Mary J. Blige To Host New Talk Show On BET “The Wine Down” (@maryjblige)

MJB‘s Blue Butterfly production company has inked a deal with BET that will see the queen of hip-hop and R&B hosting a talk show. The program will be called The Wine Down, and it will feature Mary in conversation with various entertainers, professional athletes, public figures etc. over wine.

There will be some cross promotion, as MJB will use the opportunity to highlight her wine brand: Sun Goddess. Sun Goddess is a collaborative label by and between Mary J. Blige and Italian winemaker Marco Fantinel.

The Weeknd Named 2022 Recipient of the Allan Slaight Humanitarian Spirit Award

Canadian Music Week has announced that Abel “The Weeknd’ Tesfaye has received the 2022 CMW Allan Slaight Humanitarian Spirit Award in recognition of his longstanding commitment to charitable initiatives.

The CMW Allan Slaight Humanitarian Award is presented to a Canadian artist, duo or group, in recognition of their social activism and benevolent support of humanitarian interests and causes. As recipient of this Award, The Slaight Family Foundation will make a donation of $50,000 towards a charity of Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye choosing.

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New Video From 1K Phew “Saved Me” (@1kphew)

The official video for Saved Me – track number 13 on 1K Phew‘s AS I Am album – is out now! If you have not yet seen it, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.

Cormega Shares “Life & Rhymes” Visuals (@iamcormega)

If you have not done so as yet, check out the official video for Life & Rhymes, track number six on Cormega‘s latest studio album: The Realness II.

The Realness II is the sixth album by the Brooklyn born, Queens raised rapper. It was released on October 7th, 2022, and was the follow up to his 2014 LP, Mega Philosophy. It is also the sequel to his 2001 debut, The Realness.

Goapele Has Back-To-Back Shows In Napa This Weekend (@Goapele)

American soul and R&B singer-songwriter Goapele, who is also recognized for her human rights work, will be doing four shows at Blue Note – 1030 Main Street – in Napa, California this weekend.

She is scheduled to do two sets on Saturday, one at 6:30pm and the other at 9pm. And again on Sunday; one at 3pm and the other at 6:30pm. Tickets and additional information are available on Blue Note’s website.

Chance The Rapper & Vic Mensa Will Present The “Black Star Line Festival” In Ghana In January

The Black Star Line Festival is a cultural experience rooted in intercontinental collaboration. Founded by Ghanaian-American artist Vic Mensa and Black-American artist Chance The Rapper, the festival is a week long series of events including panel discussions , fine art exhibitions and nightlife events, culminating in a large scale concert at Black Star Square in Accra, Ghana on January 6, 2023.

Confirmed performers include: Erykah Badu, T-Pain, Sarkodie, Jeremih, Vic Mensa, Chance The Rapper, Asakaa Boys, M.Anifest, and Tobe Nwigwe. Several special guests artists will also be on the lineup. Get tickets here.

AZ Announces New Album & Drops New Song/Video “Respect Mines” (@quietAZmoney)

Respect Mines is the newest song performed by Brooklyn MC Anthony Cruz, more popularly known as AZ. It was released at the beginning of December, and was immediately followed by the official video, which is just as captivating as the record itself.

Based on AZ‘s flow, lyrics and overall message on this track, it is clear that his upcoming album – which was announced when the song was shared – is going to be something special. Click here or on the image above to check out the visuals, and remember to like, comment and share.