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The DL Chronicles Back from the Down-Low as Gay Black TV Series Stages Indie Return
Written by Administrator    Sunday, 25 December 2011 00:06    PDF Print E-mail
The DL Chronicles Back from the Down-Low as Gay Black TV Series Stages Indie Return

After Three Year Absence, GLAAD Award Winning Gay TV Series, The DL Chronicles Prepares for Independent Return to Viewers After Former Cable Network Loses Series Rights

In 2008, The DL Chronicles, a narrative anthology series which explored the double sexual lives of men of color, was positioned for great success.

During its first season, The DL Chronicles was awarded the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding TV Anthology, winning against BBC America's mini-series, The State Within and MTV/LOGO's TV Movie, Daphne. The DL Chronicles claimed the honor of being the first Gay TV series of color to win the coveted award and the first TV series win for an LGBT Television network (here! TV). It went on to reach critical acclaim internationally and was green-lit for a second season.
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BET Networks Recognizes Phenomenal Individuals Legendary in African-American Culture for Music, Literature, Entertainment, Media, Service and Education Achievements in the Fifth Annual BET Honors
Written by Administrator    Saturday, 24 December 2011 11:47    PDF Print E-mail
BET Networks Recognizes Phenomenal Individuals Legendary in African-American Culture for Music, Literature, Entertainment, Media, Service and Education Achievements in the Fifth Annual BET Honors

Maya Angelou, Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Spike Lee, The Tuskegee Airmen and Beverly Kearney Will Be Honored For Their Achievements On Saturday, January 14, From The Historic Warner Theater In Washington, D.C.

Hosted by Gabrielle Union the BET HONORS Premieres Early 2012

In its fifth consecutive year, BET Networks presents BET HONORS, a memorable night celebrating the outstanding achievements of seven extraordinary legends in music, literature, entertainment, media, service and education. Hosted by talented actress Gabrielle Union at the historic Warner Theater in Washington, D.C., BET HONORS celebrates the lifetime contributions and exceptional service of certain individuals to African-American culture in music, literature, entertainment, media, service and education. The star-studded, unforgettable special will premiere during 1st quarter 2012 on BET.
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PBS Announces Programming Line-Up for 2012 Black History Month Commemoration
Written by Administrator    Monday, 12 December 2011 10:02    PDF Print E-mail
PBS Announces Programming Line-Up for 2012 Black History Month Commemoration

New specials include UNDERGROUND RAILROAD and, from INDEPENDENT LENS, “Daisy Bates: The First Lady of Little Rock,” “Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975” and “More Than a Month,” Schedule also features SLAVERY BY ANOTHER NAME and AMERICAN MASTERS “Cab Calloway

Daisy Bates in Memphis, 1958. (Courtesy of The Commercial Appeal)

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Comedian Kevin Hart and Codeblack Entertainment, Delivered One of the Most Successful Box Office Films of the Year LAUGH AT MY PAIN and Now Launches the Laughs on DVD
Written by Administrator    Monday, 12 December 2011 03:33    PDF Print E-mail
Comedian Kevin Hart and Codeblack Entertainment, Delivered One of the Most Successful Box Office Films of the Year LAUGH AT MY PAIN and Now Launches the Laughs on DVD

LAUGH AT MY PAIN, the hilarious stand-up comedy film by actor/comedian Kevin Hart, is making its way home on DVD January 17, 2012, courtesy of Codeblack Entertainment (www.codeblack.com). On September 9, 2011, LAUGH AT MY PAIN released in theaters, and within 3 months, surpassed $7.7 million at the box office becoming the most successful film of the year opening in under 300 theaters.

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Music/TV Star Kandi Burruss Launches ‘Kandi Koated Spades’ App for iPhone/iPad
Written by Administrator    Tuesday, 06 December 2011 22:15    PDF Print E-mail
Music/TV Star Kandi Burruss Launches ‘Kandi Koated Spades’ App for iPhone/iPad

Digital version of popular card game has unique features most popular among AAs

Just in time for the holidays, music and TV celebrity Kandi Burruss is bringing a new twist to a classic card game. Introducing Kandi Koated Spades, the first “urban” Spades app for iPhone/iPad users – now available in the iTunes App Store.

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