L.J. Reynolds Settles Dispute with Estate of Former Dramatics Member Ronald Dean Banks
Photo Credit: The Dramatics, Courtesy of L. J. Reynolds *(Detroit, MI) – In a long-term dispute over the controlling interest of R&B ‘70s soul group, the legendary Dramatics, L.J. Reynolds and Sandra Banks, wife and Estate representative of deceased group member Ronald Dean Banks mutually agree that the Estate of Ronald Dean Banks shall receive […]
2021 Sundance Film Festival Awards Announced – Among Them: ‘Summer of Soul’
Top row: CODA, Courtesy of Sundance Institute; Summer of Soul (…Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised), photo by Mass Distraction Media; Flee, courtesy of Sundance Institute. Bottom row: Hive, photo by Alexander Bloom; Writing With Fire, courtesy of Sundance Institute; Ma Belle, My Beauty, courtesy of Sundance Institute. *Park City, UT — […]
L.J. Reynolds, Legendary Dramatics Frontman Releases New Single and Video – WATCH
Photo Credit: L.J. Reynolds (Courtesy of Motor City Hits) *L.J. Reynolds, frontman of dynamic R&B vocal group The Dramatics, releases the new single, “You and Me Together, Forever.” Written and produced by Reynolds, with string arrangements by Paul Riser, the single is climbing the Urban Adult Contemporary Radio chart. “You and Me Together, Forever” is […]
WE REMEMBER: Soulful Bass Singer/Co Founder of The Dramatics Willie Ford Dies At 68
[…] And like the last one to pass, Melvin Edmomds (of After 7), he wasn’t especially known by casual music fans. We’re speaking of singer Willie Ford of The Dramatics. He was 68. Unfortunately, at this time we don’t have specific details of his health prior to his passing except that he had just had surgery, […]
Willie Ford: Homegoing Details for Legendary Bass Singer of The Dramatics
*Following up on our 05-28-19 story regarding the death of Willie “Sugar Bear” Ford of The Dramatics, we now have his funeral homegoing details, courtesy of Lamont Robinson of the Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame. June 11/Viewing: The viewing is set for Tuesday, June 11 from 10am until closing at the Swanson Funeral Home, […]
Switch, Jagged Edge, Wyclef, Shanice Set for New Season of ‘Unsung’
[…] with episodes featuring Wyclef, 70s R&B group Switch, gospel star Marvin Sapp, 90s crooners Jagged Edge, R&B singer Shanice, pioneering rapper-actor Ice-T and legendary 60s soul group The Dramatics. The network’s longest running series highlights each act’s rise to stardom while providing a glimpse into the lesser-known challenges they endured behind the spotlight. The series […]
2021 Sundance Film Festival: Full Program Announced
*PARK CITY, UTAH — The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today the showcase of new independent work selected across the Feature Film, Short Film, Indie Series and New Frontier categories for the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. The Festival will take place digitally via a feature-rich, Sundance-built online platform and in-person on Satellite Screens across the […]
WHO is That?! Lizzo’s Stunning Transformation: Singer Reveals Dramatic Weight Loss in New Selfies – PicsVideo | LOOK!
[…] *Lizzo has taken social media by storm with her latest Instagram post, showcasing a dramatic transformation that has left her fans buzzing with excitement. On November 22, the “Truth Hurts” singer shared a series of selfies that highlight her impressive weight loss journey, captivating followers with her stunning new look. In the post, Lizzo […]
Ayesha Curry’s Dramatic Weight Loss is Scaring Folks – Social Media is Blazing over That Chloe/Damson ‘Swarm’ Sex Scene + More | PicsVideos
Ayesha Curry (weight loss – now & before) – IG and Getty *Social Heat is always hot but today is off the chart. That’s because we’ve got visual receipts of Ayesha Curry‘s dramatic weight loss that has sparked concern. In new snaps on her IG page from her visit to Abu Dhabi attending the […]
Keegan-Michael Key to Star in Dramatic Comedy ‘Don’t Think Twice’
[…] “Key and Peele”) has signed on to star in Mike Birbiglia’s dramatic comedy “Don’t Think Twice,” which focuses on an improv troupe that’s tested when they lose the lease on their home venue and jealousy and backstabbing arise when one person breaks big. Below is the full summary: Produced by Mike Birbiglia, along with […]
Will Smith to Executive Produce ‘Dramatic’ Reboot of ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ [VIDEO]
*“ The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” is getting a dramatic reboot based on Morgan Cooper’s viral clip and is “currently being shopped” to various online streaming services, including Netflix. This time, the story of the street-smart teen who moves in with his rich uncle in Bel-Air, California will not be a comedy, BBC reports. […]
2 Housewives & A Birdman Make Dramatic Changes to Their Appearances (PICs)
[…] physical appearances that can only make you wonder WHY? First up we’ve two “housewives” making some unusual transitions literally overnight and they are very dramatic, to say the least. Cynthia Bailey is stranger to wearing different wigs and hairstyles for each episode, but she hit up IG a nice burgundy number that seems juuuuust […]
Known for Her Dramatic Turns – Lupita Nyong’o Submits ‘Open Application’ for Rom-Com Role
Lupita Nyong’o – Getty Images North America) *Lupita Nyong’o is known for dramatic roles, but the Oscar winner wants to show a different side of herself and her acting repertoire. Chatting with People, Nyong’o mentioned an alternative for her lies in content focusing on the heart. “Please tell everybody I’m looking for the rom-com,” the […]
NAACP Image Awards 2023: How to Watch and Why the Show Still Matters
54th NAACP Image Awards *(CNN) — The 54th NAACP Image Awards is a week-long celebration of excellence in film, TV, music and literature that will culminate in a televised ceremony tonight, Saturday (02-25-23). And while areas of the entertainment industry have worked to become more inclusive and diverse in recent years, Kyle Bowser, senior […]
Nominees Announced for 2023 NAACP Image Awards
Anthony Anderson on stage ahead of the 52nd NAACP Image Awards on March 27, 2021, in Burbank, California. (Photo by Kymiah James via Getty Images) *The nominations for the 54th NAACP Image Awards were announced Thursday and some of your favorite Black star power earned top nods. Hollywood icons Angela Bassett and Will Smith, […]
