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ABFF celebrates 30 years as a hub for Black creativity, empowerment and community, transforming Miami into a cultural epicenter.
Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Erica Campbell brings her celebrated talent to television screens this summer in a brand-new Lifetime movie. Set to premiere on Saturday, June 6 at 8/7c, the faith-based drama Thou Shall Not Commit Adultery marks an exciting new chapter for the beloved singer. The highly anticipated film follows the compelling story of […]
(Black PR Wire) The HBO Original documentary EARTH, WIND & FIRE (TO BE CELESTIAL VS. THAT’S THE WEIGHT OF THE WORLD), produced and directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson (“Summer of Soul”), debuts SUNDAY, JUNE 7 at (9:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max. Synopsis: Acclaimed producer, director, and musician Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson […]
Rising Urban Gospel and CCM artist Aaron Lavelle officially announces his highly anticipated “Crowned Tour,” a powerful multi-city experience launching in Orlando and continuing to Atlanta, featuring some of the most influential voices in gospel music today. The tour opens in Orlando at the Kingdom Church on May 21, 2026, featuring princess of gospel Kierra […]
The new trailer for Questlove’s documentary about funk supergroup Earth, Wind and Fire released today, May 21, and is set to air on HBO. The documentary is set to examine the expertise and cultural impact and influence that the legendary soul group embodies. According to the official synopsis from Deadline: “Acclaimed producer, director, and musician […]
Melissa Wade spotlighted Kelontae Gavin’s new single, “At the Meeting,” this week on The Light 103.9, where the contemporary gospel singer said the viral track marks a return to the sound that shaped him. Gavin told Wade the song grew out of a moment that caught fire online after he sang it at a concert […]
Arlen “Griff” Griffin is making it clear: the title of his new audiobook is Cats and Puppies — not Cats and Dogs — and as he told Melissa Wade during a warm, funny, and moving interview on The Light 103.9, it is “not a book about animals.” The newly released audiobook, which arrived April 1, […]
Gospel artists Nia Allen and MAJOR. brought warmth, humor and a timely word of encouragement to Melissa Wade’s show on The Light 103.9 as they discussed their new collaboration, “Just You Wait.” The song, Allen said, was born from a long friendship and a shared desire to lift people who are still waiting on prayers […]
Melissa from The Light 103.9 recently sat down with gospel powerhouse Tamela Mann and comedian David Mann to discuss their highly anticipated Love and Relationship Tour, arriving this Sunday at the Durham Performing Arts Center. Despite a recent fall that left Tamela with an injured arm and a broken blood vessel in her eye, the […]
DALLAS) April 9, 2026 – Grammy® Award-Winning Recording Artist Tamela Mann earns her 13th career No. 1 single as “Live Breathe Fight” tops Billboard’s Gospel Airplay chart this week. This milestone cements her name in gospel music history as the most chart-topping female artist. The 13th No. 1 single ties with Kirk Franklin. An anthem of […]
Jaafar Jackson, the up-and-coming star playing as his uncle, the King of Pop, said he hid the casting from his family, including his mother, for an entire year. The 29-year-old actor is portraying his superstar uncle Michael Jackson— who died in 2009, in the upcoming biopic Michael, releasing April 24. The movie is based on […]
Grammy-winning gospel artist Jonathan McReynolds is set to release his highly anticipated live album, Closer (Live in Chicago), on March 27. Known for his soulful voice and introspective lyrics, McReynolds takes a bold step with this project, blending gospel with the vibrant sounds of 1980s pop. The album’s lead track, “Echo,” features a contemporary, guitar-driven groove, […]