Posts made in February 2026

We hope Arsenio acknowledges his significant contribution to the ongoing growth of Hip Hop Culture. If he fails to mention it, we’ll simply state it now. Thank you, Arsenio Hall, for believing in Hip Hop, especially during a time when many mainstream outlets dismissed the Artform, as quoted by the legendary KRS-One, “A passing fad or a phase with a rope!”

Arsenio recognized and courageously provided a platform for us to express our art and reach millions of people worldwide!
Arsenio Hall will tell the story of his life and career in a memoir.

Atria/Black Privilege will publish the entertainer’s Arsenio: A Memoir next spring. In the book, the publisher says, Hall “reveals the ups and downs of his remarkable career as a trailblazing pioneer with this behind-the-scenes, star-studded, no-holds-barred memoir of celebrity, race, and show business.”

Hall worked as a stand-up comedian and actor before launching The Arsenio Hall Show in 1989. The syndicated late-night talk show quickly became a hit with younger viewers and a pop culture phenomenon, drawing guests such as Eddie Murphy, Paula Abdul, and Bill Clinton. Clinton, at the time governor of Arkansas and a presidential candidate, memorably wore sunglasses and played a rendition of “Heartbreak Hotel” on saxophone.

The show was canceled in 1994 and brought back to the air in 2013, running for less than a year. Since then, Hall has appeared in films including Coming 2 America and television series such as The Mayor and All About the Washingtons.

“This bracingly candid memoir offers a new appreciation for this raw talent and gifted storyteller, who nightly, for six years, hosted what felt like a televised ‘party’ that changed the landscape of late-night television and brought Black culture into living rooms across America,” Atria/Black Privilege says of the memoir.

Arsenio is slated for publication on April 7, 2026.

Michael Schaub is a contributing writer.

“I was still a teenager when Jessie Jackson set out on his historic journey to become president. He lifted the hopes and dreams of many Americans and stood tall for Black people everywhere. Without his trailblazing there would be no President Barack Obama.

“Jesse’s life altered history and left us a lasting legacy. He shouted, marched, strategized, organized, and inspired throughout the civil rights movement. His impact will forever be felt. But most importantly, he was a friend to my father and our family. I will always remember their rallying cry, ‘It’s Nation Time!”

-NEWARK-

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New York, NY (February 17, 2026) –

Today, I lost the man who first called me into purpose when I was just twelve years old. And our nation lost one of its greatest moral voices.

The Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson was not simply a civil rights leader; he was a movement unto himself. He carried history in his footsteps and hope in his voice. One of the greatest honors of my life was learning at his side. He reminded me that faith without action is just noise. He taught me that protest must have purpose, that faith must have feet, and that justice is not seasonal, it is daily work.

In 1969, when I was still a teenager trying to find my place in this struggle, Rev. Jackson appointed me youth director of the Brooklyn branch of Operation Breadbasket, the economic arm of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference founded by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

He trusted me with responsibility and saw something in me before I fully saw it in myself. That is the measure of a true mentor: they do not just teach you; they name you.

He later named the headquarters of National Action Network “The House of Justice,” a reminder that movements must be anchored in moral purpose.

Through Operation PUSH and the Rainbow Coalition, he expanded the political imagination of this nation. He ran for President not because it was easy, but because he believed America could be better than its history. In doing so, he opened doors that many of us, me included, who followed in his footsteps and ran for President.

But to me, he was more than a public figure. He was Godfather to my two daughters. He prayed over them as infants. He spoke life into them as young girls.

We stood in his home not as a headline, but as family. He taught them, and me, that trying is as important as triumph. That you do not wait for the dream to come true; you work to make it real. Because of him, I learned that leadership is not about being seen, it is about seeing others. Because of him, I learned that our lives mean the most when they are spent widening the circle of who belongs.

Reverend Jackson stood wherever dignity was under attack, from apartheid abroad to injustice at home. His voice echoed in boardrooms and in jail cells. His presence shifted rooms. His faith never wavered.

Today, I grieve not only a leader, but the steady voice that guided me when the road was uncertain. I am heartbroken. But I am eternally grateful that God allowed me to walk beside a man who helped bend the arc of history and shaped the arc of my own life.

Today we mourn. But we do not retreat. We pray for the Jackson family to carry the torch. The greatest way to honor Reverend Jesse Jackson is not in memory alone, but in movement. He taught us to keep marching. He taught us to keep organizing. He taught us that justice is never given, it is demanded.

Rest now, Reverend Jackson. I love you.

Prime Video unveiled the gripping teaser and premiere date for Season Two of the hit crime thriller series, Cross, starring and executive produced by Aldis Hodge.

Produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Paramount Television Studios, the eight-episode second season will debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories on Wednesday, February 11, with the first three episodes and new episodes each week leading up to the season finale on March 18.

Cross is a complex, twisted, pulse-pounding thriller created by executive producer, showrunner, and writer Ben Watkins, based upon the characters from James Patterson’s best-selling Alex Cross book series.

The Washington, D.C. crime drama follows Alex Cross (Aldis Hodge), a brilliant homicide detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the minds of murderers in order to identify and catch them. In Season Two, Cross is in pursuit of a ruthless vigilante who is hunting down corrupt billionaire magnates.

Season Two brings new cast additions Matthew Lillard, Jeanine Mason and Wes Chatham joining the Cross universe as well as returning stars Isaiah Mustafa, Alona Tal, Samantha Walkes, Juanita Jennings, Caleb Elijah, Melody Hurd, and Johnny Ray Gill.

In addition to Watkins and Hodge, Cross is executive produced by Sam Ernst, Jim Dunn, J. David Shanks, Aiyana White, Craig Siebels, Owen Shiflett, James Patterson, Bill Robinson, and Patrick Santa.

Cross is produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Paramount Television Studios.

About Prime Video
Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, and live events – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Fallout, Heads of State, Reacher, Red One, Road House, The Accountant 2, The Boys, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, and The Summer I Turned Pretty; licensed fan favorites; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, NBA, WNBA, NASCAR, NWSL, and the Masters Tournament, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry, Kelce, and Earnhardt. Prime members in the U.S. can share many benefits, including Prime Video, with Amazon Family. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment, as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not can access programming via Prime Video subscriptions such as MGM+, Apple TV+, HBO Max, Peacock, FOX One, and Crunchyroll, as well as more than 800 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels, rent or buy titles, and enjoy even more content for free with ads. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access, and watch and shop their favorite titles with the fan-fueled shopping experience Shop the Show in the U.S. For more info visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.

Studio: Prime Video
Release: 2/12/26

Legends Common and Dr. J team up for a new Prime Docu-Series.

Soul Power showcases how a bold, short-lived league permanently reshaped professional basketball, player empowerment, and American sports culture.

Told through the voices of legends, cultural leaders, and historians, the series argues that modern basketball looks the way it does because the ABA existed.

Soul Power, the definitive story and inaugural docuseries of the American Basketball Association (ABA), chronicles the league’s 1967 inception.

It delves into how a collection of franchises, predominantly relocated or folded, challenged the NBA both on and off the court for nine captivating seasons.

The series also examines the enduring impact of the ABA on basketball, including the introduction of the 3-point shot, the All-Star Game slam dunk competition, the inclusion of former ABA franchises like the Brooklyn Nets, Denver Nuggets, Indiana Pacers, and San Antonio Spurs in the NBA, the empowerment of women in sports business, and the rise of superstar players and contributors like Julius Erving, Moses Malone, Spencer Haywood, George Gervin, Rick Barry, and George Karl.

In 2026, the ABA will celebrate its 50th anniversary with the merger with the NBA.

Executive Producers – Common, Julius “Dr. J” Erving, Todd Lieberman, George Karl, Kenan Kamwana Holley

Director by –
Kenan Kamwana Holley

Studio: Prime Video
Release: 2/4/26

Whenever we consider content for our featured artist section or any placement on our Network, we always prioritize work that the Hip Hop generation would approve of. This policy often leads us to explore various genres within the Entertainment realm.

We’ve found content from the world of Sports, Rock Music, Hip Hop, Gospel, Tech, Film/Television, publishing, Yacht, and soft rock, as well as politics….well you get the picture.

Our latest feature, “Relationships Goals,” features two iconic artists from Hip Hop and R&B: Kelly Rowland (Destiny’s Child) and Method Man (Wu Tang Clan). This feature covers three categories: Music, Film, and Television.

Now, let me talk about both artists. I’m not sure who or where they trained in acting, but their skill in many of their screen projects is truly mesmerizing.

I was already sold on Kelly. In fact, I’d love to see her portray a music icon that we all know and love in a biopic. I’ll keep the details for proprietary reasons, but I’ll check in with her when I see her in person.

As for Method Man, I knew he had acting potential from his early music videos and films like “How High,” “Soul Plane,” “Peppermint,” and “The Wire.” But it was his role as Davis Maclean in “Power Book II: Ghost” that truly solidified my belief that Meth is an official actor.

Kelly and Method Man have amassed a diverse portfolio of film, television, and music projects. However, I believe we can all agree that they possess that unique “it” factor—the special magic that the industry thrives on. This is precisely what you’ll experience when you watch them in “Relationship Goals.”

The film follows TV producer Leah Caldwell as she sets out to become the first woman to host New York’s top morning show. Her ex-boyfriend, Jarrett Roy, also throws his hat in the ring for the same role.

Jarrett claims to have been transformed by the book “Relationship Goals,” which becomes a central theme as Leah’s friends delve into its wisdom as well. Despite her unwavering focus on her career, Leah’s life takes an unexpected turn when she develops a romantic connection with her ex, challenging her priorities and forcing her to confront her own personal growth.

Lamar Stephens Sr.
RETV Staff writer

A resort tradition for more than a decade, “Celebrate Gospel” concerts return to Disneyland Resort – in a new location at the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage for the first time across two weekends – February 20-21 and February 27-28. Grammy Award-winning gospel performerswill headline the two weekends, featuring Bishop Hezekiah Walker on February 21 and Yolanda Adams on February 28. This annual tribute to Gospel music brings together top artists and community choirs from across Southern California, accessible for all visitors of the Downtown Disney District and does not require park admission to enjoy.

New for 2026, a heritage trail of dynamic displayswill debut across the resort, celebrating influential Black leaders, artists and thinkers from the past and present. resort, celebrating influential Black leaders, artists and thinkers from the past and present. Highlights of the displays include tributes to individuals like restaurateur Leah Chase, animator Ron Husband, Disney Legend Martha Blanding, animator Floyd Norman and more.

From Feb. 1 through 28, the soulful celebration expands during Black History Month with limited-time menu items, such as the New Orleans BBQ shrimp from Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining in Disney California Adventure Park and the French Quarter fried chicken bowl from Tiana’s Palace in Disneyland Park.

Throughout the year, guests can discover Celebrate Soulfully experiences inspired by Black heritage and culture, from taking a ride on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, dining at Tiana’s Palace restaurant and shopping at Eudora’s Chic Boutique Featuring Tiana’s Gourmet Sweets, the “Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje” experience and more. At select times, guests may also spot Joe Gardner from Pixar Animation Studios’ “Soul” playing smooth jazz tunes in the lobby of Pixar Place Hotel.

The 2026 tour will bring Yacht Rock Revue to some of North America’s most iconic venues, including Northwell at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, NY, on June 19; The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York, NY, on August 13; and The Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park, NJ, on August 14, and August 15, 2026.

From storied outdoor amphitheaters to legendary rooms where live-music culture thrives, PRIMETIME reflects the band’s evolution from Atlanta club favorite to one of the most in-demand touring acts in the country.

PRIMETIME is Yacht Rock Revue’s most ambitious live production to date, inspired by the golden age of television and the band’s own roots as a DIY club act. Blending world-class musicianship with a nostalgic atmosphere, the show transports audiences back to an era defined by effortless cool, unforgettable melodies, and shared cultural moments.

While PRIMETIME raises the bar visually and sonically, the heart of the show remains the same: intimacy, spontaneity, and audience connection. It’s a celebration of the era, delivered with humor, heart, and serious chops. Additionally, the tour is sponsored by the leading THC-infused beverage, Cann.

Tickets for the tour will go on sale to the public starting on Friday, February 6 at 10 AM. Full tour details, ticket links, and additional information are available at yachtrockrevue.com.

Date City Venue

Apr 25 Alpharetta, GA Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

May 7 Birmingham, AL Avondale Brewing Company

May 8 Cherokee, NC Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center

May 9 Charlotte, NC The Amp Ballantyne

May 28 Phoenix, AZ The Van Buren

May 29 Los Angeles, CA The Fonda Theatre

May 30 San Diego, CA Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay

May 31 San Diego, CA Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay

Jun 2 Saratoga, CA The Mountain Winery

Jun 5 Portland, OR Revolution Hall

Jun 6 Portland, OR Revolution Hall

Jun 19 Wantagh, NY Northwell at Jones Beach Theater

Jun 20 Bethel, NY Horizon Stage at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts

Jun 21 Lenox, MA Tanglewood

Jun 24 Isle of Palms, SC The Windjammer

Jun 25 Isle of Palms, SC The Windjammer

Jun 26 Isle of Palms, SC The Windjammer

Aug 5 Dewey Beach, DE Bottle & Cork

Aug 6 Dewey Beach, DE Bottle & Cork

Aug 8 Pittsburgh, PA Stage AE

Aug 13 New York, NY The Rooftop at Pier 17

Aug 14 Asbury Park, NJ The Stone Pony

Aug 15 Asbury Park, NJ The Stone Pony

Aug 19 Hampton Beach, NH Casino Ballroom

Aug 20 Hampton Beach, NH Casino Ballroom

Aug 21 Boston, MA Leader Bank Pavilion

Aug 22 Boston, MA Leader Bank Pavilion

Sep 9 Memphis, TN Graceland Soundstage

Sep 10 Louisville, KY Iroquois Amphitheater

Sep 11 Chicago, IL The Salt Shed

Sep 12 Noblesville, IN Ruoff Music Center

Sep 17 Columbus, OH The Bluestone

Sep 18 Cincinnati, OH Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati

Sep 19 Grand Rapids, MI The Intersection

Sep 24 Chesterfield, MO Chesterfield Amphitheater

Sep 25 Kansas City, MO Uptown Theater KC

Sep 26 Denver, CO The Mission Ballroom

Oct 9 Miramar Beach, FL Rockin’ in Paradise with Styx & Friends#

# Festival/Fair

About Yacht Rock Revue

Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” invites listeners on a nostalgic voyage through the sun-soaked melodies of the ’70s and ’80s.

With dy-no-mite renditions of hits by Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, and more, Yacht Rock Revue is widely recognized as the driving force behind the yacht rock resurgence, sharing stages with icons like Train, REO Speedwagon, Kenny Loggins, and Styx – while earning a devoted following of “Anchorheads.” 2026 marks their most ambitious production yet, delivered with the same intimacy and interactive touch that harkens back to their days as a club band.

Channeling the golden age of television and their humble beginnings in an Atlanta, GA basement in 2007, it’s PRIMETIME.

YACHT ROCK REVUE ONLINE:

INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE | WEBSITE | CANN AFFILIATE

About Cann

Founded by Stanford and Harvard graduates, Cann is reshaping the social drinking category with their microdosed, non-alcoholic beverages that deliver a perfect, uplifting feeling every time. Vegan, gluten-free, and with only 35 calories, each Cann has five all-natural ingredients with a strength that is similar to a beer or glass of wine. There are no artificial sweeteners or flavors, sugar substitutes, or cannabis taste. Cann products with THC derived from federally legal hemp are available to consumers online DTC in 41 states and in retailers in over 20 states, including MN, TX, FL, TN, IL, CA, and NY. Cann products are also available at dispensaries in CA.

Stand-up special releasing
in the United States
on January 27th, 2026 at 3:00 AM EST

Comedy superstar Mike Epps returns to the stage for his fifth Netflix stand-up special, Delusional.

With his signature charm and sharp humor, Epps delivers a fresh set packed with big laughs and memorable moments, sharing hilarious and unfiltered stories of how a little delusion and a lot of hustle made him a star.

Mike Epps is rapidly approaching the status of a G.O.A.T. in the comedy world! From my perspective, he seems to be right under Eddie Murphy and is eyeing Richard Pryor! (Let us know what ya’ll think in the comments)

Just watch his latest stand-up special, “Delusional,” on Netflix, and you’ll see why. Mike absolutely destroys the stage with his confidence, stage savvy, and hilarious relatability. This stand-up special is sure to be a comedy classic.

But what really sets Mike Epps apart is his authenticity. He’s like a real-life relative, and anyone who’s had the chance to meet him will tell you that talking to him is like talking to a family member for hours

So, get your rewind button ready and sit down with your Kin-folk for an hour or so. You won’t regret it!

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