Tag Archives: black music month
![This past Friday, June 24, same-sex marriages were made legal in New York, continuing conversations in the media and within many homes about the subject. While some are celebrating and making wedding plans others are protesting, as the hot political debate continues. The notion of being Black and openly gay—especially in the entertainment industry—remain controversial and traditionally hush-hush, with many artists choosing to remain in the closet. In light of Black Enterprise’s upcoming Black & Gay in Corporate America cover story [on stands July 19] and BlackEnterprise.com’s continued Black Music Month coverage, we’ve highlighted a few celebrity entertainers who are out and proud. —Janell Hazelwood](http://cdn2.blackenterprise.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2011/06/Black-Enterprise-Gay-Celebrity-620-480-90x100.jpg "Black-Enterprise-Gay-Celebrity-620-480")
Black LGBT Entertainers: Out & Proud
A look at African American celebrities who have gone public with their sexual preference
Since the recent news of New York’s legalization of same-sex marriages, political and social debate…
By Janell Hazelwood
Michael Jackson: Decoding the Brand Power of a Black Music Legend
A reflection on the King of Pop's musical and business impact two years after his passing
As a musical icon Michael Jackson’s legacy spans from record breaking album sales and groundbreaking…
By Andreas Hale
Women in Black Music: Yolanda Adams on ‘Becoming’
As much a businesswoman as an artist, the gospel powerhouse talks about the importance of being diverse, and knowing when to be still
As part of our continuing coverage of women in music for Black Music Month, BlackEnterprise.com…
By Elayne Fluker
Women in Black Music: Jill Scott Steps into the Light of the Sun
It was 10 years ago–no, eleven years ago–when a young Philadelphia poetess had us all…
By Elayne Fluker
Women in Black Music: Top Women Executives Behind the Scenes
These 9 power brokers are calling the shots in the entertainment industry
These black female executives make power moves behind the scenes in the music business
By Janell Hazelwood
Women in Black Music: Getting Paid or Played?
Writer Jamilah Lemieux wonders if girls really "run the (music) world"
Writer Jamilah Lemieux wonders if girls really “run the (music) world”
By Jamilah Lemieux
Behind the Music: Save the Music Programs!
A struggling economy puts the next generation of musicians at risk
A struggling economy puts the next generation of musicians at risk as countless music programs…
By Tamara Warren
Behind the Music: The Anatomy of the Record Deal
Music executives and insiders tell you who you need to have on your team to secure the best deal
Music executives and insiders tell you who you need to have on your team to…
By Tomika Anderson
Black Music Month: Celebrity Managers Who Took Star Children to the Top
These savvy parents used their business sense to lead family to success
Six parents who saw star talent in their children and managed their rise to fame
By Janell Hazelwood
Behind the Music: Momager Sonja Norwood Grows ‘Family Business’ Tree
Industry vet has passion for cultivating careers and advocating for women executives
Industry vet has passion for cultivating careers and advocating for women executives
