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Ukraine War Updates: Russian Evacuation Orders in Zaporizhzhia Sow Confusion – The New York Times

All Posts, World NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

Ukraine War Updates: Russian Evacuation Orders in Zaporizhzhia Sow Confusion The New York Times Russia evacuates Ukraine region that holds Europe’s largest nuclear plant Fox News Operations suspended at Ukraine nuclear plant in case of ‘provocations’ – TASS Reuters Confusion in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Region as Russia Issues Evacuation Order The New York Times Russian forces lash out indiscriminately as

Lecrae and Tasha Cobbs Leonard Release “Your Power”: Listen here!

All Posts, Gospel NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

Just in time for May Mental Health Awareness Month, Grammy, Dove, and Stellar Award-winning artists Lecrae and Tasha Cobbs Leonard shared a powerful conversation about mental health and the state of Christian music. Short clips ran on their social pages stirring up excitement from fans and building anticipation for the release of the entire conversation.

Marvin Sapp’s Son Jamar Prince (Marvin Sapp Jr.) Gets Married, Ties the Knot with Fiancée

All Posts, Gospel NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

Gospel music icon, Marvin Sapp‘s son Jamar Prince (Marvin L. Sapp, Jr.) finally ties the knot with his fiancee, Arica Simone, in McKinney, Texas. The lovely couple who announced their engagement in July last year got married on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Taking to social media, Marvin Sapp shared a lovely photo of the couple

‘Waye Me Yie’: Piesie Esther Named ‘Gospel Artist of the Year’ at 2023 VGMA Awards

All Posts, Gospel NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

Winners have been announced for the 2023 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA). The annual music award ceremony highly regarded in the country for recognizing exceptional artistic feats, was held at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre on May 6, 2023. Congratulations are in order for Ghanaian gospel songstress Piesse Esther, who was

Steve Coleman’s Rebuttal

All Posts, Contemporary Jazz NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

I would like to thank the current JazzTimes editor for allowing my voice to be heard. This is being addressed two years after Weiner’s 2021 … Read More “Steve Coleman’s Rebuttal” The post Steve Coleman’s Rebuttal appeared first on JazzTimes.

JazzTimes’ Direction

All Posts, Contemporary Jazz NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

I MUST SHARE, in all honesty, that being given the gig of writing a monthly column for the legendary JazzTimes is an honor and quite … Read More “JazzTimes’ Direction” The post JazzTimes’ Direction appeared first on JazzTimes.

A Day in the Life of Billy Harper

All Posts, Contemporary Jazz NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

I do my fair share of traveling and performing, so maintaining a ”daily” routine does pose a challenge. I am often on the road at … Read More “A Day in the Life of Billy Harper” The post A Day in the Life of Billy Harper appeared first on JazzTimes.

LaTocha Is No Longer Afraid: Interview

All Posts, R&B NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

LaTocha Scott’s solo career began at an early age. Growing up, she had a church choir director, Mary Sims, affectionately known as Sister Sims, encourage those talents. “She put me on the program and gave me a song called ‘I Made a Vow,’” LaTocha tells Rated R&B, seated in front of a piano, dressed in

Reggie Becton Is a Sadboy: Interview

All Posts, R&B NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

Reggie Becton doesn’t just endure uncomfortable situations; he thrives in them. “I’m really big on discomfort and how it allows you to push past your own limitations,” Becton tells Rated R&B on a sunny April afternoon over Zoom. He’s reminiscing on his bold decision to relocate from Prince George’s County, Maryland, to Los Angeles, California

Tamika Scott Gets Cozy With Method Man in ‘Tonight’ Video

All Posts, R&B NewsBy Anand May 8, 2023

Tamika Scott sure knows how to break a man, as highlighted in the video for “Tonight” featuring Method Man. Directed by Picture Perfect, the visual begins with Scott coming to a settlement with her on-screen ex-husband. He leaves the meeting in a rage after she and her lawyers go after everything and then some. Scott

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