This week Amazon hosted a virtual edition of its annual ‘Represent the Future’ Summit – a ‘career enrichment summit’ designed to ‘uplift Black, Latinx, and Native American professionals of all backgrounds and experience levels.’

This year’s attendees not only had the opportunity to hear some of Amazon’s Black, Latinx, and Native American leaders and employees share about their experiences working for the global mega-company, but also get insights about job opportunities and interview skills.

When not taking crash courses on the ins-and-outs of Amazon, participants were treated to the sounds of GRAMMY-nominated soulstress Jazmine Sullivan cranking out her greatest hits.

Did you miss her virtually rocking the crowd to the likes of ‘Need U Bad,’ ‘Pick Up Your Feelings,’ ‘Let It Burn,’ and more?  You can catch it inside:

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H.E.R.  has nabbed GRAMMYs and an Oscar for her musical output, but now she is set to expand her creative footprint by venturing into acting.

And her first role is slated to be a big one.

Because the talented star is reportedly the latest name to join ‘The Color Purple.’

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Kofi Siriboe may be one of Hollywood’s most promising heartthrobs, but – as reaffirmed by an exclusive chat with That Grape Juice – the ‘Queen Sugar’ star isn’t running low on his supply of substance.

At just 27-years-young, the model-turned-actor’s resume reads of impressive diversity – with roles in film and television that have seen his name listed on credits alongside the likes of  Queen Latifah, Ice Cube, Rutina Wesley, Tina Lifford, and many others.

In that same vein, the latest addition to his growing filmography, new Netflix movie ‘Really Love,’ sees Siriboe stand toe-to-toe with even more entertainment vets (i.e. Blair Underwood, Michael Ealy, Suzzanne Douglas, etc.) while also leading the charge to deliver a refreshingly honest, yet necessarily updated take on the Black Love trope.

Hop inside to read our interview with Kofi where he discusses ‘Really Love,’ why Black representation in film matters, season 6 of ‘Queen Sugar,’ and so much more!

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Chloe Bailey is firing from all cylinders as she sets sail on her solo journey.

Case in point her new feature in Billboard. 

The Parkwood Entertainment performer is stepping into the spotlight on her own accord, having risen to promises as part of a duo with her sister Halle.

As reported, she’ll be blazing at the stage at the MTV Video Music Awards with her launch single ‘Have Mercy’ and, in this new feature, she reveals its parent album isn’t far behind.

Speaking candidly, the 23-year-old described the project as “definitely more Pop” and “is 90%.”

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Big Red Machine – comprised of Justin Vernon and Aaron Dessner – have officially released their second album, ‘How Long Do You Think It’s Gonna Last?’

In doing so, they have unleashed a new Taylor Swift collaboration at the same time. This time around, the track is called ‘Birch.’

The atmospheric track follows the previously released song ‘Renegade’ from the same album.

Across ‘Birch,’ Swift and Vernon share the spotlight as a glimmering piano and electronic percussion fill the empty space.

Swift previously worked with Dessner and Vernon on her ‘Folklore’ and ‘Evermore’ albums. The former gave Swift her third Album of the Year at the GRAMMY Awards.

Now you can listen to Swift team with Dessner and Vernon once more below…

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‘Run the World’ will strut on for an all-new season on STARZ.

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Get ready to step into the ‘Highlife.’

Because the UK’s Channel 4 has announced a brand new series centered on some of the region’s most notable Black movers and shakers.

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It’s all systems go for Sevyn Streeter.

For, after a lengthy wait, the revered R&B singer-songwriter has announced the release date of her album ‘Drunken Wordz Sober Thoughtz.’

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Is Drake on the cusp of dropping his long-awaited album, ‘Certified Lover Boy’?

It appears so!

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Kanye West is calling in favors from his famous friends.

For, the ‘Stronger’ rapper had several guest appearances during his latest ‘Donda’ event. Some of which, include: DaBaby, Kim Kardashian, and more.

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It’s here! Wizkid has unleashed the deluxe edition of his ‘Made In Lagos’ album.

Already home to hits such as ‘Ginger’ and summer anthem ‘Essence,’ the beefed-up version of the LP brings with four all-new tracks.

They include the Justin Bieber remix of ‘Essence,’ ‘Anoti,’ and ‘Steady.’

The deluxe edition arrives as the Starboy gears up to set-sail on the sold-out ‘Made In Lagos Tour,’ which will be making stops in Europe, North America, and more.

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Halsey fans no longer have to wait for new music.

The acclaimed singer has just released her new album, ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power.’ 

The project was produced by Nine Inch Nails’ Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross and is a total of 13 tracks.

Additionally, the project features a bevy of special guests. Some of the featured guests include: Dave Grohl, Fleetwood Mac‘s Lindsey Buckingham, and Kevin Martin.

The album has been described by Halsey as “a concept album about the joys and horrors of pregnancy and childbirth.”

What are you waiting for? Stream new music from Halsey via Spotify and Apple Music below…

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