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Instagram & Spotify Made An Interactive #BlackGirlMagic Map Of The United States

Posted on February 24, 2018 by Benny Hollywood

Getty Images Instagram And Spotify Are Making An Interactive Black Girl Magic Map Spotify and Instagram have teamed up to do something really dope. In celebration of Black History Month , the two platforms are working to highlight the “power, resilience and beauty inspired by black women in our generation and generations past” with an  interactive United States of #BlackGirlMagic map . The graphic highlights the most-liked Instagram posts for top-ranking artists most frequently placed on playlists with the term #BlackGirlMagic by Spotify users. The United States of #BlackGirlMagic map also comes with the playlist, which is live on  Spotify  now. In addition to the playlist and map, Spotify has shared some data on #BlackGirlMagic mentions over the past year, revealing that the U.S. and England lead the conversation using the hashtag (followed by Canada, South Africa, France and Nigeria), with New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta and London topping the cities with the most mentions. The ten most-streamed artists on #BlackGirlMagic playlists include Beyoncé, SZA, Rihanna, Solange, Kehlani, Nicki Minaj, Janelle Monae, Alicia Keys, Lizzo and India.Arie. It doesn’t stop there, either. Instagram is also hosting the first-ever #BlackGirlMagic + #BlackCreatives event in New York on Friday, which will bring together creatives of color for a celebration of artists and creators, paying tribute to the most-influential artists in the Instagram community. Continue reading →

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Hip Hop’s Helpers: Big Boi Is Taking Hospice Patients In His Celebrity Trailers To See ‘Black Panther’

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Benny Hollywood

  Marcus Ingram/Getty Images Big Boi Is Helping Hospice Patients See Black Panther Big Boi says that he hopes to “bring a little light” to a group of Atlanta hospice patients by taking them to see Black Panther on Friday. The Atlanta legend has rented a theater at Stonecrest 16 in Lithonia and will transport about 30 patients at Loving Arms Hospice to watch the film. He said about his good deed, “I’ve had my father and both my grandmothers go through hospice and I’d want to take them to places they couldn’t go. This might be the last movie they get to see. It’s like a little field trip.” Of course, medical staff will accompany the group, who are set to travel to the theater in one of Big Boi’s Celebrity Trailers, his company that supplies luxury trailers to movie sets–he wants the Loving Arms patients to experience the ride in one of the “super plush” vehicles. Like most of us, Big Boi has already seen Black Panther, but he’s looking forward to watching it again. He expressed his love of the movie saying, “The movie is incredible. Just the different layers – the storytelling, the writing, and of course the action. I love seeing the High Museum in there. ATL is thriving, man.” Other celebrities who have bought out theaters in their community for Black Panther viewings include Kendrick Lamar’s label TDE, Desus & Mero, Serena Williams , Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade, and more. Continue reading →

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Racial Identity Is Called Into Question In “Black Card” Short Film [VIDEO]

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Benny Hollywood

Black Filmmmaker Pete Chatmon Directs Short “Black Card” Filmmaker Pete Chatmon has been doing his thing. With it being Black History Month we wanted to share his short film “Black Card” Starring Dorian Missick (“Monster”, “Animal Kingdom”) and Simone Missick (Marvel’s “Luke Cage”, “The Defenders”). It would be just another day for Leonard, except The Commission, a shadow organization tasked with keeping members up to snuff on their “blackness”, is hot on his trail for his latest infraction. An afternoon with the love of his life, Lona, goes off course as a missing ID card escalates into questions of loyalty, life, and love. Did you enjoy? Continue reading →

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Happy BHM! Funny Moments In Black History That Still Affect The Culture Today

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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Source: Bettmann / Getty Black folks can find the humor in any given situation. As we celebrate traditional figures like Martin Luther King , Harriet Tubman and Malcolm X — let’s not forget the lesser known people who’ve also had an impact on African American culture today. Today in FUNNY Black History : This culinary legend is known around the south for her stick to your ribs meals. Corillia Furgeson was the first black mamma to be slapped for being a good cook. Im sure it was after an exceptional meal that included M… https://t.co/04PJQtkHOg pic.twitter.com/u31FVFxEed — Tai OptimusGrind (@MrFatmanSwag) February 8, 2018   Hit the flip for more hilarious little known Black History facts.

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ACE HOOD: Uber, Split With DJ Khaled, Trust The Process W/ B High

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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Ace Hood stopped by Hot 1079 to chop it up with B High about his new single Uber. During the conversation Ace talked about his split with DJ Khaled and becoming independent. Furthermore Ace talked about trusting his process and what he has coming up next.

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Do You Know Detroit? – The Gateway to Freedom

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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In celebration of Black History Month 2018, Radio One Detroit is highlighting Detroit landmarks that have had an impact on black history! Source: iOne Digital / iOne Digital The Gateway to Freedom Source: Raymond Boyd / Getty Detroit has played a major role in the history of African Americans. As one of the major stops on the Underground Railroad, Detroit became a stepping stone for many. The Gateway to Freedom International Memorial to the Underground Railroad is located in Detroit’s Hart Plaza. The monument was sculpted by Edward Dwight and dedicated on October 20, 2001. The monument faces the Detroit River and Canada. Dwight also created a companion to this piece named the Tower of Freedom, which sits in the Civic Esplande in Windsor, Ontario. Both memorials honor the tenacity and fight of African Americans to gain their independence. There are not many websites for information on this historical memorial. However, taking a trip down to Hart Plaza can give you a greater understanding of its history and significance.

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A Black History Message From Congressman David Scott

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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Source: NewsOne Screenshots / NewsOne / Congressional Black Caucus Georgia’s 13th Congressional District Congressman David Scott shared a moment of Black History from Poet Laureate Langston Hughes called “Mother to Son,” which gives the essence of the glorious story of the African American people in America. Check out the video below… [ione_media_gallery src=”http://majicatl.com/” id=”2259830″ overlay=”true”]

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#BlackMenSmiling Is The Life-Affirming, Happy Hashtag We Need Right Now

Posted on February 2, 2018 by Benny Hollywood

(Photo credit should read ANGELA WEISS/AFP/Getty Images) Black Men Smiling Is The Best The good brother Felonious Munk is one of our favorite personalities on Twitter. The comedian had a brilliant idea that’s as simple as it is inspiring: black men, share pics of yourself smiling. And a hashtag was born. Today let's share some pics of #BlackMenSmiling . Like big goofy smiles. Happy (even if just for a moment) with life smiles. Normalize happy. #BlackHistoryMonth where your teeth at? pic.twitter.com/lMmmjybfAU — Ra'sclat Al Ghul (@Felonious_munk) February 2, 2018 This is absolutely the best way to start off Black History Month and we love it. Salute to Felonious and everyone participating. The internet can be the absolute best sometimes. Continue reading →

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These Blackity Black Tweets Kicked Off Black History Month Perfectly

Posted on February 1, 2018 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

One of the most important quotes ever about #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/VaW0goznSf — Jozen (say Joe-Zen) (@jozenc) February 1, 2018 Blackity Black History Month Tweets It’s officially BLACK HISTORY MONTH and we already know it’s about to be EXTRA LIT based on the upcoming Black Panther hysteria and hilariously Blackity Black tweets shattering the internet. #BlackHistoryMonth Mood: pic.twitter.com/jUQ0TN2HRi — Young, Gifted & Black (@JCizle) February 1, 2018 Peep the best (and Blackity Blackest) Black History Month tweets on the flip.

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Ex-NBA Player Rasual Butler And Wife, Singer Leah LaBelle, Killed In Car Crash

Posted on February 1, 2018 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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Source: Gabe Ginsberg / Getty 2018 is off to a heartbreaking start for the family and friends of former NBA player Rasual Butler and his wife, singer Leah LaBelle, after the couple were both killed in a horrific car crash that happened earlier this week. Ex-NBA Player Rasual Butler and Wife Dead In Car Crash https://t.co/1aysk6fABj — TMZ (@TMZ) February 1, 2018 As TMZ reports, during the early morning hours of January 31, Rasual Butler and wife Leah LaBelle were both pronounced dead after being involved in a deadly single car crash in California. Butler and LaBelle are survived by their families, including his daughter Raven Butler from a previous relationship. Via TMZ: Ex-NBA player Rasual Butler and his wife — a singer who appeared on “American Idol” — were both killed in a single car crash in Studio City, CA early Wednesday morning, TMZ Sports has learned. 38-year-old Butler — who was drafted by the Miami Heat in 2002 — lost control of his Range Rover around 2 AM, struck a parking meter and slammed into a wall. The car flipped. Officers believe the car was speeding before it lost control.  Butler had a long NBA career after an impressive run at La Salle — where he was a 2-time First Team All-Atlantic 10 Player. He’s a member of the La Salle Hall of Athletics. He went on to play in the NBA until 2016 — with stints on the Hornets, Clippers, Bulls, Raptors, Pacers, Wizards and Spurs. Rasual most recently played in Ice Cube’s BIG3 league.  Butler’s wife Leah LaBelle, 31, was an R&B singer who was signed to Epic Records. She placed 12th on the 3rd Season of “American Idol” back in 2004.  Fellow NBA and entertainment industry stars expressed their condolences and memories of the young couple, including Kobe Bryant, Pharrell Williams, Shaquille O’Neal, Allen Iverson, Nia Long, Bryan Michael Cox and Ray Allen. We at HB offer our sincerest condolences to Rasual and Leah’s friends and family during this difficult time.   Check out today’s Top Stories here: #JusticeForLuLu: Prank Victim Speaks Out On Humiliating Wig Snatch This Air Force Sergeant Is Under Fire For Her Racist Viral Rant Saying All ‘Black Female’ Subordinates Have Attitudes

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