Warner Music Group is making a major investment in the future of Megan Thee Stallion’s career as an independent artist. The music and entertainment company has agreed to provide the Houston rapper with distribution and marketing resources under an agreement that allows her to maintain rights to both her master recordings and publishing.
“This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter of my life and career,” Megan Thee Stallion shared in a statement. “I’m really focused on building an empire and growing as an entrepreneur, so I...
“This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter of my life and career,” Megan Thee Stallion shared in a statement. “I’m really focused on building an empire and growing as an entrepreneur, so I...
- 2/2/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
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The Brooklyn Public Library is honoring Jay-Z, one of New York rap’s greatest, with its “The Book of Hov” exhibit — and an important part of his history has just been added to the display.
Starting Thursday, fans of the rap star will be able to view a new installation that honors one of Jay-Z’s most celebrated videos, 1996’s “Dead Presidents.” For the display, which will run until December, the Brooklyn Public Library partnered with Lexus and Roc Nation to display the 1993 Lexus Gs 300 that Jay-Z drive in the song’s iconic visual.
The Brooklyn Public Library is honoring Jay-Z, one of New York rap’s greatest, with its “The Book of Hov” exhibit — and an important part of his history has just been added to the display.
Starting Thursday, fans of the rap star will be able to view a new installation that honors one of Jay-Z’s most celebrated videos, 1996’s “Dead Presidents.” For the display, which will run until December, the Brooklyn Public Library partnered with Lexus and Roc Nation to display the 1993 Lexus Gs 300 that Jay-Z drive in the song’s iconic visual.
- 9/14/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
Jay-Z was immortalized as a hometown hero and king of rap at the Brooklyn Public Library, where his famed lyrics were plastered on the Central Library Building while the inside featured an exhibit celebrating the mogul’s illustrious career, from his many awards to album covers.
Jay-Z was surprised with the display on Thursday night, as music heavyweights, including Big Daddy Kane, Alicia Keys, Questlove, DJ Khaled and more, celebrated his life and legacy during the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
Jay-Z entered the building — as a band featuring Emmy-winning musical director Adam Blackstone played some of his hits — with daughter Blue Ivy Carter by his side, as patrons cheered loudly and filmed footage with their phones.
The Brooklyn Central Library, displaying the Book of Hov exhibit on Thursday.
Inside, attendees toured The Book of Hov, which was presented in chapters and included various photos of Jay-Z, from portraits to concert...
Jay-Z was surprised with the display on Thursday night, as music heavyweights, including Big Daddy Kane, Alicia Keys, Questlove, DJ Khaled and more, celebrated his life and legacy during the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
Jay-Z entered the building — as a band featuring Emmy-winning musical director Adam Blackstone played some of his hits — with daughter Blue Ivy Carter by his side, as patrons cheered loudly and filmed footage with their phones.
The Brooklyn Central Library, displaying the Book of Hov exhibit on Thursday.
Inside, attendees toured The Book of Hov, which was presented in chapters and included various photos of Jay-Z, from portraits to concert...
- 7/14/2023
- by Mesfin Fekadu
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Today is the grand opening of The Book of Hov, a 40,000-square-foot exhibit at the Brooklyn Public Library crafted in collaboration with Roc Nation. The free exhibit makes full use of the library’s expansive Grand Army Plaza branch, with the front of the institution wrapped with his lyrics, a Jazz Grant-crafted mural in the building’s atrium, and six “zones” dedicated to the music icon’s career and legacy.
The big reveal occurred last night during a star-studded pre-opening party with Jay-Z, Beyonce, their loved ones, and famous friends in attendance.
The big reveal occurred last night during a star-studded pre-opening party with Jay-Z, Beyonce, their loved ones, and famous friends in attendance.
- 7/14/2023
- by Andre Gee
- Rollingstone.com
A new documentary, Exposing Parchman, looks to shine a light on human rights violations at the Mississippi State Penitentiary known as Parchman Farm. The three-hour film, which was co-produced by Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, premieres on A&e on June 17 at 8 p.m. Et.
A trailer shows prisoners complaining about a lack of power and water. Jay-Z comments that “people [are] losing their lives and being covered up.” It also shows a woman talking about how her son didn’t think he’d make it, living there, and another talking about how...
A trailer shows prisoners complaining about a lack of power and water. Jay-Z comments that “people [are] losing their lives and being covered up.” It also shows a woman talking about how her son didn’t think he’d make it, living there, and another talking about how...
- 5/10/2023
- by Kory Grow
- Rollingstone.com
Tribeca Festival 2023 TV Lineup: Steven Soderbergh’s Max Series ‘Full Circle’ Set for World Premiere
The 2023 Tribeca Festival, which announced its film lineup on Tuesday, has now also revealed this year’s TV offerings — including eight series premieres and two first looks at fan favorites. Leading the world premieres is “Full Circle,” from Max (the soon-to-be renamed streamer formerly known as HBO Max) and director Steven Soderbergh. The show, about a botched kidnapping in New York, stars starring Dennis Quaid, Claire Danes, Timothy Olyphant, Zazie Beetz and Jharrel Jerome.
Networks and streamers represented at this year’s Tribeca Festival include Disney+, Max, Apple TV+, Starz, AMC, A&e and BET+. Other premieres include Amazon Prime Video’s “The Horror Of Dolores Roach,” starring Justina Machado; and BET+’s “Diarra From Detroit,” a dark comedy about a divorcing school teacher, from writer and star Diarra Kilpatrick, as well as executive producer Kenya Barris.
Also on tap is the HBO Sports doc “The Golden Boy,” about Oscar De La Hoya,...
Networks and streamers represented at this year’s Tribeca Festival include Disney+, Max, Apple TV+, Starz, AMC, A&e and BET+. Other premieres include Amazon Prime Video’s “The Horror Of Dolores Roach,” starring Justina Machado; and BET+’s “Diarra From Detroit,” a dark comedy about a divorcing school teacher, from writer and star Diarra Kilpatrick, as well as executive producer Kenya Barris.
Also on tap is the HBO Sports doc “The Golden Boy,” about Oscar De La Hoya,...
- 4/20/2023
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
The 2023 Tribeca Festival has announced its lineup of world premieres of new and returning television, including the world premieres of Steven Soderbergh’s Max series Full Circle about a botched kidnapping that reveals long-held secrets in present-day New York City, Prime Video’s Sweeney Todd-inspired The Horror of Dolores Roach and BET+’s Diarra From Detroit, a dark comedy executive produced by Kenya Barris that centers on a divorcing school teacher.
The fest, which runs June 7-18, announced its film slate earlier this week.
The eight series premieres and two first looks also include The Golden Boy, a documentary about Oscar De La Hoya, Disney+’s Choir, the story behind America’s Got Talent finalists the Detroit Youth Choir, A&e’s Exposing Parchman, an investigative documentary about the efforts to reform the Mississippi correctional system and Paramount+’s De La Calle, a docu-series that delves into the Latino diaspora.
Also...
The fest, which runs June 7-18, announced its film slate earlier this week.
The eight series premieres and two first looks also include The Golden Boy, a documentary about Oscar De La Hoya, Disney+’s Choir, the story behind America’s Got Talent finalists the Detroit Youth Choir, A&e’s Exposing Parchman, an investigative documentary about the efforts to reform the Mississippi correctional system and Paramount+’s De La Calle, a docu-series that delves into the Latino diaspora.
Also...
- 4/20/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Ting Poo (Val) has been tapped to direct a new documentary on pop superstar Christina Aguilera for Time Studios and Roc Nation.
The film on Aguilera will offer unprecedented access to her life story, opening up her personal archive for a look into the past and present, from her early days as a pre-teen Disney star to her current recognition as an international icon with one of music’s most celebrated voices. Featuring never-before-seen footage and exclusive behind-closed-door moments, the film will dive deep into the personal and professional life of Christina, offering a portrait of the artist, mother and entertainer as she reflects on her multi-decade career fighting for creative freedom and gender equality.
Production on the Christina Aguilera doc has been quietly taking place over the last 18 months, with the filmmakers following the singer-songwriter through various travels, performances and life events. The project will be the second from Time Studios and Roc Nation,...
The film on Aguilera will offer unprecedented access to her life story, opening up her personal archive for a look into the past and present, from her early days as a pre-teen Disney star to her current recognition as an international icon with one of music’s most celebrated voices. Featuring never-before-seen footage and exclusive behind-closed-door moments, the film will dive deep into the personal and professional life of Christina, offering a portrait of the artist, mother and entertainer as she reflects on her multi-decade career fighting for creative freedom and gender equality.
Production on the Christina Aguilera doc has been quietly taking place over the last 18 months, with the filmmakers following the singer-songwriter through various travels, performances and life events. The project will be the second from Time Studios and Roc Nation,...
- 11/10/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Super Bowl Halftime Show Wins Live Variety Emmy for First Time as Hip-Hop Breaks Through in Category
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It was “Dre Day” once again as the Dr. Dre-focused 2022 Super Bowl halftime show prevailed at Saturday’s first night of the Creative Arts Emmys.
This year’s Emmy for best live variety special went to NBC’s broadcast of the halftime show that aired during the NFL championship game on Feb. 13. The special was officially titled The Pepsi Super Bowl Lvi Halftime Show Starring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar and 50 Cent.
Notably, this is the first time that a Super Bowl halftime show has prevailed in the category, although previous halftime shows have won in other crafts categories. The winners for the show were executive producers Shawn Carter, Desiree Perez and Jesse Collins; co-executive producers Dionne Harmon and Dave Meyers; supervising producer Aaron B. Cooke; and performers Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem,...
It was “Dre Day” once again as the Dr. Dre-focused 2022 Super Bowl halftime show prevailed at Saturday’s first night of the Creative Arts Emmys.
This year’s Emmy for best live variety special went to NBC’s broadcast of the halftime show that aired during the NFL championship game on Feb. 13. The special was officially titled The Pepsi Super Bowl Lvi Halftime Show Starring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar and 50 Cent.
Notably, this is the first time that a Super Bowl halftime show has prevailed in the category, although previous halftime shows have won in other crafts categories. The winners for the show were executive producers Shawn Carter, Desiree Perez and Jesse Collins; co-executive producers Dionne Harmon and Dave Meyers; supervising producer Aaron B. Cooke; and performers Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem,...
- 9/4/2022
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official awards predictions for the upcoming Oscars and Emmys ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis; Awards Circuit Column, a weekly analysis dissecting the trends and contenders by television editor Michael Schneider (for Emmys) and Davis (for Oscars); Awards Circuit Podcast, a weekly interview series with talent and an expert roundtable discussion; and Awards Circuit Video analyzes various categories and contenders by Variety's leading awards pundits. Variety's unmatched coverage gives its readership unbeatable exposure in print and online, as well as provide inside reports on all the contenders in this year's awards season races.
To see all the latest predictions, of all the categories, in one place, visit The Emmys Collective
Visit each category, per the individual awards show from The Emmys Hub
To see old predictions and commentary,...
To see all the latest predictions, of all the categories, in one place, visit The Emmys Collective
Visit each category, per the individual awards show from The Emmys Hub
To see old predictions and commentary,...
- 8/19/2022
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
Megan Thee Stallion's life story is set to be the subject of a new documentary. On March 24, Variety reported that Time Studios and Megan's management company Roc Nation are teaming up to produce a multipart docuseries about the rapper's personal and career milestones.
"We are thrilled to be able to work with Roc Nation to share Megan's story with the world," Time Studios' co-head of documentary Loren Hammonds said in a statement. "Millions of people are familiar with her as an entertainer, but this series will give her a chance to share her truth as never before. Her story is a powerful one, and the accomplishments that she continues to achieve are remarkable. We feel lucky to have this opportunity to capture her at a crucial moment in her life and career, as she continues to grow exponentially in both her artistry and global impact."
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"We are thrilled to be able to work with Roc Nation to share Megan's story with the world," Time Studios' co-head of documentary Loren Hammonds said in a statement. "Millions of people are familiar with her as an entertainer, but this series will give her a chance to share her truth as never before. Her story is a powerful one, and the accomplishments that she continues to achieve are remarkable. We feel lucky to have this opportunity to capture her at a crucial moment in her life and career, as she continues to grow exponentially in both her artistry and global impact."
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- 3/24/2022
- by Njera Perkins
- Popsugar.com
Megan Thee Stallion will be the subject of a documentary series being produced by Time Studios and her management company, Roc Nation, the two companies announced Thursday.
Nneka Onuorah will direct the multi-part series. Onuorah is at the helm of “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrrls,” the competition series that is soon to bow on Prime Video. Her HBO film “Legends of the Underground” is currently nominated for a GLAAD Award for best documentary, and her other credits include the hybrid scripted/doc comedy series “The G Word,” which features Barack Obama, for Netflix, and her debut feature “The Same Difference.”
No platform has been set for the series.
A release about the project promises that it will cover personal as well as career milestones, saying it will “touch on how Megan overcame various personal hurdles to thrive in her professional career.”
“We are thrilled to be able...
Nneka Onuorah will direct the multi-part series. Onuorah is at the helm of “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrrls,” the competition series that is soon to bow on Prime Video. Her HBO film “Legends of the Underground” is currently nominated for a GLAAD Award for best documentary, and her other credits include the hybrid scripted/doc comedy series “The G Word,” which features Barack Obama, for Netflix, and her debut feature “The Same Difference.”
No platform has been set for the series.
A release about the project promises that it will cover personal as well as career milestones, saying it will “touch on how Megan overcame various personal hurdles to thrive in her professional career.”
“We are thrilled to be able...
- 3/24/2022
- by Chris Willman
- Variety Film + TV
Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion is getting the docuseries treatment.
The “Wap” and “Savage” hitmaker’s story will be told in a multi-part series from director Nneka Onuorah (Legends of the Underground), Time Studios and Jay-Z’s Roc Nation.
Employing a mix of rare archival footage and fresh verité video, the untitled documentary will delve into the Houston native’s life, from her upbringing in Texas to key milestones in her career, and shed light on her multilayered personality. It will highlight Megan’s rise from viral freestyling phenom to cultural powerhouse and touch on how she overcame personal hurdles to thrive in her professional career.
Time Studios’ Ian Orefice, Loren Hammonds, Alexa Conway and Mike Beck will executive producer alongside Roc Nation’s Perez and Lori York, and director Onuorah.
Watch The 2021 Grammy Performances: Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Megan Thee Stallion & Cardi B, Harry Styles, Dua Lipa & More
“Millions...
The “Wap” and “Savage” hitmaker’s story will be told in a multi-part series from director Nneka Onuorah (Legends of the Underground), Time Studios and Jay-Z’s Roc Nation.
Employing a mix of rare archival footage and fresh verité video, the untitled documentary will delve into the Houston native’s life, from her upbringing in Texas to key milestones in her career, and shed light on her multilayered personality. It will highlight Megan’s rise from viral freestyling phenom to cultural powerhouse and touch on how she overcame personal hurdles to thrive in her professional career.
Time Studios’ Ian Orefice, Loren Hammonds, Alexa Conway and Mike Beck will executive producer alongside Roc Nation’s Perez and Lori York, and director Onuorah.
Watch The 2021 Grammy Performances: Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Megan Thee Stallion & Cardi B, Harry Styles, Dua Lipa & More
“Millions...
- 3/24/2022
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Megan Thee Stallion will be the subject of a new documentary series as produced by Time Studios and Roc Nation and directed by Nneka Onuorah, a filmmaker behind the documentary “The Legend of the Underground” and an upcoming series competition series featuring Lizzo.
The multi-part docuseries, which does not yet have a title, will explore the life and career of the Grammy-winning rapper and musician, delving into Megan’s upbringing in Houston, Texas, her personal and professional hurdles and how those have shaped the many layers of her personality. The project will use archival footage and new verité video that will further demonstrate how Megan rose from being a viral freestyling phenom to now an iconic cultural powerhouse.
“We are thrilled to be able to work with Roc Nation to share Megan’s story with the world. Millions of people are familiar with her as an entertainer, but this series...
The multi-part docuseries, which does not yet have a title, will explore the life and career of the Grammy-winning rapper and musician, delving into Megan’s upbringing in Houston, Texas, her personal and professional hurdles and how those have shaped the many layers of her personality. The project will use archival footage and new verité video that will further demonstrate how Megan rose from being a viral freestyling phenom to now an iconic cultural powerhouse.
“We are thrilled to be able to work with Roc Nation to share Megan’s story with the world. Millions of people are familiar with her as an entertainer, but this series...
- 3/24/2022
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Rappers Lil Wayne and Kodak Black are among the people to have been pardoned or had their sentences commuted by Donald Trump in his last full day in office.
Late on Tuesday, the president granted 73 pardons and commuted the sentences for 70 other individuals. Pardons were given to Trump’s political allies including his former campaign manager Steve Bannon and Elliott Broidy, the former deputy national finance chair of the Republican National Committee.
Other notable people receiving pardons included current Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez who had a conviction for conspiracy to distribute narcotics from the early ’90s. Ken Kurson,...
Late on Tuesday, the president granted 73 pardons and commuted the sentences for 70 other individuals. Pardons were given to Trump’s political allies including his former campaign manager Steve Bannon and Elliott Broidy, the former deputy national finance chair of the Republican National Committee.
Other notable people receiving pardons included current Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez who had a conviction for conspiracy to distribute narcotics from the early ’90s. Ken Kurson,...
- 1/20/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Rappers Lil Wayne and Kodak Black are among the people to have been pardoned or had their sentences commuted by Donald Trump in his last full day in office.
Late on Tuesday, the president granted 73 pardons and commuted the sentences for 70 other individuals. Pardons were given to Trump’s political allies including his former campaign manager Steve Bannon and Elliott Broidy, the former deputy national finance chair of the Republican National Committee.
Other notable people receiving pardons included current Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez who had a conviction for conspiracy to distribute narcotics from the early ’90s. Ken Kurson,...
Late on Tuesday, the president granted 73 pardons and commuted the sentences for 70 other individuals. Pardons were given to Trump’s political allies including his former campaign manager Steve Bannon and Elliott Broidy, the former deputy national finance chair of the Republican National Committee.
Other notable people receiving pardons included current Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez who had a conviction for conspiracy to distribute narcotics from the early ’90s. Ken Kurson,...
- 1/20/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Emmy-nominated producer Jesse Collins has been tapped as an executive producer of the 2021 Super Bowl halftime show. The announcement Tuesday by the NFL, Jay Z’s RocNation and Pepsi make Collins the halftime show’s first ever Black producer. Collins joins longtime award-winning director Hamish Hamilton for the Pepsi Super Bowl Lv Halftime Show of the game set to take place in Tampa, Fl on February 7.
“Jesse Collins is innovative, creative and one of the only executive producers that speak fluent ‘artist vision.’ He‘s a true artist,” said Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter. “Jesse’s insight and understanding create both extraordinary shows and true cultural moments. After working with Jesse for so many years, I look forward to all there is to come.”
Collins, founder and CEO of Jesse Collins Entertainment, was Emmy-nominated last year for outstanding variety special (live) as a producer for the 61st Grammy Awards. His other credits...
“Jesse Collins is innovative, creative and one of the only executive producers that speak fluent ‘artist vision.’ He‘s a true artist,” said Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter. “Jesse’s insight and understanding create both extraordinary shows and true cultural moments. After working with Jesse for so many years, I look forward to all there is to come.”
Collins, founder and CEO of Jesse Collins Entertainment, was Emmy-nominated last year for outstanding variety special (live) as a producer for the 61st Grammy Awards. His other credits...
- 9/29/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The National Football League, Roc Nation and Pepsi announced today that Emmy- nominated producer Jesse Collins has been named an executive producer of the Pepsi Super Bowl Lv Halftime Show, taking place in Tampa, Florida on Super Bowl Sunday, February 7, 2021. He is the show’s first-ever Black executive producer.
Collins joins executive producers Roc Nation, who debuted in that role earlier this year with a halftime performance starring Jennifer Lopez and Shakira. Roc Nation announced a partnership with the NFL at the height of its controversial shunning of former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick as a result of his protest against police violence involving people of color. The NFL has since altered its stance on the issue. Collins joins long time award-winning Pepsi halftime show director Hamish Hamilton.
“Jesse Collins is innovative, creative and one of the only executive producers that speak fluent ‘artist vision.’ He’s a true artist,...
Collins joins executive producers Roc Nation, who debuted in that role earlier this year with a halftime performance starring Jennifer Lopez and Shakira. Roc Nation announced a partnership with the NFL at the height of its controversial shunning of former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick as a result of his protest against police violence involving people of color. The NFL has since altered its stance on the issue. Collins joins long time award-winning Pepsi halftime show director Hamish Hamilton.
“Jesse Collins is innovative, creative and one of the only executive producers that speak fluent ‘artist vision.’ He’s a true artist,...
- 9/29/2020
- by Jem Aswad
- Variety Film + TV
The Pennsylvania Superior Court has thrown out Meek Mill’s 2008 conviction on drug and gun charges, granting the rapper a new trial and judge based on new evidence of alleged police corruption. “We conclude the after-discovered evidence is of such a strong nature and character that a different verdict will likely result at a retrial,” the judges wrote in court documents.
The unanimous three-judge opinion on Wednesday also overturned Philadelphia Common Pleas Judge Genece Brinkley’s parole violation ruling that resulted in Mill’s five-month prison stint in 2017.
In a statement,...
The unanimous three-judge opinion on Wednesday also overturned Philadelphia Common Pleas Judge Genece Brinkley’s parole violation ruling that resulted in Mill’s five-month prison stint in 2017.
In a statement,...
- 7/24/2019
- by Ryan Reed
- Rollingstone.com
Kendrick Lamar has been added to the already stacked lineup of Jay-z’s annual Made in America festival, which takes place on Philadelphia’s Ben Franklin Parkway over Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 1-2. No details were provided except an announcement stating that the festival will include a “very special set by” the Pulitzer Prize-winning Mc, who was Variety’s Hitmaker of the Year in 2017.
Lamar joins a packed lineup that already features headliners Nicki Minaj and Post Malone along with Meek Mill, Diplo, Zedd, Tekashi 6ix9ine, Pusha T, Miguel, Janelle Monáe, Alessia Cara, Fat Joe, Daniel Caesar, 6lack, Belly, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, Sabrina Claudio, Jessie Reyez, Louis The Child, Tchami, Lil B, Gunna, Cashmere Cat, Snakehips, Juice Wrld, BlocBoy Jb, Sob x Rbe, Sheck Wes, SAINt Jhn, Jay Park, Lil Skies, Saweetie, A$AP Twelvyy, Jai Wolf, TOKiMONSTA, Preme, White Reaper, Clairo, Show Me The Body,...
Lamar joins a packed lineup that already features headliners Nicki Minaj and Post Malone along with Meek Mill, Diplo, Zedd, Tekashi 6ix9ine, Pusha T, Miguel, Janelle Monáe, Alessia Cara, Fat Joe, Daniel Caesar, 6lack, Belly, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, Sabrina Claudio, Jessie Reyez, Louis The Child, Tchami, Lil B, Gunna, Cashmere Cat, Snakehips, Juice Wrld, BlocBoy Jb, Sob x Rbe, Sheck Wes, SAINt Jhn, Jay Park, Lil Skies, Saweetie, A$AP Twelvyy, Jai Wolf, TOKiMONSTA, Preme, White Reaper, Clairo, Show Me The Body,...
- 8/13/2018
- by Jem Aswad
- Variety Film + TV
Tekashi 6ix9ine, Pusha T, Daniel Caesar and Lil Skies have been added to the 2018 lineup of Jay-z’s annual Made in America festival, which takes place on Philadelphia’s Ben Franklin Parkway over Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 1-2.
They join headliners Nicki Minaj and Post Malone along with Meek Mill, Diplo, Zedd, Miguel, Janelle Monáe, Alessia Cara, Fat Joe, 6lack, Belly, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, Sabrina Claudio, Jessie Reyez, Louis The Child, Tchami, Lil B, Gunna, Cashmere Cat, Snakehips, Juice Wrld, BlocBoy Jb, Sob x Rbe, Sheck Wes, SAINt Jhn, Jay Park, Saweetie, A$AP Twelvyy, Jai Wolf, TOKiMONSTA, Preme, White Reaper, Clairo, Show Me The Body, Code Orange, Turnstile, Saba, Anna Lunoe, Driver Era, Bloodpop, Injury Reserve, Hobo Johnson & The LoveMakers, Davido, Shoreline Mafia, Elohim, Petal, Kweku Collins, Odie, Maxo Kream, Lost Kings, Armani White, Amara La Negra, Buzzy Lee, Mir Fontane, Trouble, Jpegmafia, Tyla Yaweh,...
They join headliners Nicki Minaj and Post Malone along with Meek Mill, Diplo, Zedd, Miguel, Janelle Monáe, Alessia Cara, Fat Joe, 6lack, Belly, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, Sabrina Claudio, Jessie Reyez, Louis The Child, Tchami, Lil B, Gunna, Cashmere Cat, Snakehips, Juice Wrld, BlocBoy Jb, Sob x Rbe, Sheck Wes, SAINt Jhn, Jay Park, Saweetie, A$AP Twelvyy, Jai Wolf, TOKiMONSTA, Preme, White Reaper, Clairo, Show Me The Body, Code Orange, Turnstile, Saba, Anna Lunoe, Driver Era, Bloodpop, Injury Reserve, Hobo Johnson & The LoveMakers, Davido, Shoreline Mafia, Elohim, Petal, Kweku Collins, Odie, Maxo Kream, Lost Kings, Armani White, Amara La Negra, Buzzy Lee, Mir Fontane, Trouble, Jpegmafia, Tyla Yaweh,...
- 8/7/2018
- by Jem Aswad
- Variety Film + TV
After a six-day standoff that found heated words flying between Jay-z and the Philadelphia mayor’s office, the two sides came to an agreement that will see Jay’s annual Made in America festival remaining on the city’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway, where it has been staged since 2012, for the next “several” years, according to Desiree Perez, COO of Jay’s Roc Nation.
Last week a rep for the mayor’s office told a local media outlet that the festival will have to be held elsewhere in the city in 2019 due to the costs — apparently without discussing the matter with Jay’s team first — adding that after six years, tourism has grown, so “the need for an event of this scale at this location may no longer be necessary.” In response, Jay fired off an angry op-ed that was published Wednesday in the Philadelphia Inquirer; the mayor told reporters that...
Last week a rep for the mayor’s office told a local media outlet that the festival will have to be held elsewhere in the city in 2019 due to the costs — apparently without discussing the matter with Jay’s team first — adding that after six years, tourism has grown, so “the need for an event of this scale at this location may no longer be necessary.” In response, Jay fired off an angry op-ed that was published Wednesday in the Philadelphia Inquirer; the mayor told reporters that...
- 7/23/2018
- by A.D. Amorosi
- Variety Film + TV
Jay-z’s Made in America Festival will continue to be staged at its usual location on the Benjamin Frankliln Parkway in Philadelphia, it was announced today after a meeting between Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney and Roc Nation COO Desiree Perez that was described as “productive.” “Both parties have agreed to continue to host the festival along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway,” the announcement reads, “and are committed to addressing operational and community challenges associated with this large-scale event.”
A war of words between the two sides played out last week after a representative from the mayor’s office told a local publication that the festival would have to be staged elsewhere beginning in 2019, but everything now appears to be settled.
“I am greatly appreciative of everything that Made in America has done for the City of Philadelphia and I remain committed to its continued success,” Mayor Kenny said. “The Made in...
A war of words between the two sides played out last week after a representative from the mayor’s office told a local publication that the festival would have to be staged elsewhere beginning in 2019, but everything now appears to be settled.
“I am greatly appreciative of everything that Made in America has done for the City of Philadelphia and I remain committed to its continued success,” Mayor Kenny said. “The Made in...
- 7/23/2018
- by Jem Aswad
- Variety Film + TV
Updated: The controversy between Jay-z’s Made in America festival and Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney’s office stepped up another notch Thursday: Desiree Perez, COO of Jay’s Roc Nation company, tells Variety that the festival, which has taken place on the city’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway every year since 2012, will be held in that iconic location in 2019, or in another city.
Earlier this week a rep for the mayor’s office told a local media outlet that the festival will have to be held elsewhere in the city in 2019 due to the costs — apparently without discussing the matter with Jay’s team first — adding that after six years, tourism has grown, so “the need for an event of this scale at this location may no longer be necessary.” In response, Jay fired off an angry op-ed that was published Wednesday in the Philadelphia Inquirer.
“We are disappointed that the...
Earlier this week a rep for the mayor’s office told a local media outlet that the festival will have to be held elsewhere in the city in 2019 due to the costs — apparently without discussing the matter with Jay’s team first — adding that after six years, tourism has grown, so “the need for an event of this scale at this location may no longer be necessary.” In response, Jay fired off an angry op-ed that was published Wednesday in the Philadelphia Inquirer.
“We are disappointed that the...
- 7/19/2018
- by A.D. Amorosi
- Variety Film + TV
Entertainment heavies were out in force on Friday afternoon for the third annual Culture Creators Awards held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. Recognizing innovation and leadership of minorities in industries including film, television, music and fashion, the event honored Epic Records president Sylvia Rhone with the Icon Award, ESPN’s Jemele Hill with the Defiance Award and Kenya Barris, writer, producer and creator of “Black-ish,” among many others.
Emceed by “Extra” hosts A.J. Calloway and Tanika Ray, the gala doubled as a call to action to the black entertainment community, particularly as it relates to culture vultures looking to seize on opportunities to make a quick buck. The warning was a central theme of Rhone’s acceptance speech. “Our one common goal is to protect the culture,” the label veteran declared. “And now more than ever, since our culture has gotten so popular and those people who have...
Emceed by “Extra” hosts A.J. Calloway and Tanika Ray, the gala doubled as a call to action to the black entertainment community, particularly as it relates to culture vultures looking to seize on opportunities to make a quick buck. The warning was a central theme of Rhone’s acceptance speech. “Our one common goal is to protect the culture,” the label veteran declared. “And now more than ever, since our culture has gotten so popular and those people who have...
- 6/23/2018
- by Shirley Halperin
- Variety Film + TV
1:23 Pm Pt -- According to the Pa Supreme Court's official order, the justices cited the alleged corrupt police officer who served as a "critical witness" in Meek's original gun and drugs case as a crucial point in their decision to order his bail. It also said prosecutors were not opposed to him being released, and sided with them. Meek Mill will be a free man in 1 hour ... out of prison after a long legal battle.
- 4/24/2018
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Six top female record executives at major record labels and music publishers have called out the Grammys for being “woefully out of touch with today’s music, the music business, and even more significantly, society” and calls for the Academy to be more inclusive and transparent. The joint letter sent to the Recording Academy’s board of trustees and obtained by the New York Times, was signed by Universal Music Group executive vp Michele Anthony; Atlantic Records’ co-chairman Julie Greenwald; Epic Records president Sylvia Rhone; Sony general counsel Julie Swidler and Roc Nation COO Desiree Perez. The joint letter comes after Recording Academy president Neil...
- 2/5/2018
- by Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
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