PrizePicks Becomes BIG3’s First Daily Fantasy Partner, Expanding Footprint in Sports and Entertainment Landscapes for both Companies LOS ANGELES – The BIG3 today announced they have signed an exclusive partnership with PrizePicks, the largest skill-based fantasy sports operator in North America, to become the BIG3’s daily fantasy provider and further the convergence of basketball, hip-hop, and fantasy sports. “We are very excited for this partnership. What PrizePicks is doing for the fantasy and sports entertainment industry is very similar to what the BIG3 is working towards,” said Justin Williams, CMO of the BIG3. “This partnership is a mutually beneficial relationship with the primary…
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Spectrum has announced its sponsorship of the upcoming Bald Brothers Tour starring renowned comedians Tony Baker and Kevin “KevOnStage” Fredericks. The 10-city run kicks off on Friday, August 4 in Philadelphia, with stops in New York, Washington, D.C., Charlotte, Atlanta, Cleveland, Chicago, New Orleans and Phoenix before wrapping up in Dallas on Sunday, September 3. Additionally, Spectrum has partnered with the duo to produce “The One,” a tongue-in-cheek music video about the Company’s industry-leading wireless connectivity package, Spectrum One. https://youtu.be/dqvWkxsrlYc “Kevin and Tony have been producing hilarious content for our customers for several years, and their video ‘The One’ is another comedic classic,” said Marisol Martinez, Vice President of Multicultural Marketing for Charter Communications, Inc. “Who else but Kevin and Tony can find a…
Multi-award-winning artist, songwriter, film & television composer, and producer Raphael Saadiq announced Raphael Saadiq Revisits Tony! Toni! Toné!, the Just Me & You Tour, which will grace stages across the U.S. this fall. “I’ve always wanted to put my family back together,” says Saadiq. “Playing with the Tonys again is a thank you to the fans, the Super Tonians, for supporting all my musical efforts. Without those who were with us from Day One, where would I be? But the main reason is that my father, Charlie Wiggins, would’ve wanted it this way–to see me, D’Wayne, and Tim playing together again.” The long-awaited return of…
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) Rhythm & Soul department revealed plans to honor legendary multi-platinum selling producer and artist Dr. Dre with the inaugural ASCAP Hip-Hop Icon Award at the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards Celebration of 50 Years of Hip-Hop in Los Angeles on Thursday, June 22. The ASCAP Hip-Hop Icon Award is presented to ASCAP members whose musical contributions have made an indelible impact on the art and culture of hip-hop. “Dr. Dre’s groundbreaking early work laid a foundation for hip-hop as we know it today. As a champion for some of today’s biggest artists and a successful entrepreneur, he changed the culture around hip-hop,” said…
LOS ANGELES – MASN and BIG3 will launch a media programming and community impact partnership to televise 52 games of the exciting three-on-three summer professional basketball league throughout MASN’s seven-state television territory starting later this month. Founded by producer, actor, and artist Ice Cube, the BIG3 league will visit nine U.S. cities on its summer tour, visiting stadiums in Chicago, Dallas, New York, Memphis, Miami, Boston, DC, Charlotte, and Detroit. The season tips off on Sunday, June 25th and goes for nine weeks in the U.S. before moving across the pond for its All-Star Game and Championship Game in London, England on August 26. “The addition of MASN to…
Group Black, a modern media company with the largest collective of Black-owned media, and NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies, announced that they will be entering an exclusive partnership aimed to amplify Black-led content today and beyond. Through Black Excellence 365, NBCUniversal has curated a collection of Black-led and diverse content for exclusive marketing and sale by Group Black, growing full-year advertising opportunity and investment in the Black-owned ecosystem. “The scale of investment that NBCUniversal has made into Black audiences is the first of its kind, making this pioneering partnership a major step towards growing diverse voices…
By: Silver Fox Accountancy S-Corp status is a popular choice and is often highly recommended to small business owners to reduce their tax liabilities. However, this is not a one-size-fits-all choice as depending on how much income that business is bringing in, they may be better off with having their business set up as a C-Corp. What is an S-Corp? An S-Corp is an entity that has elected to pass its income and losses onto its shareholders. There are strict rules with the IRS to maintain S-Corp status including having no more than 100 shareholders and commitment of the owners…
LOS ANGELES (SBE) – The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation invites the community to its Juneteenth festivities at five county parks on June 17 and June 18, celebrating Black culture and community achievements. Entertainment performances will feature Black artists and musicians such as Caribbean concert band, Island Passion Band (El Cariso Park), independent creatives from Soulful of Noise (Mayberry Park), R&B group Champaign (Belvedere Park) and singer, songwriter and producer, Sydney Ranee (Jackie Robinson Park). The events will also include food from local vendors, sports tournaments, workshops and much more. “We’re thrilled to celebrate Juneteenth at…
René Romero announced he has received the endorsement from Transportation Workers Union of America (TWU), Local 575 for his campaign to represent California State Assembly District 57. “Rene has demonstrated unwavering commitment to fair wages, workplace safety, and affordable healthcare. We firmly believe that his experience, integrity, and passion for public service will make a significant difference in shaping policies that directly impact the lives of working people and their families,” stated TWU Local 575 Vice President Enrique Guzman. TWU Local 575 represents over 2,000 members and works to improve the working conditions, wages, and schedules of fleet service workers at the…
LOS ANGELES – Taco Bell and its subsidiary have been ordered to pay $85,500 to settle a lawsuit that alleges the company denied customers from cashing out gift cards less than $10. “Businesses have a responsibility to honor their customers’ gift cards, regardless of the amount. This settlement sends a clear message that companies like Taco Bell must abide by the law and treat their customers fairly,” District Attorney Gascón said. “We will continue to hold businesses accountable for actions that harm consumers and protect the rights of the people in Los Angeles County.” The complaint was filed in Ventura…