Director Jai Harris Pushes the Boundaries of AI Filmmaking With “Mirrored America: ReBirth of a Nation”
Director Jai Harris is bringing an unconventional vision to the screen with “Mirrored America: ReBirth of a Nation,” a feature film that blends speculative fiction, social commentary, and emerging production technology into a story designed for the vertical 9:16 format. Harris wrote, directed, and produced the project as a solo filmmaker, creating the feature through…
Nas Performs at Tequila Don Julio 1942, Noble 33 FIFA World Cup 2026 Finals Week Celebration
Tequila Don Julio 1942 and Noble 33 hosted an invitation-only waterfront event Thursday night as part of FIFA World Cup 2026 Finals Week programming, bringing together athletes, entertainers, and other guests at the Tequila Don Julio 1942 Port of Champions at Pier 59. The event drew attendees from sports, entertainment, fashion, and culture, including rapper…
NYC LOVE Event to Celebrate 1990s Hip-Hop and R&B Culture in Manhattan
Renowned event organizers Tammy Ford, Aria F. Wright, and June Garcia are inviting New Yorkers to relive the music, fashion, and culture of the 1990s with a one-night event celebrating the era’s influence on hip-hop and R&B. “NYC LOVE,” scheduled for Friday, July 31, at Casa CeCe in Manhattan, is being promoted as a tribute…
Martian Blueberry Announces Animated Film Inspired by XXXTentacion at Dream Con 2026
Award-winning Black-owned animation studio Martian Blueberry is partnering with The XXXTentacion Estate to bring the late artist’s creative vision to the screen with “Make Out Hill,” an original animated feature inspired by his life and legacy. The project will be officially unveiled during Dream Con 2026, where the studio’s co-founders, Love and Carl Jones, will…
Trailer Released for Apple Original Film “Mayday” Starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh
The first trailer has been released for “Mayday,” an upcoming Apple Original film starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh in a Cold War-set action comedy that blends elements of the spy thriller and buddy comedy genres. Reynolds stars as Lt. Troy “Assassin” Kelly, a hotshot U.S. Navy pilot sent on a top-secret mission into Russian…
Summer Jam 2026 Set for July 24 at Prudential Center With French Montana, Ice Spice, Fetty Wap, and More
HOT 97’s Summer Jam will return to the Prudential Center on Friday, July 24, bringing together established stars, hometown favorites, and emerging artists for one of hip-hop’s signature live events. The annual concert, now spanning more than three decades, has built a reputation for surprise performances, artist reunions, and collaborations that have become defining moments…
Xavier Mills Opens Up About Breakout Roles, Boxing Training, and Staying Present
Xavier Mills is on a run with projects across film and television. In this interview, he discusses working alongside Sterling K. Brown and Wanda Sykes, his discipline, and how he approaches life and work. You have four major projects landing across film and television over the next two years. What has this stretch of your…
Remy Ma Celebrates Summer, Friendship, and a New Chapter in “Put Em On” Video
Remy Ma is ushering in what she describes as her “soft girl era” with the release of the official music video for “Put Em On,” a summer-themed visual centered on friendship, confidence, and new beginnings. The video unfolds at a house party where Remy Ma and a group of friends spend the day laughing, dancing,…
