Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, John Legend and More to Perform at ARETHA! A GRAMMY CELEBRATION FOR THE QUEEN OF SOULDecember 27, 2018The Recording Academy, AEG Ehrlich Ventures, Clive Davis, and CBS will pay tribute to the legendary career of 18-time GRAMMY®winner and 2008 MusiCares® Person of the Year honoree Aretha Franklin by presenting 'Aretha! A GRAMMY Celebration For The Queen Of Soul.' Performing songs from her legendary repertoire are GRAMMY winners Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, Alessia Cara, Kelly Clarkson, Common, Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Patti LaBelle, and BeBe Winans as well as current GRAMMY nominees Brandi Carlile, Chloe X Halle, H.E.R., Janelle Monáe, and SZA. Actor and filmmaker Tyler Perry will host the unforgettable night. Additional unique performances to be announced in the coming weeks.
Trisha Yearwood to Perform at the Rainbow Room on Valentine's DayDecember 27, 2018On Thursday, February 14th, platinum-selling, multiple Grammy, CMA and ACM award winning artist, Trisha Yearwood, will serenade guests with an intimate performance inside one of New York's most glamorous and iconic settings. Set 65 stories above the landmark Rockefeller Center with panoramic views in every direction, Trisha will host a one-night only performance on the most romantic night of the year. The performance will feature songs from her Let's Be Frank album, a collection of songs made famous by the legendary Frank Sinatra, who frequented Rainbow Room as both a performer and patron. The New York Times Bestselling cookbook author and chef will also work with Rainbow Room Executive Chef Mathew Woolf to curate a special four-course tasting menu with wine pairings.
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for BLACK MIRROR: BANDERSNATCHDecember 27, 2018Netflix has released the trailer for the film, Black Mirror: Bandersnatch.The movie releases tomorrow, December 28 and has a synopsis that reads, “In 1984, a young programmer begins to question reality as he adapts a sprawling fantasy novel into a video game and soon faces a mind-mangling challenge. Welcome back.”
The NBA Brings ABC to the Top of Christmas Day RatingsDecember 26, 2018ABC (5.872 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.9, #1) was the network to beat on Christmas Day with its telecast of 'NBA on ABC: Los Angeles Lakers at Golden State Warriors' (6.391 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 2.1, #1) and a repeat 'Black-ish' (3.281 million viewers, #4; adults 18-49: 1.0, #2).
Celebrate Elvis' Birthday at GracelandDecember 26, 2018Music fans from around the world will travel to Elvis Presley's Graceland® next week to celebrate the King of Rock 'n' Roll's 84th birthday. Numerous events are scheduled for January 5-8, 2019, including The Auction at Graceland, events with Elvis' good friend Jerry Schilling, a special 'birthday bash' in the Elvis Presley's Memphis entertainment and exhibit complex, the annual Birthday Proclamation on the front lawn of the Graceland mansion and a performance by the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. Fans will also have the opportunity to see the Medal of Freedom recently awarded to Elvis. Many of the birthday celebration events will be held at The Guest House at Graceland, the new AAA Four Diamond-rated resort hotel located just steps from Graceland. For a complete day-by-day schedule visit Graceland.com. Highlights include:
Vaeda Black to Perform at NAMM 2019December 26, 2018Following her latest video release “Suicide Love” being hailed as “...thought-provoking and provocative” (The Daily Listening) and a “captivating vocal performance” (Wonky Sensitive) and much more - Singer/Songwriter Vaeda Black is getting ready to pack her bags and head West for a performance at the 2019 NAMM Show on Saturday, January 26th at 4:00PM on the NAMM Pioneer Pro Audio Arena Plaza Stage!
LIVE IT UP! WITH DONNA DRAKE Wins Two National Telly AwardsDecember 26, 2018When a young “Chopped Junior” and “MasterChef Junior” contestant lost use of one of her most important cooking appliances--her oven--following the events of Hurricane Sandy, little did she know a friend and inspirational TV host would come to her aid. But that was just the case for Junior Chef AJ Espinoza when “Live It Up!” Host Donna Drake gifted the young professional a brand new oven with the help of Sub Zero Group E earlier this year. That heartwarming segment, along with Drake's continued efforts to champion empowerment and positivity throughout the show have earned it TWO National Telly Awards for the 39th Season!
VIDEO: Jordan Peele Releases Terrifying Trailer for USDecember 26, 2018After sending shockwaves across contemporary culture and setting a new standard for provocative, socially-conscious horror films with his directorial debut, Get Out, Academy Award®-winning visionary Jordan Peele returns with another original nightmare that he has written, directed and produced.
Kevin Spacey Charged with Felony Sexual AssaultDecember 24, 2018The district attorney of The Cape and Islands, Massachusetts, announced Monday that Kevin Spacey had been charged with one count of felony sexual assault, the Boston Globe reports.
Z NATION Cancelled by SyfyDecember 24, 2018Syfy has canceled Z Nation after five seasons. The December 28 season-finale will now serve as the zombie drama's series finale.
VIDEO: Abracadeborah Releases 'F**k Christmas' Music VideoDecember 24, 2018Happy Panda Productions has released the music video for Abracadeborah's satirical hip hop holiday song “F**k Christmas.” Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Harris Doran (Beauty Mark) and written by and starring Broadway, tv vet and viral video sensation Deborah S. Craig (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, The Blacklist, Yoga for Black People ) the video was shot in Brooklyn, NY