No one knows how to celebrate Spooktober like the actors who power the industry that brings horror to our living rooms year-round. Film is our
Blacula was horrifying, but not as terrifying as ‘The Exorcist’, which was showing the same year. Nonetheless, it should have been up there in the top 25 for all time horror flicks.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees were announced early this year. Seven of these inductees are African Americans. This makes this year’s
This time of year awakens our desire to scare ourselves, and horror movies are the perfect method. Horror has grown into a massive industry, and
“I had to learn every mistake I made is on me. I had to grow up mentally. I told myself it’s time to focus and be accountable to myself and my family.”
The Defensive Player of the Year award isn’t the most popular award of the league, but it takes a special player to win it.
First it was leaked out that Gruden in 2011 made comments about the NFL Players Association Attorney De Maurice Smith’s appearance in a racist trope about his lips. This was in frustration because of the labor unrest at that time facing the possibility of no season or a lockout shortened season.
Once again, Dave Chappelle is under criticism from various LGBTQ community members. The provocative comedian seems to respond to prior accusations of transphobia and homophobia
According to Web MD, former talk show host Montell Williams told Oprah Winfrey that the pain has been a challenge since his MS diagnosis in 1999.He currently, is raising awareness about the disease through the Montell Williams MS Foundation.
Bills vs Chiefs – Game of the week in my eyes. The Chiefs have two losses already, to win this game would re-establish them at the league’s best team. The Bills are squashing people, and playing really well, and have the momentum. The Chiefs have come back to the pack a bit. Bills establish themselves as an elite team in the league.
Uprising is spearheaded by the director Katie McGrath, a local, who’d just moved back to St Louis from New York City. Our deliberately diverse group’s ancestors who came in chains on slave ships; some via chain migration, and some fleeing hunger or religious persecution. But here we all are now. We belong here, and we belong to each other.
“I want my people to know I served and fought for them to have opportunities.”
– Jackie Denise (Croffett)
My first thought was, either I was being hacked or my bullying ways have finally caught up with me. So, I digressed and found other ways to entertain myself.
A little tap into the finale of MLB today. I don’t mean to be singling people out. However, when you have some rising black stars
To be or not be vaccinated? The debate grows louder as both the NHL and NBA training camp’s approach. While at least 90 per cent
Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre will all take the stage for the Pepsi Half-time show in Inglewood, California, Sunday,
Some would say that Manny Pacquiao has had three Hall of Fame careers. One where he fought his famous rivals at 130-135 pounds. Six wins over Morales, Marquez, and Barrera would put him in the hall of fame alone.
Kelly wanted her family, friends and fans to know that she was indeed doing well. The moment the world thoughts Kelly was missing, she was just recovering and trying to rehabilitate herself, as a long hauler.
Kofi Siriboe and Jade Eshete are the leads in the film, Really Love on Netflix. Once of the top indie films of the year.
The Mac is back! If you enjoyed “Poor Little Mixed Girl,” author, LaMonique Mac, has released the next two books in “The Mixed Girl Series.” Tune in today as we discuss “Mixed Out” and “Snakes in the Mix,” then purchase your copies of both books today
If you miss listening to live poetry readings due to pandemic restrictions, tune in today for the Eating as an Act of Worship Ministries Radio Show! Our special guest is author, poet, and spoken word artist, Tabatha Jones. Join us as we discuss her new release, “The Joy’s Joy.”
Safety and security in the home, workplace, and entertainment venues is of paramount importance in the wake of an unprecedented epidemic of mass shootings in our country. Tune in today as we discuss Sabrina Osso’s innovative approach to make homes and communities safer.
Dr. Sam Kogoglanian is a cardiologist, philanthropist, and published author.
After weeks of witness testimonies, the racketeering case levied against Robert Kelly – better known as R. Kelly has come to a close. After nine
Former KU Track Star forms #TEAMIAM, an influencer haven, to support and promote athletes and rising stars around around the world. Watch The Diino Show
That’s actually how I started my career as a business manager for my oldest brother Pastor Michael Lampkin & Prosperity. My big brother is my Pastor and absolute favorite artist and my inspiration, it was through him that I realized my gifts and true potential as an artist and executive.
The stage at the Dome at America’s Center is set for the Stones concert. That concert launches their 13-date tour. It will be the band’s first St. Louis show since 2006 when they performed at the Savvis Center, now known as Enterprise Center.
BBQ, BAND and BEER is what they are promoting this great event as. The 6th annual Q in the Lou is taking place October 1-3, 2021 in Kiener Plaza. That is a weekend of succulent delicacy and stomach filling fun.
Cardinals vs Jaguars – The Jaguars made a major mistake giving their head coaching job to Urban Meyer, the countdown clock to his quitting and going back to his old day job of being a College head coach has started. Cardinals for the win.
No doubt you’re ready to stretch your legs and get back into the music festival circuit with your newfound freedom this fall. With over half
Jokic had an excellent season, where he averaged a career-best in several categories. He averaged 26.4 points, 10.8 rebounds and 8.3 assists (all career best). Jokic also played in all 72 games last season and averaged another career-best in minutes (playing 34.6 minutes per game).
Rams vs Colts – The shellacking of poor Carson Wentz continues. He was pummeled terribly in week 1, and seeing Aaron Donald on deck in week 2, it won’t get much better. Rams and Matt Stafford roll over the Colts. LA gets the W!
From the months leading up to the launch party, there was several important meet and greet sessions scheduled on Wednesdays in August, at 3pm. The guests were able to meet the hosts and producers, and find out more about the network, that will be on Roku, Apple TV and Fire TV.
Image source: The Independent We all agree music is a universal language. The hip-hop genre is in itself a richly diverse category which has outgrown
However, promoter Patrick Robinson of Bout Money Entertainment, like any other Independent gig operator, continues to push forward. Now, that we as a nation know what we are faced with, you get vaccinated or not, but continue to wear masks and social distancing.
De La Hoya tested positive for the coronavirus and the plans changed. So, in stepped former Heavyweight Champion Evander Holyfield who is a whopping 58 years of age.
I asked Kareem when it’s all said and done and his career is over. What is it that he wants people to know about him? “That I was a hardworking individual that cared for my passion and the craft that I did. I never wanted the spotlight. I just wanted the business. the fame is cool. But I always wanted the business and to be an impact within the business and the culture.”
A little about Chef Marcus, he is also a television star and author, who wants his black people to enjoy different varieties of chef’s recipes. And with that being the case, he went as far as tracing food back to the African continent, to the Caribbean, all over the United States and beyond.
The NFL’s return is upon us once again, and it’s that time to start making predictions about how things will play out this year. After a year of playing in front of empty stadiums, makes it an exciting prospect to have full stadiums once again.
We thought we would continue the 40th bday celebration with a BeyDay2021 playlist.
On September 4th, 2021 is Beyonce’s 40th Bday. Our team at The Narrative Matters wanted to celebrate this milestone and her importance to the culture! #HappyBdayBey
One of the most anticipated stories in music is coming to your screen, Bitchin, The Sound and Fury of Rick James Premieres Sept 3rd
With a slew of extraordinary African American films being slated to release in the next few months such as The Harder they Fall, King Richard and Respect, the cinema phenomenon hasn’t been more prevalent than it is today.
It’s finally out! Kanye’s Donda album has to be the most anticipated album of year and just this weekend it was released. To hip-hop fans,
However, I am so glad that this wonderful young man, who is a great educator in St Louis, whose extraordinary talent is embraced all over social media, is doing fine. If he isn’t in the classroom teaching his students the new skills of life. You may find him in the studio recording songs and films.
This event is a long time coming and of course St Louis’ most popular talents will be part of it. The opening weekend is August 28, and run through Sunday, August 29th, starting promptly at 10:30 am. With the exhibit being around to enjoy until January, 2023.
The second week of the month-long trial of Robert Kelly, popularly known as R. Kelly, kicked off with jurors getting to hear the testimony of
The time that everyone has been waiting for has finally arrived. The Red Carpet Film Premiere event for “The Greatest Stories Never Told part 2”
Beyoncé and Jay-Z are the new faces for Tiffany & Co. and introduce the launch with a photoshoot with a never before-seen painting by Jean-Michel
For many years this seemed like a fair trade. A free education in exchange for playing sports at your college university.
This premiere is very important to me and dear to my heart. When I first started writing and directing short films, I wanted to bring them to life as a collective.
The reception is designed to honor Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) media excellence and highlight the need for increased media diversity.
Fox’s 911 Star Angela Bassett makes history as the highest-paid Black actress on TV. Following a series of pay increases on Fox’s drama series 9-1-1, Angela
Courtney Kemp and Netflix are teaming up.
The Power tv creator Courtney Kemp landing a new deal with Netflix According to Deadline, the television writer and producer has reportedly signed a four-year overall
I have seen some low down and dirty films before and not once have I ever come upon a movie like I Care A Lot. This film has so many twists and turns, and it is a wonder it wasn’t made on the big screen.
The summer’s most anticipated movie on the life of the iconic, Aretha Franklin.
The Tokyo Olympics came to a close on Sunday 8th August with a colorful closing ceremony and the handover of the Olympic Games to the next host city.
ESPN, as a cable network, has been around for 40 years now, and much has changed since it first came over the air.
For months on end, the Washington Football team was under investigation for fostering a toxic work environment…
Biopics have always fascinated me because you get an insider’s look into some of your favorite artists’ lives.
Durant, in Saitama, Japan, led the Team towards gold.
On Friday, August 6th, Allyson Michelle Felix set a record by being the most decorated female athlete at the Tokyo Olympics.
This is probably the most anticipated album of the year – an album dedicated to his late mother, Donda.
With the world always moving at a fast pace and technology rapidly growing, it’s nearly impossible to get the inside track on which new artists are making a name for themselves in the music industry.
Rihanna is now worth $1.7 billion according to Forbes, making her the wealthiest female musician in the world right, next to Oprah Winfrey as the richest female entertainer.
Simone Biles makes her return to competition at the Tokyo Olympics and captured bronze in Tuesday’s balance beam final.
Great news! Simone Biles will compete in the women’s beam event final on Tuesday at the Tokyo Olympics, USA Gymnastics announced.
Last week has been a roller coaster of emotions…
Locality Bar is the place to be for the BEST craft cocktails in Bridgeport TX!
The 2020 Tokyo have been unconventional, to say the least, and Team USA hasn’t had the best…
Throughout the years, Hollywood has defined what the Old West looked like in movies starring the likes of John Wayne and Clint Eastwood.
In the United States, the Olympics will be broadcast entirely by NBC and its affiliates. NBC owns the exclusive rights to Olympic broadcasts and will use its family of networks to broadcast the events.
After a delay of one year, the Tokyo Olympics are finally ongoing. The United States used the upsurge of fourteen medals…
Last year’s postponement of the Olympics has brought some excitement towards the 29th edition of the modern Olympic Games that will happen in Tokyo, Japan, on 24th July.
Karen originated from Scandinavia. The name arose from Aikaterine, which is a Greek word meaning pure.
Marvel Studios has finally done it. After countless collections of superhero films being created, fans have been murmuring for this one film in particular to go into production since 2014.
Chicago Sky forward, Candace Parker, is the first female cover athlete on the popular video game 2K22 special edition in honor of the WNBA’s 25th anniversary.
The 56,000 square foot museum is a celebration of the vast influence of Black artists on the American soundtrack.
St. Louis is always full of memorable things to do. It’s known as the city of firsts, the city shoes, booze and Blues, so why
We have put together a list of some of our favorite positive black fathers and role models on television over the years.
Deep in the Bronx, the Hip-Hop Museum takes inspiration from its iconic founders to present the history of this music to the people it hopes to inspire.
James “Cool Papa” Bell was well known for being one of the fastest men in the league.
