A n African-American STEM pioneer was finally honored for breaking barriers in the realm of science. Saint Elmo Brady —the first Black man to receive a doctorate degree in chemistry—had a National Historical Chemical Landmark dedicated to him by the American Chemical Society, the Journal for Blacks in Higher Education reported. Dr. Saint Elmo Brady, 1st African American to Earn Ph.D. in Chemistry, Honored With a National Historic Chemical Landmark https://t.co/qTCa7791ik pic.twitter.com/F3rlOvPAsk — Good Black News (@goodblacknews) February 18, 2019 The landmark was added to the University of Illinois campus where Brady received his degree 103 years ago, the news outlet writes. Leaders at the American Chemical Society believe it’s crucial that Brady’s journey and contributions to STEM don’t go unsung. The organization’s 2018 President Peter K. Dorhout believes that Brady’s story will serve as inspiration for the next generation of Black STEM leaders. “This landmark designation recognizes the outstanding accomplishments and leadership impact that Dr. Brady has had on the chemical profession,” said Dorhout in a statement, according to the news outlet. “I am proud to be an alumnus of the university that was part of his legacy — dreaming, designing and executing the creation of four outstanding and impactful chemistry programs that have each worked to ensure access to higher education and the chemical professions for so many young African-American men and women over the last century.” There was a designation ceremony that was held on February 5. A Louisville native, Dr. Brady received his bachelor’s degree in 1908 from Fisk University. Four years after graduating, he went on to pursue his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois. Throughout his career, he held teaching roles at Tuskegee University, Tougaloo College, Howard University, and Fisk University. He chaired the chemistry departments at his alma mater Fisk and at Howard University as well. The University of Illinois isn’t the only institution that will receive a plaque dedicated to Dr. Brady. Other universities and colleges that he left a mark on will as well; including Fisk University, Tuskegee University, Howard University, and Tougaloo College. SEE ALSO: New Textbook Makes Black History Relevant 365 Days Of The Year National Trust For Historic Preservation Launches #TellTheFullHistory Campaign For Black History Month [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3846537″ overlay=”true”]
Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). Gunna released “Drip or Drown 2” and fans better get ready for this 16-track album. On this album Gunna has features with Young Thug as well Playboi Carti and many more. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit For those that don’t know what “drip” is Gunna shared that it’s your attire, swag and whatever you got on. Gunna is a fan of labels and mentioned that the expensive outfit he wore on his album cover had to be tossed. SEE ALSO: Obama’s Swag Drip Too Hard At the UNC v Duke Game [PHOTOS] Many might not know, but Gunna can’t swim. The day he did the shooting for the cover worried him a bit and he just kept floating to the top while trying to take pictures. Gunna has been rapping since he was 15. He got his name through him saying adlibs at the end of his rhymes and the name “Gunna” just stuck with him. The rapper was on tour with Travis Scott and enjoyed every moment of it. When asked about his dating life people are always sliding in his DM. Make sure you listen to the full interview with Gunna up top! Check out photos of Cardi B during fashion week below! ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Jussie Smollett Turns Himself In Over Disorderly Conduct Charge [PHOTO] Wendy Williams To Return To Her Talk Show After Long Break Barack Obama Spent His Presidents’ Day With John Legend, Chrissy Teigen, And Ayesha & Stephen Curry [Photos] [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1943982″ overlay=”true”] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: Adene Sanchez / Getty Black History Month has been a lot. We need a do over…but in the meantime, these were some of the craziest moments and pettiest reactions of the month so far. To kick things off, 21 Savage was arrested by ICE after he spoke out against some of their practices in his song “A Lot.” Obviously, we all wanted to see 21 safe and free to stay in the United States with his family—but when the nation found out that the most ATL person we’ve ever known was actually born in London, pettiness about him possibly having a British accent and more ensued. Click here to see who folks say “snitched.” Liam Neeson randomly admitted to wanting to kill a Black man…any Black man…in order to get revenge for a friend who claimed she was rape by a Black guy. He admitted to actively looking for Black men, hoping for some sort of an altercation…and while some folks, gave him props for admitting to his “past” racism, most didn’t let him off that easily and/or had petty jokes for days. Since we not fucking with Liam Neeson anymore put me in the next Taken ima find Jay Z 92 bricks. — Vince Staples (@vincestaples) February 11, 2019 I'm a bit late. All the good Liam Neeson jokes are…Taken. — Aatif Nawaz (@AatifNawaz) February 6, 2019 On another note, is it just us or has it been feeling more like blackface month? Gucci, Moncler, AND Prada were all blasted for obviously racist designs that were all blatantly offensive. Then, to top it off, Burberry had a model wear a “noose hoodie” while walking the runway for London Fashion Week. While many of us instantly decided these designers were #canceled, Floyd Mayweather—in all his ignorance and pettiness—decided to throw on head-to-toe Gucci , and hit Instagram to say “People boycott for trend but turn around and still shop at H&M and watch the NFL.” 50 Cent made fun of his reading ability once more and Twitter had a blast with it all. 50 Cent has responded to Floyd Mayweather’s comments pic.twitter.com/PBjUQeJGTw — Quake (@QuakeGW) February 15, 2019 People also thought it was pretty interesting that Nicki Minaj dropped her own remix to Blueface’s viral hit “Thotiana,” even though the West Coast rapper’s remix with Cardi B was on its way . Now that Cardi’s version has arrived, the debate on who’s is better has been never-ending. But overall it seems like the internet is fed up with Nicki’s…creative choices. I love this Thotiana Remix, Cardi B verse is heat on it, Blueface got bodied lmao. Nicki Minaj take notes, you could freestyle without having to rhyme IANA with IANA. — Hip-hop bigger than any artist (@TopHipHopPolls) February 17, 2019 On February 10, Will Smith was the butt of some hilarious jokes after unveiling his genie look in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Disney’s Aladdin . Reassuring petty fans that he would, in fact, be blue he posted a sneak peek from the movie—but people were highly dissatisfied with the end result. “Should he look like the genie or like Will Smith?” “Yes.” pic.twitter.com/54sRUKXiRB — American Antony Santos (@TheMikeTre) February 11, 2019 The Grammys also went down on February 10. Due to being locked up by ICE, 21 Savage wasn’t able to hit the stage for his scheduled performance with Post Malone…so fans were eager to see if Post would at least shout 21 out—but nope. In fact, Childish Gambino producer Ludwig Goransson was the only person to shout 21 out the entire night. This ain’t a petty tweet, it’s simply facts. Ludwig Goransson gives the night's only real 21 Savage shoutout 3 and a half hours into the show. — Craig Bro Dude (@CraigSJ) February 11, 2019 But there was more…Cardi B and Offset confirmed their obvious reunion… but folks are kind of tired of Offset , Kylie Jenner didn’t look her best and people pointed it out all night, Anita Baker didn’t seem pleased with the Aretha Franklin tribute, and for some reason Jennifer Lopez did the Motown tribute…which literally confused everyone. Also Cardi winning a Grammy had everyone on their pettiest behavior (including, BET unfortunately). ….. Shaking my head. https://t.co/u06PUk6Tsq — Anita Baker (@IAMANITABAKER) February 11, 2019 I will never recover from that Jennifer Lopez Motown tribute at the Grammys or this Mariah Carey quote. pic.twitter.com/TC4boZHCB3 — GirlTyler (@sheistyler) February 13, 2019 Cardi B isn't better than Nicki Minaj!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! — Omo Iya Eleja (@motivatedgeorge) February 11, 2019 When Steve Harvey and Mo’Nique sat down to discuss their differences of opinion regarding the actress being blackballed, fans came to Mo’s defense. After suggesting that Mo’Nique’s integrity was not as important as getting a check and more, Harvey was accused of being a sellout and dragged to Black Twitter hell by the internet. mo'nique: i have integri– steve harvey: if i crumble, my children crumble, my grandchildren crumble, blueberry crumble, rumble in the jungle, bitch be humble, i am a CLOWN — . (@hoodqueer) February 14, 2019 For some reason, people are obsessed with Malia Obama pretty much being a normal 20-year-old. Our Forever First Kid was caught sipping on some wine after a writer posted a photo that showed her holding a bottle of Rosé. The legal drinking age is 21, but everyone seemed more amused than they were upset. All of Twitter coming together to defend Malia Obama pic.twitter.com/9wgS2WHvj3 — philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) February 19, 2019 In what was probably the most confusing moment of them all, Jussie Smollett has been accused of staging the homophobic and racist attack that hospitalized him in January. His mugshot has since been released and reports say he is being charged with felony disorderly conduct and faces up to three years in jail. Lmfao. I don’t want him in jail. I think he should be on 3 months probation with the terms being him having to eat Subway everyday https://t.co/WmsRxargHR — Yac House P | Taahir (@PhillyTheBoss) February 21, 2019 On a lighter note, persistent cheater Tristan Thompson got caught stepping out on Khloe Kardashian yet again—this time with Kylie Jenner’s best friend Jordyn Woods at a party. When reports surfaced, Khloe and the crew pettily confirmed them on social media and fans went in on the ever so trifling Jordyn and dirty dog Tristan. *source* from Tristan Thompson's party: pic.twitter.com/bMag6zKqMt — Jenn Wick (@Jennykay5real) February 20, 2019 While sitting down for a town hall symposium for the My Brother’s Keeper program, Barack Obama and Stephen Curry gave out some great advice to the young men in attendance. Specifically, Obama talked about having confidence and not using twerking women and gold chains to front. “If you are very confident about your sexuality, you don’t have to have eight women around you twerkin’,” he hilariously said. “You seem stressed that you’ve gotta be acting that way. I’ve got one woman that I’m very happy with.” Shout out to Mrs. O. and to be clear, there is no tweet to see here people…”You seem stressed” is Obama at his pettiest and we love it. To close thing out, we’ve also gathered your usual, everyday pettiness happening on social media…like folks making fun of single people, Soulja Boy correcting TMZ titles that claimed he was “dating” Blac Chyna, people laughing at Kim K.’s cluelessness , and more. Idk who needs to hear this but… Sis, your soulmate is not that lady’s husband. Lmao. — i work at the mall. (@noIGjazz) February 18, 2019 #SignsYouAreSingle You finished Netflix — Katt Funny (@KattFunny) February 11, 2019 when cardi b said invasion of privacy, offset took it literally pic.twitter.com/nniNkdlrDj — R1+ O (@r1finesse_) February 11, 2019 Soulja Boy apologizes to Blac Chyna pic.twitter.com/jtsln5mv9z — BallerAlert (@balleralert) February 21, 2019 Kim Kardashian saying PERIODT is violence — kayla (@kaylawillsaveu) February 21, 2019 You mean like @KylieJenner did countless times with smaller black owned businesses??? — belladonna (@la_bellamarie) February 19, 2019 lmao why did the sun give you a lineup https://t.co/awVvE4UPn9 — cilvia demo’s #1 fan ⃠ (@thesunstirade) February 13, 2019 He looks like Bruce Willis and Adam Sandler combined https://t.co/A4zoN1e4Bk — B E A N Z | Currently stuck in Raccoon City (@PhotosByBeanz) February 20, 2019 And per usual, shoutout to our heavenly queen, Bey. Every week Beyoncé is doing her part to save Black History Month and it needs to be acknowledged. https://t.co/VOpUO8UKJG — Your Fave (@PartitionBeat) February 20, 2019
Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). Source: Portland Press Herald / Getty Baltimore City Fire Department and Police Department were called to the scene of a fire near M&T Bank Stadium, where the Baltimore Ravens play after a porta potty went up in flames. According to PEOPLE , an unidentified man was seen running from the toilets while in flames. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit When the police and fire department got there two more portable toilets caught on fire as well. By the time first responders got on the scene the man that had caught on fire had died from his injuries. SEE ALSO: Bible Of Veteran Survives House Fire, Calls It A Sign From God The Baltimore Police Department are currently investigating this tragic accident. After all the fires were put out several photos of the damage was posted on social media. No one was at the stadium at that time. Currently, M&T Bank Stadium is under a $120 million renovation and will hopefully be completed at the beginning of the 2019 football season. If you know any information about the incident, police are asking for you to call 1-866-7LOCKUP. Check out the best NFL cleats below! ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Jussie Smollett Suspended From Empire Malcolm X Quotes That Are Eerily Relevant In 2019 Stacey Dash Reportedly Owes Thousands In Back Taxes [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1828831″ overlay=”true”] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: Celebrities in attendance for the Paris Saint-Germain F.C. vs Barcelona F.C. football match in Paris Featuring: Beyonce,Jay-Z Where: Paris, France When: 30 Sep 2014 Credit: WENN.com **Not available for publication in France, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Italy** Beyoncé And Jay-Z continue to lead by example when it comes to representing for the culture. Their recent acceptance video proved once again that their thrones will not be shared. As reported by Buzzfeed the Carters’ recently took home the trophy for Best International Group at the BRIT Awards. Unfortunately the power couple was unable to attend the festivities but in place they recorded a thank you visual that stole the show. Reinvisioning their “Apesh*t” music video, Hov and Bey spoke in front of a very regal portrait of the Meghan Markle. For those not in the know Markle is wife of Prince Harry which makes her the Duchess of Sussex, the first woman of color in the British royal family. “Thank you so much to the BRIT Awards for this incredible honor,” Beyoncé said. “You guys have always been so supportive. Everything is love. Thank you.” In typical Jay-Z he fashion he closed out the prerecorded message with “you’re welcome.” At the end a child who we presume is their daughter Blue Ivy saying “why?!” Well played @Beyonce & @S_C_ Watch The #BRITs 2019 live here: https://t.co/qj4KiENtGs pic.twitter.com/rGnmq0RUlr — BRIT Awards (@BRITs) February 20, 2019 Queen B took to her Instagram to further detail her appreciation for the honor all the while celebrating Black History Month. “Thank you to the Brits for the award for Best International Group. I won this award back in 2002 with my besties, Kelly and Michelle. How lucky am I to have been in a group with my other best friend, the GOAT Hova. In honor of Black History Month, we bow down to one of our Melanated Monas. Congrats on your pregnancy! We wish you so much joy.” View this post on Instagram Thank you to the Brits for the award for Best International Group. I won this award back in 2002 with my besties, Kelly and Michelle. How lucky am I to have been in a group with my other best friend, the GOAT Hova. In honor of Black History Month, we bow down to one of our Melanated Monas. Congrats on your pregnancy! We wish you so much joy. A post shared by Beyoncé (@beyonce) on Feb 20, 2019 at 2:48pm PST This is the second time Beyoncé has won for Best International Group. In 2002 she won as one third of Destiny’s Child. Photo: Raven B. Varona/Parkwood/PictureGroup
Though Nike is known for their innovative and groundbreaking creations, it seems like their latest design has 2 Chainz up in arms. The “No Lie” rapper took to his Instagram page to call out Nike for biting the album art to his album Pretty Girls Like Trap Music and splashing it on the silhouette of their Valentine’s Day Zoom Fly SP. Designed by Nathan Bell, the sneaker does seem to not only feature the color of the album cover but the font used for the art and track listing. Naturally, Chainz peeped game and took to the Gram to call out Nike for stealing off his plate. “Dear @nike you guys are one of my favorite brands in the whole world. You have the best marketing I have ever seen and support some of the biggest superstars to date … I never really understand how much influence I have that’s why I made up the #blacknowstory so I could give people there#roseswhiletheycansmellthem ! With that being said I’m happy I could influence you guys to make this shoe based off my last album#prettygirlsliketrapmusic ! I met a few really good and cool @nike reps in Charlotte this past weekend and looking forward to speaking to someone soon about this ! Love Always , Negotiating Toni.” Check out his post below and let us know if Nike straight jacked Chainz of his work or if it was just a co-inky-dink. View this post on Instagram Dear @nike you guys are one of my favorite brands in the whole world. You have the best marketing I have ever seen and support some of the biggest superstars to date … I never really understand how much influence I have that’s why I made up the #blacknowstory so I could give people there #roseswhiletheycansmellthem ! With that being said I’m happy I could influence you guys to make this shoe based off my last album #prettygirlsliketrapmusic ! I met a few really good and cool @nike reps in Charlotte this past weekend and looking forward to speaking to someone soon about this ! Love Always , Negotiating Toni A post shared by 2 Chainz Aka Tity Boi (@2chainz) on Feb 20, 2019 at 1:54pm PST
Was it an accident or was it foul play? Join Our Text Club To Get The Latest Music, Entertainment, Contests And Breaking News On Your Phone. Text VIP to 71007 to join! In November 2018, Tamla Horsford was found dead at a friend’s home after an adult sleepover. The mother of five’s death was ruled an accident by alcohol poisoning but there have been skeptics who suggest that Horsford died at the hands of foul play. Major Joe Perkins with the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office in Georgia told reporters that none of Horsford’s injuries leaned towards foul play. “It was a party. They were drinking,” 11 Alive reports. “She was drinking. Most of the partygoers had gone to bed at that time, and she was on the deck alone.” It was alleged that Horsford fell off a balcony where she was attending a “Football Moms” sleepover with seven other moms and three men. The early death certificate released by the coroner suggested that Horsford’s death was an accident but the fall from the balcony caused “multiple blunt force injuries” and “acute ethanol intoxication” also known as alcohol poisoning. But friends, internet theorists and more suggest that there’s more to the story. Her best friend Michelle Graves , who was not at the party suggests that foul play happened to claim her friend’s life. “It’s impossible to get the injuries that she had from one fall,” Graves told Atlanta’s WSB-TV . Here’s what we know. Horsford Died At A “Football Moms” Sleepover, Although Men Were Present There is video evidence of Horsford singing “Happy Birthday” at the party that was for the football mom’s. But why were men present if witnesses claim it was a sleepover just for the women? Multiple Abrasions Were Reportedly Found On Horsford’s Body Horsford’s family hired another medical examiner who found the other marks on Horsford’s body. The man who called 911, Jose Barrera pointed out a cut on Horsford’s wrist. “She’s lying in the yard, basically on the patio downstairs. She’s not moving one bit. She’s not breathing,” he told dispatchers. “I’m noticing a small cut on her right wrist. She’s not breathing whatsoever. I don’t know if this cut was self-inflicted.” “We’re glad we’re not the only ones who feel there’s something awry with the story and with how she lost her life,” Graves told WSB-TV reporter Mike Petchenik. Barrera himself was placed on leave by his job at the Forsyth County Court system for using his position to “access confidential files on a current investigation surrounding a death in which you were a witness.” He was later terminated . Horsford’s case was officially closed on February 20 . “The State of Georgia has ruled the death accidental and consistent with an accidental fall,” s aid Major Joe Perkins with the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office . “None of the injury patterns noted were consistent with foul play.” After speaking to the attendees’ police said Horsford’s death happened when she accidentally fell from a deck at the house. None of the attendees of the party saw the fall. “While the injuries sustained appeared to have been likely received in a fall, detectives awaited toxicology and medical examiner reports to verify the findings,” Perkins said.
Slutty Vegan came about the summer of 2018 by Pinky Cole. A Baltimore native, she ended up planting her roots in Atlanta. Coming to West End community of Atlanta, they’ve made their mission provide quality vegan meals to communities that would have otherwise never had these options. The philosophy at Slutty Vegan is “VEGANS CAN BE SLUTTY TOO”. They actively seek to dismiss the notion held by many we serve, that vegan food is either too expensive or too bland. View this post on Instagram It’s safe to say @frankski @jadenovah @jrsportbrief from @v103atlanta officially got #SLUTTIFIED . . #sluttyveganatl #slutsofinstagram #vegan #sluttyvegan #slutburger #thesluttytakeover #veganburger #vegantakeover #burgers #atl #atlanta #veganislife #slutnation #slutsonthemove #slutmobile #veganstastebetter #veganislife #sluttified #getsluttified #fortheculture #eatplants #atlshawty #eatplantsyaslut #getslutty A post shared by Slutty Vegan ATL (@sluttyveganatl) on Jan 24, 2019 at 9:23am PST With a team of innovative, visionary, and passionate members Slutty make it our goal to make every SLUTTY experience as amazing as the first. QuickSilva talked to Founder, Pinky Cole about her journey from the city of Baltimore to Atlanta and having some of the biggest celebrities in Hollywood getting SLUTTY!
Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). Source: Brook Christopher / Getty Wendy Williams fans get ready because after a long break the host will be back with her famous “how you doing?” Over the last couple of years Williams has been dealing with Graves’ disease which affects her thyroid and in December she fractured her shoulder causing her to be out for a couple days. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit She was supposed to return to her purple chair on January 14th after winter break and then it was pushed back to January 21st. Over the past couple of weeks fans have been speculating that she didn’t return because rumors about her husband, Kevin Hunter having an alleged mistress and baby came out. SEE ALSO: Gary’s Tea: Gucci Mane Puts 60-Carat Diamond Ring On Keyshia Ka’oir Finger, Wendy Williams Staff Allegedly Happier That She’s Gone & More [VIDEO] Several guest hosts including Nick Cannon , Sherri Shephard and more have filled in for her the month of February, but people want Williams back. According to PEOPLE , this morning a tweet was sent out from her “Wendy Williams Show” account with good news. The tweet mentioned that Williams will be making her way back on March 4th. pic.twitter.com/qELUWJmhnd — Wendy Williams (@WendyWilliams) February 21, 2019 In that note she also thanked her staff for working so hard while she’s been away. We can’t wait to see Wendy in March and look forward to giving fans her opinion on all these hot topics she’s been missing. [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1969243″ overlay=”true”] ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Angela Simmons’ Ex-Fiance Autopsy Revealed Michelle Williams Speaks Out: “Social Media Really Allows You To See How Many People Really Need The Love Of Christ In Their Heart Jussie Smollett Gives First Interview Since Being Attacked & Shuts Down Rumors [VIDEO] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: Thomas Trutschel / Getty To all the upcoming artists out there trying to get your music heard , there’s a new opportunity on the horizon and it has the potential to change your life. Today, TIDAL announced TIDAL Unplugged, “an unprecedented million dollar artist grant program dedicated to building emerging artists’ careers,” funded by Mark Lampert (BVF Partners L.P.) & Robert Nelsen (ARCH Venture Partners). While the first go ’round will only accommodate local Detroit artists , TIDAL plans to expand the program into other markets moving forward. So, what are the details? “TIDAL Unplugged will kick off in Detroit, where Lampert’s grandfather started his musical career. Local artists will have the chance to submit their music through TIDAL to receive part of the million dollar grant,” the subscription-based streaming service stated via press release. “The artists chosen will each work with the TIDAL Unplugged team to create a personalized program aimed to cover resources needed to further their musical career. The grant can cover living expenses, equipment, studio time, and more as well as access to expertly guided recording and creative resources. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity allows aspiring musicians to chase their dreams as well as dedicate more time and energy to pursuing a career as an artist.” “Working with TIDAL and utilizing the resources provided, the finalists will develop and finish four songs for distribution. Once the tracks are complete, they will exclusively premiere on TIDAL and receive promotion through its TIDAL Rising program. Artists will maintain 100% ownership of recording masters. As part of TIDAL’s mission to support rising artists with unique opportunities to grow their fan bases, the finalists will perform their songs in a TIDAL Unplugged showcase in November,” TIDAL states. So, how do I apply? “Beginning March 1, 2019 Detroit residents can apply on TIDAL.com/Unplugged ,” the press release goes on to state. “Artists from all genres are encouraged to submit, but music must be performed acapella or acoustically and must not rely heavily on digital elements. The finalists will be announced in May. Following a pilot run in Detroit, TIDAL aims to expand the program into other markets.” “The TIDAL Rising program is incredibly special to everyone at TIDAL – from the interns to the artist-owners — we recognize the power of streaming and the importance of supporting and encouraging emerging musicians,” said Jason Kpana, TIDAL SVP of Artist Relations, in the press release. “Being able to expand the program to support musicians in an authentic and substantial way is truly an honor.” Get your audition tapes ready…
