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NEWS Macy Gray to Release 10th Studio Album, 'Ruby' (New York, NY) -  The legendary and multi-award winning, multi-platinum selling singer, songwriter and actress Macy Gray to release her 10th studio album titled "Ruby" on Artistry Music/Mack Avenue this fall.  "Ruby" is the follow up to her critically acclaimed Jazz covers album "Stripped" which dropped in 2016 and sees Macy Gray collaborate with esteemed producers Johan Carlsson (Ariana Grande, Michael Bublé , Maroon 5), Tommy Brown (Jennifer Lopez, Fifth Harmony, Travis Scott, Ariana Grande) and Tommy Parker Lumpkins (Janet Jackson, Justin Bieber, Kelly Rowland), and will be released worldwide this fall. Macy will also be performing for two nights at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Club on May 25 & 26. For more information and tickets go to: http://bethesdabluesjazz.com/music/ With a career that includes multiple Grammy, Billboard, MTV and BRIT Awards, and record sales of over 25 million worldwide, the integrity and innovation of Macy Gray's artistry has allowed her to forge her own path to success and win fans and critics from all around the world. Her music transcends genres and generations thanks to her signature storytelling, legendary voice and willingness to experiment, whether it be in sSul music, R&B, Pop, Alternative Rock, Jazz, Retro-Disco and Hip-Hop..

NEWS Ellis Hall to Perform at the Black Business Associates' 'Salute to Black Music' June 19, 2018 (Los Angeles, CA) - The Black Business Association (BBA), the oldest ethnic business organization in the State of California, will host its Annual "Salute to Black Music Awards Dinner" on Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at the California African American Museum, 600 State Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90037. Reception is at 6 PM and event at 7 PM. Held in recognition of African American Music Appreciation Month, this years' theme is "The Business Behind the Music." Performances will include Ellis Hall, there to honor Valerie Ervin, President of the Ray Charles Foundation Ellis Hall, called the "The Ambassador of Soul," is known for singing, songwriting and as a musician playing every instrument with a strong 5 octave vocal range and was the lead vocalist and keyboardist for the soul-funk band Tower of Power. He performs with elite symphony orchestras worldwide including: His first being the Hollywood Bowl under the direction of his mentor Ray Charles. Ms. Ervin is the guardian angel of the Ray Charles Legacy. Under her leadership, the Ray Charles foundation has donated millions of dollars in grants, making Valerie Ervin one of the most influential legacy estate guardians. She is committed to carrying forward the vision and philanthropic mission set forth by Ray Charles. Honorees, Siedah Garrett, GRAMMY-winning and twice Academy Award nominated singer/songwriter whose contributions to popular culture are unparalleled and John Acosta, President of the American Federation of Musicians Local 47 will be recognized for their accomplishments in African-American music. "Journey to Love" by Eunice Moseley now Available at Barnes and Nobles.

NEWS    Mission: Impossible-Fallout Starring Tom Cruise Arrives in Theatres July 27, 2018 (Los Angeles, CA) - Tom Cruiuse is back as Ethan Hunt in Paramount Picture's Mission: Impossible - Fallout arriving in theatres July 27, 2018. Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his IMF team (Alec Baldwin, Simon Pegg, Ving Rhames) along with some familiar allies (Rebecca Ferguson, Michelle Monaghan) race against time after a mission gone wrong. Henry Cavill, Angela Bassett, and Vanessa Kirby also join the dynamic cast with filmmaker Christopher McQuarrie returning to the helm. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie Mission: Impossible - Fallout is produced by Tom Cruise, Christopher McQuarrie, Jake Myers and J.J. Abrams. CLICK HERE AND LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

NEWS   Christina Aguilera to Release New Album 'Liberation' and North American Fall Tour   (Los Angeles, CA) - Global superstar Christina Aguilera releases new single, "Twice," from her soon to be released studio album "Liberation." The track follows the release of the "Accelerate" single featuring Ty Dolla $ign and 2 Chainz. Both Ty Dolla $ign and 2 Chainz will be included on Christina's album to be released on June 15, 2019 via RCA Records. Christina will launch her North American Tour this fall. This will be her first tour since 2008, which will kick off on September 25th and travel to 22 cities, performing at many of North America's most intimate venues including two dates at New York's Radio City Music Hall, two dates at The Chicago Theatre, and stops in Boston, Oakland, Denver, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and more. Christina Aguilera is a Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter renowned for her powerful voice and hit songs. Throughout her career, she has sold more than 43 million records worldwide. Aguilera has achieved five No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart making her the fourth female artist to top the chart over three consecutive decades (1990s, 2000s, and 2010s). She has won six Grammy Awards including one Latin Grammy Award. She has also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and holds the prestigious honor of being the only artist under the age of 30 included in Rolling Stone Magazine's list of the 100 greatest singers of all time. In 2011 she entered the world of television as a coach on NBC's Emmy Award nominated show The Voice. Aguilera continues to use her voice for good. She has served as global spokesperson for Yum! Brands' World Hunger Relief effort since 2009 and has helped raise over $150 million for the World Food Program and other hunger relief agencies.