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• 'Lovecraft County' to premiere Aug. 16 on HBO
  "Lovecraft Country," a horror-drama series starring Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Jonathan Majors and Aunjanue Ellis and executive produced by Jordan Peele, is coming to HBO.
• Watch: Omar Epps stalks Nia Long in Netflix thriller 'Fatal Affair'
  "Fatal Affair," a new psychological thriller starring Omar Epps and Nia Long, will premiere July 16 on Netflix.
• 'Big Dogs' stars say cop series is about survival
  Brett Cullen, Manny Perez, Micheal Richardson and Michael Rabe discuss their new streaming series "Big Dogs," based on the dystopian cop novels by Adam Dunn.
• 'Beavis and Butt-Head' revival set for Comedy Central
  Comedy Central announced on Wednesday that classic MTV animated series "Beavis and Butt-Head" will return with creator Mike Judge once again at the helm.
• Listen: Ty Dolla $ign recruits Kanye West, fka Twigs, Skrillex for 'Ego Death'
  Ty Dolla $ign recruited Kanye West, fka Twigs, Skrillex and serpentwithfeet for "Ego Death," a first single from his forthcoming album.
• Peacock inks deal with ViacomCBS, acquires 'Charmed,' 'Ray Donovan'
  NBCUniversal and ViacomCBS have come to terms on a deal to bring television shows such as the original "Charmed" and "Ray Donovan" to the Peacock streaming service.
• Apple acquires Will Smith, Antoine Fuqua film 'Emancipation'
  Apple landed "Emancipation," a new movie starring Will Smith and directed by Antoine Fuqua about a runaway slave.
• Listen: Katy Perry shares acoustic version of 'Daisies'
  Katy Perry released a stripped-down version of "Daisies," the lead single from her forthcoming album, known as "KP5."
• John Prine named first honorary poet laureate for Illinois
  The late John Prine was named the first honorary poet laureate of the state of Illinois by Governor J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday.
• Look: Heather Dubrow celebrates daughter Max's coming out
  "Real Housewives of Orange County" alum Heather Dubrow voiced her love for her daughter Max after the 16-year-old came out as bisexual.
• Elton John announces 'Classic Concert Series' for YouTube
  Elton John announced on Wednesday he will be launching a new series on YouTube that will present classic concert footage.
• Sia is a grandmother to twins: 'They call me Nana'
  "Together" singer Sia, 44, announced she is a grandmother after adopting two teenage boys in 2019.
• Listen: Roger and Brian Eno share 'Manganese' from 'Mixing Colours' deluxe edition
  Roger Eno and Brian Eno released "Manganese," a new song from a forthcoming expanded edition of their "Mixing Colours" album.
• Coco Austin's dad hospitalized in ICU with COVID-19
  Coco Austin and Ice-T said Austin's father, Steve Austin, is being treated for COVID-19 in an intensive care unit.
• Listen: Evanescence shares 'The Game is Over' from new album
  Evanescence released "The Game is Over," a second single from its forthcoming album, "The Bitter Truth."
• Mahershala Ali to play boxer Jack Johnson in HBO's 'Unruly'
  "True Detective" alum Mahershala Ali will return to HBO in the limited series "Unruly," produced by Tom Hanks.
• Usher, Shania Twain join 'GMA' Summer Concert Series lineup
  Usher, Shania Twain and more have joined the lineup for "Good Morning America's" ongoing Summer Concert Series.
• Maroon 5's Mickey Madden arrested for domestic violence charge
  Maroon 5 bassist Mickey Madden was recently arrested in Los Angeles for alleged domestic violence.
• Netflix renews 'Into the Night' for a second season
  Netflix announced on Wednesday that Belgium sci-fi thriller "Into the Night" has been renewed for a second season.
• 'Star Wars' announces new 'Mandalorian' novels, comics
  Disney and Lucasfilm have announced a new publishing program dedicated to "The Mandalorian" that will see the launch of novels and comic books for all ages.

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• Netflix Is Investing $100 Million In Black Banking
  This is a revolutionary plan.
• This Day in Black History: June 30, 1917
  Screen legend Lena Horne was born.
• Family Denied Service Because Of Son’s Clothes Files Lawsuit
  Marcia Grant says an apology isn’t enough.
• La La Anthony Returns to the Small Screen for ‘The Chi’
  She’s also racking up credits behind the scenes.
• Cop Accused Of Trying To Frame Black Teen
  The family is calling the incident a “modern day lynching.”
• London Dad Accuses Police Of Racial Profiling In Arrest
  The police said they ‘fit the description’
• Billy Porter Featured On History Making Cover Of ‘Essence’
  He's the first openly gay man to cover the publication.
• Kim Kardashian Gives Tour Of Wyoming Estate
  Oh don't worry, they have 14 of these Friesian horses!
• Colin Kaepernick’s Life To Be Portrayed In Netflix Series
  "It’s an honor to bring these stories to life."
• NBA Players To Put Social Justice Messages On Jerseys
  The solidarity messages will give a voice to the voiceless.
• Mary J. Blige Reveals Surprise Sun Goddess Wine Collection
  "I hope this brings you some joy during these trying times."
• Rihanna Calls Out Kentucky AG Over Breonna Taylor’s Killers
  "Over 100 days after #BreonnaTaylor was MURDERED!!"
• Black Trans Teen Found Dead
  Police have ruled Brayla Stone’s death a homicide.
• Cam Newton Signs With New England Patriots
  "I’m excited as I don’t know what right now!!!"
• Hampton Inn Worker Fired After Calling Police On Guest
  The guest said she felt discriminated against.
• North Carolina Racetrack Owner Puts ‘Bubba Rope' For Sale
  Sponsors have reacted.
• Kim Kardashian's Brand Gets A Multi-Million Investment
  Kim is reportedly estimated to have a net worth of $900M.
• Mary J. Blige Enjoys Her Own Wine In Denim Booty Shorts
  Phew, it's a hot girl summer indeed!
• Officer Charged In George Floyd’s Death Claims Self-Defense
  J. Alexander Keung is out on bail.
• Kamala Harris Calls On Celebs To Fundraise For Joe Biden
  The California Senator is hosting ‘Get Up Stand Up.’

RollingStones Music

• Austin City Limits Festival Canceled Because of COVID-19
  Decision comes as Texas grapples with a major spike in coronavirus cases
• Elton John Launches Weekly Archival Concert Series on YouTube
  Proceeds from six-part series will go toward the Elton John AIDS Foundation in support of COVID-19 relief efforts
• Ty Dolla $ign, Kanye West Pay Tribute to Classic House Music on ‘Ego Death’
  New single also includes contributions from FKA Twigs and Skrillex
• St. Vincent, Smokey Robinson Announce New Audible Projects
  Artists' projects are part of new deal between Audible and Gunpowder and Sky
• Neil Young Takes on Donald Trump in New ‘Fireside Session’ Acoustic Concert
  The "Porch Episode" features "Ohio," "Alabama," "Southern Man" and "Campaigner"
• Suzi Quatro on Landing the 1975 Cover of ‘Rolling Stone’
  "I look at that picture and I say to people, 'I looked good that day,'" rock pioneer says
• Katy Perry Strips Down ‘Daisies’ for Acoustic Rendition
  Pop star's fifth album will be released in August
• The Go-Go’s Conquer the World in New Doc Trailer
  Alison Ellwood's film about famed all-female outfit will premiere on Showtime in August
• Lee Ranaldo, Raül Refree Conjure Strange Chaos in ‘Light Years Out’ Live Clip
  Video was filmed back in February at the release party for the pair's latest LP, Names of North End Women
• Bob Marley’s ‘No Woman, No Cry’ Gets New Music Video
  Video drops in honor of International Reggae Day