SZA Drops “Kill Bill (Remix) feat. Doja Cat

Get It Here Today, Grammy award-winning recording artist SZA releases a new version of her chart-topping hit song “Kill Bill” featuring Doja Cat, via TDE/RCA Records – listen here . This release comes on the heels of more career achievements this week as the album version of “Kill Bill” earns SZA her first solo #1 at Top 40 radio and…

From JSU to Japan: Kristi-Madison to participate in inaugural Japan-U.S. summer institute, travel to Tokyo and Kyoto

(JACKSON, Miss) – Jackson State University senior Kristi-Madison Fortson will travel to Tokyo, Japan as a member of the inaugural Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission Summer Institute (JUSFC). After competing alongside hundreds of applicants, Fortson was chosen to join other scholars to travel across the country and engage in academic training, practical experience and mentorship. The summer…

JSU bookstore ranks nationally as one of the Best College Bookstores in the U.S.

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University recently was recognized as one of the 51 Best College Bookstores in the United States, according to OnlineDegreeProf.com. The scoring of each institution was based on the university’s resource ability and access to school supplies, innovative technology, and industry-relevant textbook. Additionally, JSU was highlighted for the array of store…

Jackson State University recipient of nearly $250K funding and shared resources to accelerate cybersecurity research capacity through cyberinfrastructure

(JACKSON, Miss) – Jackson State University is set to receive a proof-of-concept planning grant of nearly $250,000 as announced by The Minority Serving – Cyberinfrastructure Consortium (MS-CC) and Internet2 today. The funding is sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) grant #2234326. “We are excited about the possibilities that come with enhancing our cybersecurity infrastructure…

JSU women’s council honors the legacy of former JSU administrators at 2023 women’s philanthropy luncheon, receives over $40K for student scholarships

(JACKSON, Miss.) – Jackson State University Women’s Council for Philanthropy celebrated four JSU administrators’ significant contributions to the institution’s legacy during Monday’s 2023 Women’s Council for Philanthropy Ladies of Legacy and Leadership Luncheon. The ceremony held at Old Capitol Inn spotlighted the honorees, which included: “Each of these women holds a distinct part of my…

45th Annual BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Returns To Prospect Park This Summer

Opening Night Headliners Legendary Musician Taj Mahal and Corinne Bailey Rae The Head And The Heart Set To Close Out The Season L’Rain Confirmed As The First-Ever Artist Curator for The Highly Anticipated Annual Festival Series Community-Friendly Festival Kicks off Wednesday, June 7th through Thursday, August 24th. April 10, 2023, BROOKLYN, NY – The Brooklyn-based…

The Brooklyn Collective Presents: “The Next Hundred Years III” Exhibition

Excited to announce “The Next Hundred Years III” exhibition aims to crystallize a vision of what the next century will look like for melanated people across the globe! In partnership with The Brooklyn Collective, brooklyncollectiveclt.org this three month exhibition will serve as a sort of fine arts vision board, offering each of the extraordinary exhibiting…

45th Annual BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Returns To Prospect Park This Summer

Opening Night Headliners Legendary Musician Taj Mahal and Corinne Bailey Rae The Head And The Heart Set To Close Out The Season L’Rain Confirmed As The First-Ever Artist Curator for The Highly Anticipated Annual Festival Series Festival Kicks off Wednesday, June 7th through Thursday, August 24th. April 5, 2023, BROOKLYN, NY – Today, the internationally-renowned Brooklyn-based…

13-Time GRAMMY® Winner Pharrell Williams, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Bill Cassidy to Be Honored at the 21st Annual GRAMMYs on the Hill® Awards

GRAMMY® Winners and Nominees Unite With Congressional Leaders for a Night of Celebration and Support for Creators’ Rights April 04, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–On April 26, the Recording Academy® will host its annual GRAMMYs on the Hill® Awards, Washington’s premier annual celebration of music and advocacy, bringing together congressional leaders and music makers…

JSU professor’s research works to combat ‘most preventable cancer’ among Black women

(JACKSON, Miss.) – Jackson State University professors are doing considerable research in ways to enhance and protect the health of communities nationally and internationally. Visiting Assistant Professor Angela Omondi, DrPH, conducted two studies comparing cervical cancer screening knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors among young pregnant Black women in Kenya, Eastern Africa, and young Black women in…

CHERRE MILLER NAMED GENERAL MANAGER AT THE JACKSON CONVENTION COMPLEX

Jackson, MS – Cheree Miller has been named the General Manager of the Jackson Convention Complex (JCC), located downtown in the City With Soul. Miller previously served at the JCC as Assistant General Manager and Director of Event Services for management firm Oak View Group/ASM before taking a position in California. Miller brings a high…

LIL WAYNE DROPS CAREER-SPANNING NEW COMPILATION ALBUM I AM MUSIC!

LOS ANGELES, CA (MARCH 31, 2023) —Today, Lil Wayne presents his first-ever career-spanning compilation album, I Am Music, available at all streaming platforms now via Young Money Entertainment/Republic Records. Listen to I Am Music—HERE. The 18-track collection boasts the latest single “Kant Nobody” [feat. DMX] produced by Swizz Beatz. The track has already amassed 8.4…

Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary Takes Center Stage at ESSENCE Festival of Culture™: Ms. Lauryn Hill, Megan Thee Stallion, Wizkid, Jermaine Dupri & More Set to Perform

March 29, 2023 08:00 AM Central Daylight Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Now what you hear is not a test: The 2023 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™, presented by Coca-Cola® is back in New Orleans for its 29th year and a celebration of 50 years of hip-hop. From fresh fits to lyrical hits, the in-person and virtual experience…

JSU Alumna awarded history teacher of the year by the Mississippi Historical Society

JACKSON, Miss. – Jackson State University Alumna Alexandria Drake received the 2023 History Teacher of the Year Award from the Mississippi Historical Society. The award is presented annually to an outstanding teacher of middle or high school history. “I’ve seen firsthand her high level of professionalism, and her students speak highly of her,” said Interim Department Chair of…

Platinum-Selling Recording Artist J.I. Releases “So So” Music Video

NEW YORK, NY (March 22, 2023)-Platinum selling artist J.I has returned with another visual for his track “So So” a fan-favorite from his 14-track EP, One Way Or Another – released via G*Starr Ent. Directed by Derek Dreamfilms, the fast-paced video showcases J.I. taking over New York City. J.I. has not disappointed this year, taking…

NEW DATE: CHAPEL HART AT GRAMMY MUSEUM MISSISSIPPI APRIL 13

CLEVELAND, MISS. (March 22, 2023) — GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi previously announced that Chapel Hart will perform a special outdoor concert on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. The event will now be taking place on Thursday, April 13, 2023. The Poplarville, Miss.-born family trio, and 2022 “America’s Got Talent” finalists, comprises sisters Danica Hart and Devynn Hart, and their cousin Trea Swindle. The closing events along with food and beverage sales…