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MTV Premieres International Superstar Big Hookz New Video, "Break You Down" Featuring Gyptian, Tzy Panchak and Remo

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Monday, October 3, 2022

Born and raised in Cameroon, Big Hookz began his talent for music as a young child experimenting with different sounds and beats that captured his attention.

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Born and raised in Cameroon, Big Hookz began his talent for music as a young child experimenting with different sounds and beats that captured his attention.
Big Hookz recently signed a distribution deal with EQ (Equity Distribution) for his company Str8Team Entertainment and presently has artist signed to his label.
Big Hookz is an accomplished artist who brilliantly mixes a wide range of sounds and lyrics into his music.
Big Hookz highly anticipated follow up single "Sumo" (Come Closer) produced by legend Ricky Blaze is sure to be a monster hit once released in first quarter.

BET Announces Revival of Hit Reality Series “COLLEGE HILL: CELEBRITY EDITION” Featuring Celebrities Who Will Hit the Yard as Students at Texas Southern University

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

In the reimagined new season, celebrities will live together and join the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Texas Southern University as students.

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In the reimagined new season, celebrities will live together and join the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Texas Southern University as students.
Enrolled alongside current Texas Southern University students, the cast will work towards completing a specialty certificate program to cross the graduation stage.
Texas Southern University is committed to transforming the lives of its students, said Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young, President of Texas Southern University.
Texas Southern has been a distinguished educational pioneer since 1927, and the University has become one of the most diverse and respected institutions in Texas.

Scott M. Mills Appointed to Chief Executive Officer of BET

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Monday, November 22, 2021

NEW YORK, Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC, VIACA) today announced that Scott M. Mills has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of BET , the nation's leading provider of quality content from Black creators.

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NEW YORK, Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC, VIACA) today announced that Scott M. Mills has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of BET , the nation's leading provider of quality content from Black creators.
During his four-year tenure as BET President, Mills sparked invaluable change that structured and positioned the legacy brand for future success in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
BET is a source of inspiration and pride across the company, and I'm excited for BET's strong future ahead with Scott at the helm."
Under Mills' executive leadership, BET will continue to build upon its 40-year legacy of entertaining Black audiences and its commitment to entertain, engage, and empower the Black community.

BET Studios in Partnership with KLUTCH Sports Group Present “KLUTCH Academy” -- A New Original Five-Part Documentary Series Executive Produced by KLUTCH CEO Rich Paul, Kenya Barris’ Khalabo Ink Society and Tollin Productions

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Thursday, November 4, 2021

KLUTCH Academy documents KLUTCH Sports Groupled by CEO Rich Paul as they prepare six college basketball prospects for pro careers.

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KLUTCH Academy documents KLUTCH Sports Groupled by CEO Rich Paul as they prepare six college basketball prospects for pro careers.
The show will also pay tribute to Terrence Clarke, who tragically passed away the day after signing with KLUTCH.
With proven expertise in the intersections of sports, entertainment and culture, KLUTCH connects top teams, major leagues and properties with global brands.
In 2019 KLUTCH partnered with United Talent Agency (UTA), and in April, KLUTCH was recognized on TIME Magazines first-ever list of TIME100 Most Influential Companies.

Neo Soul Pioneer, Multiplatinum Singer-Songwriter and Producer Maxwell to Receive the ‘Legend’ Award at the 2021 “Soul Train Awards” Presented by BET

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Tuesday, November 2, 2021

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He is also an executive producer for the iconic Grammy Awards and The Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show and also produced The 2021 Academy Awards.

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He is also an executive producer for the iconic Grammy Awards and The Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show and also produced The 2021 Academy Awards.
Today, the legacy of Soul Train lives on through the legendary Soul Train dance line, which has become a timeless staple on dance floors across America.
In 2016, BET, acquired the Soul Train brand and remains dedicated to revitalizing the brand while also honoring its heritage.
During its 35-year run, the show featured lasting innovations such as the Soul Train line and the legendary sign off Love, Peace and Soul.

Music and Entertainment Icon - Nelly- Named the “I Am Hip Hop” Award Recipient for the 2021 “BET Hip Hop Awards”

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Monday, September 20, 2021

Today BET announces DOUBLE DIAMOND SELLING SUPERSTAR rapper and entrepreneur Nelly as the BET Hip Hop Awards recipient of the 2021 I Am Hip Hop Award.

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Today BET announces DOUBLE DIAMOND SELLING SUPERSTAR rapper and entrepreneur Nelly as the BET Hip Hop Awards recipient of the 2021 I Am Hip Hop Award.
The BET Hip Hop Awards premieres Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 9:00 PM ET/PT.
BET Hip Hop Awards is an annual celebration that pays homage to a culture that changed the world while highlighting the best in hip hop music.
Most recently, he was executive producer of The 2021 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show and produced The 2021 Academy Awards.

BET Launches BET Studios

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

BET, a unit of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC; VIACA), today launched BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators.

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BET, a unit of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC; VIACA), today launched BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators.
Propelled by the infrastructure and financing of BET and ViacomCBS, BET Studios will create premium television series and films for an array of internal buyers, including Paramount+, SHOWTIME, CBS, Nickelodeon, BET+ and BET, in addition to select third-party platforms that seek best-in-class content from both leading and rising Black creatives.
As a new venture, BET Studios offers an opportunity to expand the brands legacy of delivering Black stories, said Thomas.
BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of business extensions including BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks - BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BETs growing festival business; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

LiveXLive Names Rahman Dukes Head Of Urban Programming

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Tuesday, September 3, 2019

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --LiveXLive Media, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIVX) ("LiveXLive"), a global digital media company focused on live entertainment, today announced that Rahman Dukes has been named the Head of Urban Programming of LiveXLive.

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --LiveXLive Media, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIVX) ("LiveXLive"), a global digital media company focused on live entertainment, today announced that Rahman Dukes has been named the Head of Urban Programming of LiveXLive.
He will also serve as a liaison for LiveXLive's Brand Ambassador Nas and oversee the relationship between LiveXLive and Mass Appeal, a multipronged urban culture company that is home to Nas' record label.
"Rahman is a true pioneer of digital media," said Dermot McCormack, President of LiveXLive.
In addition to overseeing the news operations, Dukes developed and produced original content for MTV brands, including MTV Jams, YO!