Radio One Exclusives

Promising young actress Maya Boyd lands coveted role of Storm in MCU's upcoming X-Men film, following her impressive Broadway career.

Organizers for Atlanta's ONE Musicfest announce that it will take a break in 2026 to refresh and improve the experience in 2027.

A Brooklyn street has been named in honor of Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s legacy in a community he once called home. On Saturday, July 25, friends, family, fans, and community members gathered at the intersection of Putnam Avenue and Franklin Avenue in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood. The neighborhood street was unveiled as ODB Way, in tribute to […]

There’s a new Black Panther, and fans are buzzing over the news. Oscar-winning director Ryan Coogler announced this past weekend at San Diego’s Comic-Con panel that actor David Jonsson would be taking the mantle as the new Black Panther in the upcoming movie Black Panther 3. RELATED | ‘Black Panther 3’: Ryan Coogler Confirms British […]

North Carolina’s Rich History In Hip Hop And R&B North Carolina has quietly become one of the South’s most important music hubs, blending soulful tradition with forward-thinking hip hop. Long before rap took root, the state helped shape R&B and soul through legends like Nina Simone (Tryon), John Coltrane (Hamlet), Roberta Flack (Black Mountain) and […]

AKA honors 6 trailblazing women as honorary members, recognizing their transformative impact across fields

Happy Jackie Washington Day! We take a look at the cult classic "Jackie's Back!" starring Jenifer Lewis as a delightfully delulu soul singer.

Hollywood is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved actors. Sam Neill, the acclaimed New Zealand actor whose career spanned more than five decades, has died at the age of 78. RELATED: 30 Celebs Who Lost Major Weight [Photos] RELATED: 30 Celebrities Lost to Drug Related Deaths Neill became a global star in […]

Delve into the significance of classic Black commercials in promoting identity and style, shifting the culture for generations.

Celebrate America's 250th by understanding the complexities of Black American patriotism through powerful music and history.

Newly released surveillance footage tied to the federal case against Pooh Shiesty is adding another explosive layer to the ongoing legal battle involving Gucci Mane. TRENDING: Kirk Franklin Heated After Man Says He & Wife Are Going to Hell TRENDING: Jay-Z Drops Rare Interviews, Clips & Lost Gems for 30th Celebration Prosecutors have reportedly shared […]

Jay-Z is giving fans a deeper look into his legendary run with the launch of his new digital archive, JayZ30.com, a special online hub packed with rare interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, classic videos, and hidden gems spanning his three-decade career. The site serves as both a time capsule and celebration, marking the 30th anniversary of his […]