*Tony Rose, pioneering music executive, producer, and NAACP Image Award-winning book publisher, died peacefully at his Phoenix home on Tuesday, May 30, 2025, at the age of 74. His wife of 43 years, Yvonne Rose, and sister, Felicia Rose, were by his side. Best known […]
On Monday (June 9), Snoop Dogg received the Ultimate Icon Award at the 2025 BET Awards. While his speech and subsequent tribute were both off the chain, many online were quick to point out the apparent hypocrisy over the “Gin & Juice” rapper’s honor…and to be honest, […]
Michael Sumler, the longtime hype man for the Kool & The Gang band, died over Memorial Day Weekend after his vehicle was involved in a crash. Michael Sumler, also known as Chicago Mike, was a member of the band for several years. Local outlet Fox 5 Atlanta reports that […]
*Acclaimed jazz vocalist, dynamic performer, and brain health advocate Elijah Rock has officially released his deeply personal and artistically rich new album, “Memories Unleashed-Impulse 1” now available on all major streaming platforms and digital retailers. Produced by Rayford Griffin and arranged with Todd Hunter, this powerful project goes beyond music. […]
In honor of Women’s History Month, the ladies of Praise 102.5 pay tribute to the trailblazing women who have helped shape Gospel music. First off, Veda Howard pays tribute to the legendary Mahalia Jackson. Born on October 26, 1911, Jackson is widely regarded as one of […]
*Efrem K. Bryant — born and raised in Los Angeles — is super-talented, and he certainly LOVES, LOVES, LOVES what he does. And what he does and does quite well are a multitude of worthwhile projects essentially geared to serving and uplifting mankind’s spirit. Gifted, he […]
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