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Beyoncé to be Honored with the iHeartRadio Innovator Award at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards Airing Monday, April 1 on FOX

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment today announced that Beyoncé will be honored with the iHeartRadio Innovator Award at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards.

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  • iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment today announced that Beyoncé will be honored with the iHeartRadio Innovator Award at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
  • ET live / PT tape-delayed) on FOX and will also be heard on iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app.
  • “I’m looking forward to hosting the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards and sharing the stage with some of the best in music,” said Ludacris.
  • For breaking news and exclusive iHeartRadio Music Awards content, visit iHeartRadio.com/awards or follow the social buzz on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Pacsun Celebrates Anniversary on Roblox with Slick Rick Collaboration and Exclusive Merchandise

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To commemorate the one-year anniversary of Pacsun Los Angeles Tycoon on Roblox, Pacsun has partnered with music icon and Hip-Hop pioneer, Slick Rick, to offer its community an exclusive virtual experience. Known for his legendary storytelling and fashion sense, Slick Rick brings his unique flair to the immersive experience, uniting the legacy of Hip Hop with the modern metaverse.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To commemorate the one-year anniversary of Pacsun Los Angeles Tycoon on Roblox , Pacsun has partnered with music icon and Hip-Hop pioneer, Slick Rick, to offer its community an exclusive virtual experience.
  • Known for his legendary storytelling and fashion sense, Slick Rick brings his unique flair to the immersive experience, uniting the legacy of Hip Hop with the modern metaverse.
  • "Collaborating with Roblox and Pacsun is a true honor.
  • In this immersive collaboration, users have the opportunity to interact with Slick Rick's 3-D NPC digital avatar to earn exclusive digital items and rewards inspired by his iconic accessories.

Miyoko's Creamery Founder Miyoko Schinner and Filmmaker Jasmine C. Perry Join the Board of Hip Hop is Green

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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SEATTLE, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Hip Hop is Green—a nonprofit that fights climate change and promotes wellness with the global power of hip hop—announced that Miyoko's Creamery founder Miyoko Schinner and filmmaker Jasmine C. Perry joined its board of directors.

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  • SEATTLE, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Hip Hop is Green—a nonprofit that fights climate change and promotes wellness with the global power of hip hop—announced that Miyoko's Creamery founder Miyoko Schinner and filmmaker Jasmine C. Perry joined its board of directors.
  • "We're excited to welcome these trailblazing leaders to our team," said Keith Tucker, Founder and Executive Director of Hip Hop is Green.
  • As the founder of Miyoko's Creamery, Schinner grew a multi-million dollar plant-based cheese revolution by engineering a proprietary technology for making dairy from plants.
  • "I joined Hip Hop is Green's board to support their programs that give kids the experience of understanding how real food is grown—and why eating green is cool and empowering," said Schinner.

Stingray Introduces a New Wave of Music and Video Channels on Samsung TV Plus Across Canada, Australia, and New Zealand

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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This rollout introduces a rich selection of music and video channels tailored to diverse tastes and preferences, now available to users across Canada, Australia and New Zealand on Samsung Smart TVs, Galaxy devices, and more.

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  • This rollout introduces a rich selection of music and video channels tailored to diverse tastes and preferences, now available to users across Canada, Australia and New Zealand on Samsung Smart TVs, Galaxy devices, and more.
  • For Canadian audiences, Stingray presents an array of channels to explore.
  • "We are incredibly excited to join forces with Samsung TV Plus, a leading FAST service with unparalleled reach in delivering free premium entertainment, to showcase our diverse portfolio of audio and video channels," said David Purdy, Chief Revenue Officer at Stingray.
  • This partnership with Samsung TV Plus underscores Stingray's commitment to expanding its reach and delivering its top-tier music and video content to a broader audience.

The Mastercard Artist Accelerator Kicks off Its Second Season, Launches Live Touring Series With OnesToWatch

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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Extending its footprint in the music space, Mastercard has unveiled the second season of its Artist Accelerator program.

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  • Extending its footprint in the music space, Mastercard has unveiled the second season of its Artist Accelerator program.
  • This year's Accelerator is tailored to meet the surging demand for live music seen in 2023 .
  • From the screen to the stage, the second season of the Mastercard Artist Accelerator is designed to help artists thrive in this dynamic digital era,” said Mastercard Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Raja Rajamannar.
  • Through the partnership, Mastercard will empower artists onstage and off, fueling their growth and success in the live music industry while helping fans discover their next favorite artist.

OneLegacy Inspires Hollywood to Host Community Wellness Event Featuring Celebrity Guests and Hip Hop Legend, Freeway to Close Black History Month and Kickoff National Kidney Month

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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The star-studded community event will feature Hip Hop legend and kidney transplant recipient, Leslie Pridgen, as well as celebrity TV and radio host, Nicole Richardson, better known as Nikki Rich and writer, comedian, and filmmaker, J.

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  • The star-studded community event will feature Hip Hop legend and kidney transplant recipient, Leslie Pridgen, as well as celebrity TV and radio host, Nicole Richardson, better known as Nikki Rich and writer, comedian, and filmmaker, J.
  • Sports, Lifestyle in Culture (SLiC) is an official partner of the event.
  • The media brand under the SLiC umbrella, Black Hollywood Live, will cover the event, amplifying the culture and narrative of the impactful initiative on all available social and streaming platforms.
  • Nicole Richardson of the Nikki Rich Show, a TV/radio host and Oprah Winfrey Network Ambassador, recently received a lifesaving kidney transplant.

The Southwest Got Something to Say! The Region's Newest Festival, TwoGether Land, Reveals its Lineup for Memorial Day Weekend, Featuring Headliners Lil Wayne, Summer Walker, Latto, Gucci Mane, and More

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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DALLAS, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After witnessing 100,000 festival-goers at ONE Musicfest 2023, the brand, in partnership with Live Nation Urban (LNU), is pleased to announce its expansion into Dallas with TwoGether Land, the Southwest's newest urban music festival. TwoGether Land promises to deliver a highly anticipated lineup for this year's festivities in partnership with Live Nation Urban. The two-day festival is set to take place on Saturday, May 25th, and Sunday, May 26th, at the historic Fair Park, located at 3809 Grand Ave, Dallas, TX 75210, promising an amazing weekend of music, togetherness, and cultural celebration.

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  • TwoGether Land promises to deliver a highly anticipated lineup for this year's festivities in partnership with Live Nation Urban.
  • Please find the TwoGether Land map, schedule, and full lineup on the website .
  • We look forward to TwoGether Land becoming a must-attend event, much like ONE Musicfest," J. Carter, ONE Musicfest Founder.
  • This year's headliners are set to deliver sensational performances that will establish TwoGether Land as a can't miss event for years to come.

Georgia Music Day of Action This Wednesday, February 28

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Georgia's music industry is rallying behind legislation to create a statewide Georgia Music Office to retain and attract talent and opportunities related to the music industry. Led by the leadership of Georgia Music Partners (GMP), statewide organizations, performers, and music business professionals are coming together on Wednesday, Feb. 28, for Georgia Music Day of Action. This virtual advocacy day is to lobby for support to establish the state's first Georgia Music Office as part of The Georgia Statewide Music Office Act. The public is being asked to spread the word on social media as well as write and call their state legislators before Thursday to ask for support in getting this vital legislation passed and funded so Georgia can also become the #1 state for music business. To submit a letter, members of the public can go to www.recordingacademy.com/advocacy/act#/84; for social media graphics, visit here.

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  • Led by the leadership of Georgia Music Partners (GMP), statewide organizations, performers, and music business professionals are coming together on Wednesday, Feb. 28, for Georgia Music Day of Action, a virtual advocacy day to lobby for support to establish the state's first Georgia Music Office as part of The Georgia Statewide Music Office Act.
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Georgia's music industry is rallying behind legislation to create a statewide Georgia Music Office to retain and attract talent and opportunities related to the music industry.
  • Led by the leadership of Georgia Music Partners (GMP), statewide organizations, performers, and music business professionals are coming together on Wednesday, Feb. 28, for Georgia Music Day of Action.
  • This virtual advocacy day is to lobby for support to establish the state's first Georgia Music Office as part of The Georgia Statewide Music Office Act.

Rap Snacks Celebrates 30 Years, Announces Global Expansion with Launches into the UK, Canada and Spain

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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MIAMI, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rap Snacks, the "Official Snack Brand of Hip Hop" and one of the fastest-growing Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands in the United States, has gone global by dropping its iconic flavors across the pond and abroad into the United Kingdom, Canada and Spain! Now celebrating its 30th year, the expansion of Rap Snacks, a 100% Black-owned brand, adds reach to the brand's popularity and success in the U.S. and marks a new chapter in the brand's journey to become the snack of choice for consumers worldwide.

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  • Over the years, Rap Snacks has grown into a cultural phenomenon, becoming the official snack brand of hip hop.
  • "This is a thrilling moment for Rap Snacks as we extend our flavor and culture to the world," adds Lindsay.
  • Another historic move for Rap Snacks happened this past October when the brand announced its venture into the world of transportation with Rap Snacks Trucking .
  • For more information on Rap Snacks and updates on its global expansion, visit www.RapSnacks.net .

Tampa's Gasparilla Music Fest Releases Schedule and Set Times

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tampa, Fla. (January 31, 2024) - The 2024 Gasparilla Music Festival officially released its daily schedule with set times for February 16-18. The fest will feature over 50 bands performing on 4 stages at its new home in the sprawling Julian B Lane Riverfront Park.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tampa, Fla. (January 31, 2024) - The 2024 Gasparilla Music Festival officially released its daily schedule with set times for February 16-18.
  • The fest will feature over 50 bands performing on 4 stages at its new home in the sprawling Julian B Lane Riverfront Park.
  • The fest will feature over 50 bands performing on 4 stages at its new home in the sprawling Julian B Lane Riverfront Park.
  • More information including all of the set times can be found at GasparillaMusic.com or by downloading the 2024 Gasparilla Music Festival app on iTunes and Google Play.