Tag Archives: Music Industry
Why You Mad?: We Gave Gwyneth Paltrow Permission to Use the N-Word
Pop culture's --- and our--- loose use of the word diminishes its negative impact
With the news that Gwenyth Paltrow used the N-word in a Twitpic caption, many find…
By Janell Hazelwood
Leave Justin Combs Alone: Whether Rich or Poor, An Earned Reward is His To Keep
Any wealthy offspring who doesn't embody negative stereotypes should be lauded
The argument that the son of a multimillionaire should return a scholarship he rightfully earned…
By Janell Hazelwood
Kevin Liles Offers Valuable Assessment for Today’s Professionals
Tool provides vital insight on career strengths, weaknesses, purpose
Music executive-turned-entrepreneur urges youth to find best career that suits their talents and purpose.
By Janell Hazelwood
Mark of a Leader: 5 Steps to Keeping Your Cool While Under Pressure
Music manager and entrepreneur Yandy Smith details tried-and-true tactics
Music manager and entrepreneur Yandy Smith details tried-and-true tactics that helped in her rise to…
By Yandy Smith
How I Did It: Orchestra Founder Jeri Lynne Johnson Breaks Racial Boundaries
Musician and entrepreneur created own opportunities after adversity
Founder of the Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra decided to fill a void in the classical…
By BlackEnterprise.com
7 Black Entertainers Who Became American Idols after ‘American Bandstand’
Legendary American Bandstand host Dick Clark broke many acts on his show, including these black musicians who later became true American idols
On Wednesday, April 18, 2012, Dick Clark passed away at the age of 82 after…
By Anslem Samuel
My Journey Into Producing ‘Life, Love, Soul’ and My Inspiration from a Phenom Film Entrepreneur
Yandy Smith talks newest venture and success with director Noel Calloway
Entertainment manager Yandy Smith has embarked on a new venture: film producer of Life, Love,…
By Yandy Smith
David Banner Reminds Consumers of Their Buying Power
With his 2M1 Movement the opinionated entertainer looks to show corporations that the true power belongs to the people
With the launch of his 2M1 Movement, David Banner inspires consumers to recognize their buying…
By David Banner
Hot Ad Mess: Is Lack of Color in the Advertising Biz to Blame for MJB/Burger King Snafu??
After official Mary J. Blige response, I'm still shaking my head
As the Burger King chicken wrap hoopla continues, questions arise about lack of diversity in…
By Janell Hazelwood
UPDATE: Burger King Pulls Chicken Ad, But Damage to Mary J. Blige Brand Already Done
We all make mistakes. Here are a few suggestions for a better brand move
After an outpour of backlash about a Mary J. Blige commercial that raises more than…
