Clare Ferraro, President of Viking, acquired world rights from Robert Barnett of Williams & Connolly.  Viking plans to publish in the fall of 2014, with Rick …

“VH1 Storytellers” Returns for 16th Season – To Feature Jill Scott and More

“VH1 Storytellers” Returns for a 16th Season With an All New Line Up of Top Singer/Songwriters
 

 
New Season Will Feature Jill Scott, Jason Mraz, Norah Jones, And Grace Potter & the Nocturnals

Episodes Will Premiere on VH1 and Online at Storytellers.VH1.com


SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — VH1 has announced the newest artist lineup of its critically-acclaimed original music franchise, “VH1 Storytellers.” This season will continue to deliver the intimate stories and live performances from some of the most popular and influential music artists of our time. Featured artists premiering this season will include multi-platinum selling artist Jason Mraz, Grammy-winning chanteuses Norah Jones and Jill Scott and roots rockers Grace Potter & the Nocturnals. To Continue, please click “MORE”!

USA Network Upfront to Feature Performances by Jennifer Hudson & Mark Ronson

USA Network Upfront to Feature Headline Performances by Jennifer Hudson and Mark Ronson


 
 
Attendees to the May 17 Event to include Sigourney Weaver, Matt Bomer, Gabriel Macht, Patrick J. Adams, Callie Thorne, Kurt Warner, Piper Perabo, Jeffrey Donovan, Sarah Shahi, Mark Feuerstein, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, James Roday, Michael Ealy and The Miz


NEW YORK, March 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — USA moves into Upfront Week for the first time with the biggest and most spectacular event yet with performances by Oscar and Grammy Award-winner Jennifer Hudson and world-renowned DJ and Grammy Award-winner Mark Ronson. 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”!