Lil John Roberts Interview: Beyond The Church Walls

Lil John Roberts Expanded His Gift Beyond The Church Walls

FROM: WHEN WE SPEAK TV

It was an honor to speak with Lil John Roberts.  

In addition to being an educator at Berklee College of Music, he has toured the world/ worked with some of the largest artists in music.....If you don't believe us, just check out some of the artists on his resume!!!!

Prince * Michael Jackson * Dionne Farris * Janet Jackson * Yolanda Adams * Jazz Jeff and the Fresh Prince * Monica * Goodie Mob  * Herbi Hancock * Elton John * Stevie Wonder * Quincy Jones * Mary J. Blige * Al Green * B.B. King * Paula Abdul * Bruce Parham * BeBe and CeCe Winans * Patti LaBelle * India.Arie * Queen Latifah * Musiq Soulchild * Jill Scott * Bilal * Jamie Foxx * Snoop Dogg

...and the list goes on and on!!!!!

Rahbi Present Strange

 From When We Speak TV

Strange a community of beautiful people from all walks of life, who love from the inside out.  Artistic Freedom is celebrated through music, dance, fashion, and visual arts while consciousness is elevated. Let's get strange and be sure to follow the the Leader of the Beautiful People, Rahbi on all social platforms.

Hollywood Unlocked's Jason Lee Speaks About His Career Decisions

Jason Lee Speaks About Bad Decisions, The Queen, and Cursing People Out

 Jason Lee of Hollywood Unlocked speaks with Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV about viral post about the queen's death during the GBC Inaugural Met Gala and Icon Awards.

Riverdale, Georgia, Welcomes Jazz In The Alley!!!

We are so excited to let you know that, because of your great support, Jazz In The Alley (JITA) is growing and is expanding to the city of Riverdale, Georgia!!!!

Jazz In The Alley Riverdale 2022

OCTOBER 1, 2022

7:30PM - 9:30PM

*No coolers, outside food, or beverages allowed.  There will be local vendors available at the event.

Amphitheater at Riverdale Town Center

7200 Church St,
​Riverdale, GA 30274

FEATURED ARTISTS

Trap Jazz Allstars 
Unknown Lyric

Pure Heat Community Festival: 2022 Black Pride Weekend in Atlanta

 Atlanta Black Pride Weekend, the country's leading LGBTQ+ annual pride prepares for its 26th year with an exciting line-up during the 2022 Labor Day holiday weekend taking place in Atlanta, GA. 2022 also marks the addition of the inaugural, Atlanta Black Pride Weekend Film Festival held at IPIC Theaters on Saturday, Sept. 3 from 1-10 PM. The five-day Pride Celebration will include special appearances by: Kandi Burruss, Jussie Smollett, Joseline Hernandez, Natalie Nunn, Stasha Sanchez, Saucy Santana, Latto, Jhonni Blaze, Erica Banks, Jerrie Johnson, Melissa “DJ M” Scott and more.

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO:

KANDI BURRUSS, JUSSIE SMOLLETT, JOSELINE HERNANDEZ, NATALIE NUNN AND STASHA SANCHEZ SET TO BE HONORED AT 10th ANNUAL PURE HEAT COMMUNITY FESTIVAL

Bevy Smith It Gets Greater Later

From When We Speak TV:

Jermaine Sain Shares How TV Personality Bevy Smith Help Him

TV/Radio Personality & Author, Bevy Smith, speaks with Jermaine Sain during the iElevate National Conference Black Tie Gala. ​

Jermaine Sain shares with Bevy Smith that her slogan "It Gets Greater Later" has helped and encouraged his life.

Marlo Hampton (RHOA) shares with Jermaine Sain (When We Speak TV) that it's not about her past but where she is going

From: When We Speak TV

Marlo Hampton talks about how she was represented on Real Housewives of Atlanta.

Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV speaks with guests on the red carpet at 2022 Vision Community Foundation Black Tie Gala. Some of the notable attends included Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Marlo Hampton, TV Personality, Bevy Smith, and Actor, Brian Jordan Jr.

Watch New Lifetime series, Flowers In Attic: The Origin

 From: When We Speak TV

Actor, Jemima Rooper, Speaks with Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV

about her role in Lifetime's new series, "Flowers In The Attic: The Origin'

The four-part limited prequel series airs starting July 9 at 8/7c.

READ MORE AND WATCH THE TRAILER FOR FLOWERS IN THE ATTIC: THE ORIGIN BY CLICKING HERE

"Legacy" By Tony Hightower - Dedicated To His Mother and Grandmother

from When We Speak TV

'Legacy' by Tony Hightower Is A Dedication To Mother

At a time when Jazz music could truly use a boost in listenership, singer Tony Hightower is on a mission to be the bridge to help a younger generation of appreciators crossover. With his sophomore album LEGACY entering the marketplace, all-around singer/entertainer Hightower – a protégé of the late Freddy Cole - is leveraging his R&B and Hip-Hop roots to entice more young people to dig jazz.

PURCHASE "LEGACY" BY TONY HIGHTOWER

Saxophonist Dexter Tolson Is Coming to the Jazz In The Alley Stage

From When We Speak TV: 

The 2022 Jazz In The Alley concert series started with a bang on June 11th with The Senators featuring Tony Tatum. 
​And the party isn't over yet.......

On July 17th, the city of Norcross, GA, will have Dexter Tolson on the Jazz In The Alley Stage!!!! 

Saxophonist, Dexter Tolson, invites you out to Jazz In The Alley in Norcross, Georgia.

Performing on

*July 16th- Dexter Tolson and Unknown Lyric

*August 13th - Michael Cruse and Cleveland P. Jones

*September 17th- FunkyardX

Held in historic Norcross, Georgia, (Betty Mauldin Park), Jazz In the Alley has an upward attendance of 1,000. did we mention that it's FREE? That's RIGHT! Thanks to generous sponsors like the City of Norcross, Peachtree Awnings, Miktu Naturals, Krush By Jai, Elite Behavioral Medicine, and When We Speak TV, so bring your entire family. All concerts begin at 7:30PM. For more information and updates, follow Jazz In The Alley and When We Speak TV on all social media platforms. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DEXTER TOLSON:

@Dexter.Tolson

2022 Black Music And Entertainment Walk of Fame Inductee Ceremony

 from When We Speak TV:

2022 Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame in Atlanta

The Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame, honors iconic individuals and organizations that have impacted Black Culture and community.

2022 Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame inductees included Nas, Donnie McClurkin, Prince, Bob Marley, Cathy Hughes, RUN DMC, Angela Bassett, Tamala Mann, The Clark Sisters, Charlie Wilson, Duke Ellington, Steve Harvey, Bishop TD Jakes, Lauryn Hill, Patti Labelle, and Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff.

BLACK MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT WALK OF FAME

TheBlackWalkOfFame.com

L to R: Demmette Guidry, GA State Rep. Erica Thomas, & Catherine Brewton Unveil the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame Highway

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'Legacy' by Tony Hightower Is A Dedication To His Late Mother

Singer Tony Hightower is leveraging his R&B and Hip-Hop roots to entice more young people to appreciate jazz music.

Dru Hill Speaks with Jermaine Sain at 2022 Black Music Honors

​R&B Group, Dru Hill, speaks with Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV during the 2022 Black Music Honors.  Dru Hill was honored with the Urban Music Icon Award. 

Jermaine Sain Attends Salute To Fashion Hosted by Vivica A. Fox and Miss Lawrence

Salute to Fashion, was hosted by iconic actress Vivica A. Fox and actor/ TV Personality Miss Lawrence. 

Join When We Speak TV in Norcross, Georgia on July 16, 2022 For Another Free Jazz Concert!!!!

 Jazz In The Alley Welcomes Dexter Tolson & Unknown Lyric To The Stage

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JAZZ IN THE ALLEY:

thejazzinthealley.com

The 2022 Jazz In The Alley concert series is sponsored by City of Norcross, Peachtree Awnings, MikTu Naturals, Krush By Jai, Elite Behavioral Medicine, and When We Speak TV.

7th Annual Black Music Honors to Air On Bounce TV on June 25th

 from: whenwespeaktv.com

Watch the Star-Studded 2022 Black Music Honors Airing on Bounce TV

The 7th Annual Black Music Honors' highly-anticipated celebration of trailblazing music legends with exciting performances and must-watch moments is airing nationally on Bounce TV Saturday, June 25 at 7:00 PM during Black Music Month. The television special is energetically infused with the comedic and fashionable synergy of electrifying co-hosts Two-Time GRAMMY Winner LeToya Luckett and Comedian DeRay Davis.

The 2022 Black Music Honors honorees displayed the excellence of Black music culture as they were commemorated by knockout performances that took them on a nostalgic journey down memory lane with anthems that shook the airwaves and raised them to stardom. The long-awaited reunions of Kid N’ Play and Dru Hill manifested on the Black Music Honors Stage. The legendary groups didn’t miss a beat and had the crowd partying like it was the 1990’s.

​Other music icons honored were Dynamic Gospel Duo Mary Mary who invited fans to worship and turn up at the same time; GRAMMY Winning Singer-Songwriter Keri Hilson for her pop sensibility and swag as a songwriter; and Five-Time GRAMMY Nominee Tevin Campbell who was honored with the R&B Icon Award. For their nearly six-decade career, The Whispers took home the Legends Award and Soulful Singer Jerry Butler was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his secular harmonies as the lead singer of the 1960’s group The Impressions.

Honoree performances kicked off with powerhouse vocalists Tasha Page-Lockhart and Crystal Aikin who delivered a shoe-throwing worthy rendition of Mary Mary’s “Yesterday” followed by an energetic, crowd-rocking performance of “Shackles'' from sister starlets Ahjah and Rhea Walls. Songster Eric Roberson serenaded Jerry Butler’s “For Your Precious Love” with a smooth, doo-wap ensemble while music artists Jade Novah, Zonnique and Dondria Nicole turned up the heat with edgy performances of Keri Hilson’s “Pretty Girl Rock,” “Knock You Down,” and “Turnin Me On.”

​Crooners Eric Bellinger and Avery Wilson lended their smooth, buttery vocals to honor music veteran Tevin Campbell by performing “I’m Ready” and the viral hit “Can We Talk.” Teen Prodigy Keedron Bryant also honored Campbell with his own rendition. Other performers who graced the stage with Twitter-worthy performances include Carl Thomas, Kevin Ross, Amber Riley, Sheléa and more who delivered unforgettable performances.

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Gospel Singer, Yolanda Adams Thanks Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV During Black Music Honors

Jermaine Sain, shares his childhood memory of calling the radio station and requesting "My Liberty", recorded in 1982, by Southeast Inspirational Choir with Yolanda Adams on lead vocals.  

Dru Hill Speaks with Jermaine Sain at 2022 Black Music Honors

​R&B Group, Dru Hill, speaks with Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV during the 2022 Black Music Honors.

Amazing Cast of Tyler Perry's 'Ruthless' Speaks With Jermaine Sain

Check out our convo with Melissa L Williams, Matt Cedeno, Lenny Thomas, Baadja Lyne Odums, and Blue Kimble of Tyler Perry's Ruthless

Dru Hill Honored with Urban Music Icon Award

from When We Speak TV 

R&B Group, Dru Hill, speaks with Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV during the 2022 Black Music Honors.  Dru Hill was honored with the Urban Music Icon Award. 

​FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BLACK MUSIC HONORS:
blackmusichonors.com


MORE ABOUT DRU HILL:
@druhill4real

Black Music Honors celebrates legendary artists and institutions making a significant impact in African American Music.  The 7th annual Black Music Honors is hosted by Letoya Luckett and Deray Davis, honoring Dru Hill, Tevin Campbell, Mary Mary, Karyn White, Keri Hilson, and The Whispers.
2022 Black Music Honors, will air on Bounce TV on Saturday, June 25th.

Exclusive Look at the 2022 Black Music Honors Red Carpet

Join When We Speak TV and Jermaine Sain
for an exclusive preview of the 2022 Black Music Honors Red Carpet.

National Broadcast Syndication will air June 4 - July 3 and on Bounce TV on June 25.

The 7th annual Black Music Honors is hosted by Letoya Luckett and Deray Davis, honoring Dru Hill, Tevin Campbell, Mary Mary, Karyn White, Keri Hilson, and The Whispers.

For more information about Black Music Honors, visit www.blackmusichonors.com or connect on social media @blackmusichonors on Facebook and Instagram or @blackmusichonor on Twitter. 

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Gospel Singer Yolanda Adams Shares Her Secret To Success In Gospel Music

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2022 Trumpet Awards: A night of inspiration, history, and crowd-rousing performances

The Bounce Trumpet Awards returns for its 30th anniversary, celebrating the best in African American excellence and achievement.

Daughter of Award Winning Music Legend, Diana Ross, Shares What Makes Her Happy

We had so much fun speaking with Rhonda Ross.  Many of you may know her as the daughter of Diana Ross and Berry Gordy but she is so much more than just that!

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​Jermaine Sain, shares his childhood memory of calling the radio station and requesting "My Liberty", recorded in 1982, by Southeast Inspirational Choir with Yolanda Adams on lead vocals.