Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith continue to make major strides behind the camera.

Already seismic stars in their own right, recent years have seen the power couple establish a production footprint by way of their company Westbrook Studios. 

And their latest pact centers on one of Africa’s most notable media hubs, Nigeria.

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Merely hours after introducing her charity single, ‘American Mood,’ powerhouse vocalist JoJo has unveiled the tune’s official music video.

Tapping famed video director Alfredo Flores to helm its visual, the socially charged number houses heartfelt lyrics that address economic disparities in America.

Speaking on the D’Mile-produced tune, the GRAMMY winner said:

“My friends and I wrote this song a few years ago, and it continues to apply to the moment. I didn’t want my heart to be misconstrued so I held it close to my chest until now,” she revealed. “This song doesn’t offer any solutions, instead a humble reflection inspired by the moment.”

Dedicated to all the kids “without a silver spoon,” look inside to see the latest video from JoJo:

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Justin Timberlake is hot on the promotional trail for new movie ‘Palmer,’ which premiered today on Apple TV+.

In the film, the GRAMMY winner plays an ex-convict who establishes an unlikely friendship with a young boy who is bullied for playing with dolls and dressing up like a princess.

During an interview with GLAAD, JT seized the moment to express how the movie’s narrative reminded him of how proud he is to stand in unison with marginalized voices.

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JoJo is has returned with new music.

For, the singer has just released her latest song, ‘American Mood.’ The track is a sonic departure for the Pop star. ‘Mood’ incorporates folk and country elements, as she addresses immaturity and privilege in America.

“American mood / to all the kids without a silver spoon / You deserve much more this one’s for you.“

JoJo first announced the song on social media January 26 and proceeds from the song will go to the “I Have a Dream” Foundation to support young people from low-income communities.

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SZA is offering fans a new way to communicate with her.

For, she has just launched a new hotline called ‘Goodline,’ where fans can talk, cry or do whatever they want to do.

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In sweet news for fans of ‘Queen Sugar,’ OWN has announced that the popular drama has been renewed for a sixth season.

The development is of particular note because the commitment comes before the premiere of the Ava DuVernay show’s hotly anticipated fifth season – which premieres February 16.

Widely praised for its potently layered portrayal of an African-American family in the Deep South, the series follows the complicated lives of the Bordelon clan.

Led by stars Kofi Siriboe, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Bianca Lawson, and Rutina Wesley, ‘Sugar’ has also found favor for its purposeful use of female directors. Indeed, season five is entirely helmed three filmmakers: producing director Lauren Wolkstein, Lisa France and Cierra Glaude.

Check out the freshly unwrapped trailer below, where words from the forces behind the show also await…

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Though hot on the promo trail for Black Eyed Peas‘ latest single, ‘Girl Like Me’ (featuring Shakira), Will.I.Am – the group’s frontman – is redirecting his attention to philanthropic efforts, namely causes supported by his i.am Angel Foundation.

The nonprofit organization already earned praise for the funds its raised for STEM education programs and robotics clubs for over 1,200 American grade school students, but now he’s asking fans to help him raise funds for children who cannot afford proper education.

Taking to press, a rep for the i. Am Angel Foundation said:

“2020 showed the world how dire things really are when these basic things are taken away. Some of the best and brightest young minds are being set back by a double whammy – long-standing systemic issues, multiplied by a pandemic that disproportionately hurts communities of color.”

To highlight the need, the famed singer-songwriter-producer (sans The Peas) unveiled a music video for the song ‘American Dream.’  

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Just a month after scoring a critical touchdown with the December 11-released ‘Safety,’ the biographical sports film based on the life of Ray McElrathbey, Disney+ has unveiled the official music video for its soundtrack’s lead single – ‘Hold Us Together,’ performed by GRAMMY-winning R&B songstress H.E.R.

The clip highlights the beauty and triumphs of the Black community by showcasing bonds that ‘hold together’ the generations.  A heart-tugging performance, the visual comes to a frenzied climax with H.E.R. being backed by a choir.

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Cardi B is Billboard‘s Woman of the Year!

It’s fitting, then, that the femcee covers the Women In Music 2020 issue.

Beyond posing it up for the striking spread, the rapper sat down for an insightful interview.

Ever candid, Cardi opened up about her new album, motherhood, navigating the industry without a “traditional manager,” the success of ‘WAP,’ her next female collaboration, and more.

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Mariah Carey continues to use her voice for good – literally.

The songbird supreme took vocal flight on Robin Hood’s Heroes of New York special.

Mimi, who is an NY native, lent her talents towards fundraising for the foundation, which aims to combat the problems caused by poverty in New York City. Robin Hood also provides a relief fund for disasters in the region.

This particular special shone light on the resilience and community spirit that New York residents are renowned for; it also highlighted a number inspirational individuals who have continued to help our neighbors in need.

Watch Carey support with a spirited medley of ‘Heroes,’ ‘Hero’ and festive classic ‘Joy To The World.’

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Selena Gomez is heading back to the big screen.

The Pop singer is set to star as mountaineer Silvia Vásquez-Lavado in a new biopic about her life, per The Hollywood Reporter.

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The new song, ‘Change,’ assembles some of Hip Hop and R&B’s most prized male hitmakers of the last 25 years to bring attention to racial and social injustice.

Toplined by serial hitmakers Jermaine Dupri, Ne-Yo, Johntá Austin and Bryan-Michael Cox, the quartet of singer-songwriters and producers called on a lineup of their industry friends including Anthony Hamilton, Kirk Franklin, Common, Smokie Norful, Rotimi, Eric Bellinger, PJ Morton, and more for the charity single set to benefit the Social Change Fund.

Speaking on the collaborative effort, Dupri stated:

 “We created the song to call attention to these long-standing issues,” he said. “Members of the global community are now awakened to issues affecting BIPOC [Black & Indigenous People of Color]. The global pandemic forced us all to reevaluate everything from our health to police brutality and systemic racism. We are now witnessing a paradigm shift that creates an opportunity for real impactful change.”

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