Today for Black History Month 2019 , we are highlighting the iconic singer– Whitney Houston . Source: Sony Press / Sony Music Birth Date: August 9, 1963 Hometown: Newark, New Jersey Fun Facts: Whitney Houston signed to Arista Records when she was just 19 Whitney Houston is one of the highest selling female artists of all time Whitney Houston was also an actor, and appeared in several movies such as The Bodyguard and The Preacher’s Wife Whitney Houston sang the national anthem in 1991 at Super Bowl XXV Whitney Houston had one child, named Bobbi Kristina, with former New Edition singer Bobby Brown We thank you for your contributions Whitney Houston . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://thebeatdfw.com” id=”3111497″ overlay=”true”]
Today for Black History Month 2019 , we are highlighting the rapper turned entrepreneur– Dr. Dre . Source: Todd Williamson Archive / Getty Birth Date: February 18, 1965 Hometown: Compton, California Fun Facts: Dr. Dre partnered with Jimmy Iovine to launch Beats Electronics LLC (which is responsible for making the popular Beats by Dr. Dre headphones) Dr. Dre was a member of the controversial rap group N.W.A. Dr. Dre is responsible for developing acts like The Game, Eminem, 50 Cent, Snoop Dogg, and Kendrick Lamar Dr. Dre is married to Nicole Young and has 6 kids Dr. Dre created his own record label called Aftermath Entertainment We thank you for your contributions Dr. Dre . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://thebeatdfw.com” id=”3113079″ overlay=”true”]
Today for Black History Month 2019 , we are highlighting the music business entrepreneur behind No Limit Records– Master P . Source: Jason LaVeris / Getty Birth Date: April 29, 1970 Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana Fun Facts: Master P’s real name is Percy Miller Master P attended the University of Houston (Houston, TX) and Merritt College (Oakland, CA) Master P founded No Limit Records in 1990 Master P was one of the first rappers to expand into other business ventures, such as cell phones, rims, sports management, real estate, toys, films, and clothing Master P has 7 kids Master P was the first rapper to play in the NBA (pre-season for the Toronto Raptors and the Charlotte Hornets) Master P was the first rapper to secure a $30 million dollar deal and keep 100% ownership of his masters (which was unheard of in the 90s) We thank you for your contributions Master P . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://thebeatdfw.com” id=”3111485″ overlay=”true”]
Today for Black History Month 2019 , we are highlighting the music business entrepreneurs behind the label Quality Control– Coach K and Pee . Source: Bennett Raglin / Getty Birth Date: Kevin “Coach K” Lee (September 12, 1970 ), Pierre “Pee” Thomas (June 7, 1981) Hometown: Kevin “Coach K” Lee (Indianapolis, IN), Pierre “Pee” Thomas (Atlanta, GA) Fun Facts: Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight sparked Coach K’s love for hip hop Coach K went to Saint Augustine’s University in North Carolina Coach K’s first label, Universal Stars, was a failure he learned from Coach K used to manage both Gucci Mane and Young Jeezy Together, Coach K and Pee signed the Migos, Lil Yachty, City Girls, and other artists that have moved the hip hop culture forward We thank you for your contributions Coach K and Pee . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://thebeatdfw.com” id=”3111225″ overlay=”true”]
And they thought it couldn’t happen. After a nasty back-and-forth a few years back Meek Mill and Drake are back on good terms and today they’re showing the world that a minor misunderstanding shouldn’t lead to a lifelong beef. In their visual to “Going Bad,” Meek and Drake turn up mafia style with a gang of well dressed gentlemen you don’t wanna owe anything to unless you wanna sleep with the fishes or have the present Nipsey Hussle slap life outta you. Back in the ATL Freebandz H.N.I.C. Future comes through with a visual for “Never Stop” where he styles in a luxurious mansion where the women style in black angel wings and push wheelbarrows filled with cash. That must be his monthly sneaker budget . Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from A$AP Rocky, Trevor Jackson, and more. FUTURE – “NEVER STOP” MIKE WILL MADE-IT, A$AP ROCKY, A$AP FERG & NICKI MINAJ – “RUNNIN” A$AP ROCKY – “KIDS TURNED OUT FINE” TREVOR JACKSON – “WARNING” LOCKSMITH FT. JARREN BENTON – “GHOST” MIKE SMIFF – “I GOT YOU”
Today for Black History Month 2019 , we are highlighting the mogul Jay-Z . Source: Scott Legato / Getty Birth Date: December 4, 1969 Hometown: New York City, New York Fun Facts: Jay-Z’s real name is Shawn Carter Jay-Z is an entrepreneur, producer, and artist that co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records in 1995 with Damon Dash and Kareem ‘Biggs’ Burke Jay-Z is married to R&B singer Beyonce and has 3 children Jay-Z is also known for his business endeavors with Tidal, Rocawear clothing, D’USSÉ cognac, REEBOK, the 40/40 Club, the Brooklyn Nets, Roc Nation, Roc Nation Sports, Cohiba cigars, and Armand de Brignac champagne Jay-Z helped to bring about more awareness regarding the criminal justice system by producing a documentary on Kalief Browder, who was wrongly imprisoned for 3 years on Riker’s Island in New York We thank you for your contributions Jay-Z . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://thebeatdfw.com” id=”3111224″ overlay=”true”]
Today for Black History Month 2019 , we are highlighting the mogul Sean Combs . Source: Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Birth Date: November 4, 1969 Hometown: New York City, New York Fun Facts: Sean goes by many names such as Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, and simply Diddy Sean is an entrepreneur, producer, and artist that started Bad Boy Entertainment in 1993 Sean is also known for his business endeavors with Ciroc, Revolt TV, and Sean John clothing Sean signed the late Notorious B.I.G., Craig Mack and many other artists Sean has 6 children Sean attended Howard University Sean got his start in the Music Business as an intern at Uptown Records We thank you for your contributions Sean Combs . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://thebeatdfw.com” id=”3111223″ overlay=”true”]
G eorgia-bred author Nicholas Buamah hasn’t even reached the age of 10 yet, but he’s gone further in his literary career than most authors. According to Face2Face Africa , the 7-year-old’s book was accepted into the Library of Congress. ICYMI: This 7-year-old’s book has been accepted into the Library of Congress. > https://t.co/jUBmXOij7k #F2FA #africa #panafrican #diaspora pic.twitter.com/HaydVrlOEK — Face2face Africa (@Face2faceAFRICA) December 29, 2018 Buamah’s book—titled Kayla & Kyle The Walking Dictionaries: Election Day —was created in an effort to help youngsters build their vocabulary, the news outlet writes. The book—which is being sold by retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble—was so effective that it was selected to be added to the Library of Congress’ collection of over 39 million books. The story is centered on siblings who are vying to become their school’s next leader and they square off in a debate before their classmates. “I developed the character of Kayla when Nicholas was younger to help teach him expanded vocabulary. After being praised by his first-grade teacher for using the word ‘collaborate’ during his first week of school, I asked Nicholas what he thought about writing a book to help his friends expand their vocabularies,” said Buamah’s mother Danielle in a statement, according to the news outlet. “He thought it was a great idea, as long as one of the main characters could be a male figure, and that’s when he created Kyle.” Buamah wants his book included in school libraries throughout the country. The next installment of his Walking Dictionary series is slated to be released in Summer 2019. He wants to use the series as an avenue to help students develop literacy skills. Buamah has other goals that span outside of the literary world. He hopes to become a mechanical engineer one day. There are many young Black authors on the rise. 8-year old author Jamarion Rainey released a book entitled ADHD and Me: The Key to help other youngsters dealing with ADHD. SEE ALSO: DC School Aims To Change The Narrative About Literacy And Black Boys Entrepreneur Aims To Open Only Black-Owned Bookstore In Orlando [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3841619″ overlay=”true”]
T he late legendary music artist Jimi Hendrix recently received a major honor from his hometown of Seattle. According to the Seattle Times , legislation was signed to name the Renton Highlands Post Office after Hendrix. Last week a bill was signed into law re-christening the Renton Highlands Post Office the James Marshall “Jimi” Hendrix Post Office in the legendary guitarist’s honor. https://t.co/uviFZ5LKyb — The Seattle Times (@seattletimes) December 28, 2018 Under the bill—which was supported by Rep. Adam Smith and other senators—the post office’s new name will be the James Marshall “Jimi” Hendrix Post Office, the news outlet writes. Local officials believed that he should be recognized not only for his contributions to music, but the influence and impact that he had on Seattle as well. “I am honored to join in paying tribute to rock and roll icon and Seattle native Jimi Hendrix with the renaming of the Renton Highlands Post Office as the James Marshall ‘Jimi’ Hendrix Post Office Building,” Rep. Smith told the news outlet. “This designation will further celebrate Hendrix’s deep connection to the Puget Sound region and help ensure that his creative legacy will be remembered by our community and inspire future generations.” The city has made an ongoing effort to highlight the guitarist’s legacy. In Seattle, he has a park named in his honor, a bronze statue in the city that depicts him kneeling and playing a guitar, and most recently there was an exhibit dubbed Bold As Love: Jimi Hendrix at Home that opened which delves into his early beginnings and the evolution of his musical journey at the Northwest African American Museum. Jimi Hendrix is one of the most influential guitarists in music history. “Seattle will always be Jimi’s home,” his sister Janie Hendrix once said in an interview, according to Rolling Stone . “This very area is where Jimi grew up, where his dreams were cultivated and his creative energy awakened, in many ways.” SEE ALSO: Rihanna Has A Message For Trump Playing Her Music At His ‘Tragic Rallies’ Prince’s Estate Demands Trump Stop Playing His Music At Rallies [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3842167″ overlay=”true”]
N BA star LeBron James has made major strides both on and off the court in 2018. Not only did we watch James lead his former team the Cleveland Cavaliers to the NBA finals, but we’ve also witnessed him evolve into a fierce advocate for social justice. His accomplishments this year garnered him The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year Award, ESPN reported. LeBron James named AP male athlete of the year for third time pic.twitter.com/7lEdZKYyW6 — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 27, 2018 This is the third time that James has received the award, the news outlet writes. He was selected by U.S. editors and news directors. Aside from having a strong presence on the court where he averaged just shy of 30 points per game, he continuously used his platform to spread awareness about social issues and bring important conversations surrounding race in America to the forefront. He produced a powerful documentary dubbed Shut Up and Dribble that explored the history of Black athletes who have been outspoken about social and political issues. He created an unscripted series called The Shop that featured candid conversations with celebrities about culturally relevant topics. One of his biggest accomplishments this year was opening up the I Promise School for youth in his hometown of Akron. He joins a list of influential athletes—including Michael Jordan , Lance Armstrong , and Tiger Woods —who have all received the award at least three times. “In addition to being on everyone’s short list as one of the league’s all-time greatest players, LeBron is among the hardest-working players and is a thoughtful and impactful leader,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver told the news outlet. “He serves on the executive committee of the Players Association even as he builds an impressive media company of his own. And what’s most inspiring, and no surprise given his talent and focus, is how he’s done all of this while embracing his unique opportunity to positively impact communities in need.” James dedicated the award to the I Promise School. “Throughout my journey if I’m able to win anything, my name is getting the award but it’s more than that,” he said in a statement, according to Sports Illustrated . “It’s everybody that I try to inspire. It’s my teammates and it’s my city, where I come from. It’s my kids and my school so it’s never about me.” This accolade comes just weeks after it was announced that James’ Equality Sneakers will be featured in an exhibition at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. SEE ALSO: National Museum Of African American History And Culture To Display LeBron James’ Equality Sneakers The NBA Is Back! Here Are LeBron James, Other Players’ Big Moments Of Activism For The Culture [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3838832″ overlay=”true”]
