Tarsia tells tales of Sigma Sound
If you’re a fan of The Sound of Philadelphia or of great music in general,...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 21, 2012
Actress finds inspiration playing legendary Waters
Walnut Street Theatre’s Independence Studio on 3 brings back the spirit of Philadelphia’s own Ethel...
Rita Charleston | February 21, 2012
ABC looks at Oscar nominees before stardom
As Hollywood prepares for the 84th annual Academy Awards, “Good Morning America” co-anchor Robin Roberts...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 21, 2012
‘Kid’s Corner’ will host Music Festival
WXPN, the nationally-recognized leader in the Adult Album Alternative music format and home of the...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 21, 2012
Trumpeter Stafford took circuitous route to success
Terell Stafford has been hailed as “one of the great players of our time, a...
Rita Charleston | February 17, 2012
Comedian George Wallace always ‘on stage’
While we all realize that Black History happens 365 days a year, iconic comedian George...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 17, 2012
NAACP to honor TV One founder
Accomplished actors Sanaa Lathan and Anthony Mackie will host the 43rd NAACP Image Awards, airing...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 17, 2012
Tragedy, laughter has fueled Mark Curry
Lucky for Mark Curry he was a funny kid. “Making guys laugh in the ‘hood saved...
Rita Charleston | February 14, 2012
Maya Rudolph to host ‘Saturday Night Live’
Actress Maya Rudolph returns to “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), airing at 11:30 p.m., Feb. 18...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 14, 2012
Pudd’NHead Wilson affirms Fraser made right decision
Career change leaves actor feeling good about the future Acting wasn’t always Alexander Fraser’s first career...
Rita Charleston | February 14, 2012
Love is overflowing on ‘Wendy Williams Show’
Love is the message this week on “The Wendy Williams Show,” as Williams and her...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 14, 2012
Film challenges Black History Month
Shukree Hassan Tilghman, a 29-year-old African-American filmmaker, questions the existence and relevance of Black History...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 14, 2012
Grammy embrace of Chris Brown draws criticism
NEW YORK — The Grammy Awards' warm embrace of Chris Brown three years after his...
Associated Press | February 13, 2012
No signs of trauma, foul play in Houston's…
LOS ANGELES — Whitney Houston's life of glorious song and unnerving self-destruction apparently ended in...
Associated Press | February 13, 2012
Pre-Grammy gala celebrates Houston's life
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — It was a surreal scene: Whitney Houston had died at the...
Associated Press | February 12, 2012
Whitney Houston dead at 48
LOS ANGELES — Whitney Houston, who ruled as pop music's queen until her majestic voice...
Associated Press | February 11, 2012
First public photos of Blue Ivy Carter go…
LOS ANGELES — She's been a sensation since she's been born, and now Blue Ivy...
Associated Press | February 11, 2012
LL Cool J to host Grammys
Cool, charismatic and completely comfortable with a microphone in his hand, LL Cool J is...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 10, 2012
‘Safe House’ offers generic thrills
“Forgettable” probably isn’t a word you’d expect to use to describe a film starring Denzel...
Associated Press | February 10, 2012
Chris Brown set to take stage at Grammys
NEW YORK — Chris Brown will perform at this year’s Grammy Awards, the event where...
Associated Press | February 10, 2012
Singers winning as rappers
NEW YORK — Chris Brown is known as a pop singer, a slick bedroom crooner...
Associated Press | February 10, 2012
‘Journey 2’ sinks Verne’s isle in 3-D muck
There’s little mystery about “Journey 2: The Mysterious Island.” This 3-D sort-of sequel wears its formula-for-dollars...
Associated Press | February 10, 2012
‘Unsung’ tells Ray Parker Jr.’s story
The intriguing life and career of the multi-talented Ray Parker Jr. will be featured in...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 10, 2012
Philly DJs, bands address child obesity with concert
In the spirit of giving back to his hometown, Philadelphia native Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 10, 2012
Jay-Z enters new musical heights at Carnegie Hall
NEW YORK — As Jay-Z transitioned from hit song to hit song at a Carnegie...
Associated Press | February 10, 2012
Cedric the Entertainer to perform at Tower
Actor, comedian and director Cedric Antonio Kyles — better known to audiences as Cedric The...
Rita Charleston | February 09, 2012
Whispers to perform at Valentine’s Soul Jam
With love in the air, the Liacouras Center will host its Valentine’s Day Soul Jam...
Rita Charleston | February 07, 2012
‘Lion’ of jazz roars on and off stage
From the moment trumpeter Nicholas Payton was christened one of the young “lions” of jazz,...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 07, 2012
Astro makes acting debut on "Person of Interest'
Reality star Astro, who caused a TV sensation on talent competition “The X-Factor,” makes his...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 06, 2012
Artist helps ‘Red Tails’ soar
It appears that illustrator David Russell has inherited his father’s pioneering spirit. While his dad,...
Kimberly C. Roberts | February 03, 2012