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The Surprising Prince Songs That Should Be in Ryan Coogler’s New Jukebox Musical

Photo: Frank Micelotta (Getty Images) Hollywood loves biopics about music legends. The artists’ fascinating life stories can be told and their vast catalog of hits can be used to mark significant moments. Broadway takes a similar approach to jukebox musicals. Producers use those same hits to tell a captivating story and present big flashy, show-stopping […]

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A ‘Jukebox Musical Film’ Based On Prince’s Biggest Hits Directed By Ryan Coogler Is Reportedly In The Works

Film lovers, brace yourself. Apparently, there’s yet another musical movie heading to theaters. However, unlike other projects (Wonka, Mean Girls, Wicked, etc), this rumored theatrical release is completely appropriate considering its subject. According to The InSneider, Prince’s biggest hits could be coming to the big screen. The newsletter letter reports that a “jukebox musical film” […]

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Social Media Is Dragging NYC Mayor For His Most Recent Controversial Comment

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 14: Mayor Eric Adams speaks during Meeting With The Mayor at Salem United Methodist Church on December 14, 2023 in New York City. (Photo: Johnny Nunez (Getty Images) New York Mayor Eric Adams has been known to say some odd things on social media — but his latest post […]

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Here’s What’s Really Going on in Haiti

After Haiti’s President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in 2021, every bit of news about the country has been coded with chaos and disruption – the latest being a gang coalition determined to overthrow the government. J.B. Smoove On The Final Season of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ & How To Get On Larry David’s Last Nerve Off […]

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A Guide To What’s Going on in Haiti

After Haiti’s President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in 2021, every bit of news about the country has been coded with chaos and disruption – the latest being a gang coalition determined to overthrow the government. J.B. Smoove On The Final Season of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ & How To Get On Larry David’s Last Nerve Off […]

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Who Will Help Usher Bring ‘R&B Spirit’ to the Super Bowl Halftime Show? Here’s What He Told Vogue …

On Feb. 11, R&B superstar Usher will take over one of the biggest stages in the country to perform on one of football’s biggest nights: the 2024 Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show. AME Pastor Who Protested Biden Connects Gaza & Palestine Solidarity To The Black Church & Struggle Off English Although the “Good […]

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‘Purple Rain’…The Musical? Here’s What We Know and What We Want to See.

Scoot over, “The Color Purple” — there’s a new purple production headed to the theater and it’s none other than Prince’s “Purple Rain.” Yes, that “Purple Rain.” How To Wrap Your Straightened Hair Without Pins Off English The news was made public on Monday with additional details, including casting, still to come. What we know as […]

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Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ Movie Is Being Turned Into A Stage Musical

NewsOne Featured Video Source: Warner Bros. / Getty Forty years after “The Kid” first rode on the big screen and into pop culture history, a stage adaptation of Prince’s cinematic magnum opus, Purple Rain, is in the works. Variety reports that the musical, based on the original screenplay by Albert Magnoli and William Blinn, will feature […]

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The Best Black Celeb Golden Globe Awards Looks Over the Years

This weekend, viewers around the world will be glued to their televisions as awards season kicks off with the 2024 Golden Globes! Last year we watched Angela Bassett, Zendaya, Tyler James Williams, Quinta Brunson, and more snatch up a golden trophy. This year we can’t wait to see who comes out victorious as the Globes […]

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Best Golden Globe Red Carpet Looks Through the Years

This weekend, viewers around the world will be glued to their televisions as awards season kicks off with the 2024 Golden Globes! Last year we watched Angela Bassett, Zendaya, Tyler James Williams, Quinta Brunson, and more snatch up a golden trophy. This year we can’t wait to see who comes out victorious as the Globes […]

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Big Revelations from Chaka Khan’s Newest Interview

Chaka Khan spills all of the tea about her life and career in her newest interview with Rolling Stone. She addresses speculation about her retirement from music, learning about Prince’s addiction, beef with Kanye West, and more. Here are all of your burning questions being answered! Tapping Into Our “Why?”: A Blueprint For Better Black […]

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Is Coco Jones Right About Hollywood’s Improved Treatment of Dark-Skinned Black Women?

Actress/singer Coco Jones really hit her stride in 2023. Her hit single “ICU” led her to four Grammy nominations, including Best New Artist. As she reflects on her breakout year in an interview with People, the “Bel Air” star discussed some of the changes she’s seen in the industry since she embarked on her journey. […]

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Is Coco Jones Right About Hollywood’s Treatment of Dark-Skinned Black Women?

Actress/singer Coco Jones really hit her stride in 2023. Her hit single “ICU” led her to four Grammy nominations, including Best New Artist. As she reflects on her breakout year in an interview with People, the “Bel Air” star discussed some of the changes she’s seen in the industry since she embarked on her journey. […]

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David Bowie’s Handwritten Lyric Sheets For ‘Suffragette City’ And Other Songs Are Reportedly Set To Hit The Auction Block

Januaury 2024 will mark eight years since the passing of David Bowie. Next week, wealthy die-hard fans will have the opportunity to own a special piece of Bowie’s work. According to NME, on November 28 several items from Bowie’s career will hit the auction block. The outlet revealed that handwritten corrections, drafts and notes from […]

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Tristan Thompson Has Awkward Exchange With Kylie Jenner On The Kardashians

Tristan Thompson keeps trying to explain his philandering ways on The Kardashians. A new episode of the reality series shows Thompson sitting down with Kylie Jenner to discuss why he has repeatedly cheated on Khloe. Despite Public Opinion, WH Press Secretary Says Its Hamas Who Can Stop Carnage In Gaza Off English However, folks found […]

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Tristan Thompson Gives Corny Excuse For Why He Constantly Cheats

On a new episode of The Kardashians, Tristan Thompson opened up about why he constantly cheated on Khloe Kardashian. The basketball star was confronted by her sister, Kourtney, who wanted to get to the bottom of his behavior. Kanye West Needs To Stop Bullying Black Women Off English “I was just cheating for an action, […]

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Tristan Thompson’s Ex, Jordan Craig, Says The NBA Star Owes $224,000 In Child Support For Son Prince

According to Tristan Thompson’s ex, Jordan Craig, the athlete is very far behind on child support payments. In fact, Craig claims that the total he owes for their 6-year-old son, Prince, is almost a quarter of a million dollars. How A Coffee Brand Scaled Up Its Business & Scored A Partnership With The NBA | […]

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The Best Black Super Bowl Halftime Performances of the Modern Era, Ranked

Bruno Mars Superbowl Halftime Show 2014 Ft Red Hot Chilli Peppers In 2014, Bruno Mars was coming off the success of his Unorthodox Jukebox album, and in the thick of constant comparisons to Prince. He was clearly on the verge of superstardom and the Super Bowl jumped on it early. He’s amazing in this performance, […]

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