News Source: OCAThe City of Atlanta - Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) invites local metro Atlanta artists to submit proposals for two new public art installations supported by the office's Public Art Program.  Temporary Art Program - Hardy Ivy Park RF Sculptors interested in participating can submit pre-existing, three-dimensional (3D) sculptures for consideration in our Temporary Art Program. The selected artwork will reside in Hardy Ivy Park, a location in downtown Atlanta, for up to two years and contribute to downtown Atlanta's cultural amenities. The selected artist will be awarded an honorarium not to exceed $3,000 paid over the two-year period while retaining ownership of the artwork. An art selection committee will assist the Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs' Public Art Program in the selection process. The deadline to submit a sculpture proposal is Friday, April 30, 2021, at 5 PM EDT. Submission Requirements For consideration, submit the following:
KEYWORDS Atlanta Artists - Arts Festival - downtown atlanta - arts in atlanta - atlanta artists painters - sculptors - atlanta art museum - black art - atlanta black art - atlanta street art - metro atlanta public art - atlanta made- Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED RAPPERS G HERBO & COCA VANGO SUPPORT RISING CLOTHING DESIGNER "X" IN NEW CLOTHING LINE "LABEL X" Jamar Latin, also known as X, is a 19-year-old clothing designer and entrepreneur. He has recently launched a luxury clothing line titled, "Label X".  ATL's Most Inspiring Stories: Meet Jermaine Sain Huge thanks to VoyageATL for featuring Jermaine Sain and When We Speak TV!!!! Thank you so much for the love and support!!!!  Watch Bronner Bros. on Netflix! News Source: CR8DarkChild Gospel celebrates the milestone of celebrated Stellar Award-winning vocalist Lowell Pye earning his first #1 Billboard Gospel National Airplay single, “Patiently Praising.” The autobiographical anthem by Fred Jerkins featuring Lowell Pye, “Patiently Praising,” marks the year 2021’s first #1 Billboard Gospel National Airplay single and the first-ever of Pye’s 30+ year career. The single reached #1 on Billboard Gospel’s Indicator Chart on March 28, 2020. “Patiently Praising” is lifted from chart-topping album, A Project of Healing, by GRAMMY® Winner Fred Jerkins.  Detroit native, Lowell Pye’s signature tenor vocals were first heard as a member of John P. Kee’s V.I.P. Choir. In 1991, Pye was featured as the lead in Kee’s "Jesus Is Real. In 1996, he joined Stellar Award-winning group, Men of Standard, the group is best known for hit singles, “In Your Will,” “Winter,” I Will” and “Surrounded.” Written by Alvin Garrett and produced by Fred Jerkins, “Patiently Praising” marks the second #1 single lifted from Fred Jerkins’ cancer awareness project, A Project of Healing. The project’s first #1 single, “Victory” was led by Bermuda based duo Last Call (Adrian Jones and Tricay Astwood). A Project of Healing, encompasses fourteen songs of faith, hope and victory to help those who have been impacted by the disease, Cancer. Additionally, the project features songs for those dealing with the loss of a loved one to Cancer and is available now on all major streaming and digital music outlets. KEYWORDS Alvin Garrett - Fred Jerkins - Patiently Praising - Billboard charts - John P Kee - Billboard Gospel National Airplay - Lowell Pye - DarkChild Gospel - Stellar Award-winning vocalist - Billboard Gospel Charts - Men of Standard - gospel music charts - gospel music radio - gospel radio - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED Gospel singer, Yolanda Adams, shares a message of encouragement to Jermaine Sain and When We Speak TV!!! 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.  What Do YOU Speak? Pastor Canton Jones  First Ladies of Gospel: The Clark Sisters Biopic Soundtrack Music lifted from the original film available worldwide digitally on via Releve Entertainment distributed by Tyscot and Warner Music Group.
News Source: BETBET pays tribute to those that continue to stand up, speak out, create, and lead the culture through sports, politics, music, film, TV, social media, business, advocacy, and activism....and they call it The BET 100 of 2020. Some of the top innovators on the list include: PERSON OF THE YEAR: Kamala HarrisPOLITICAL STRATEGIST OF THE YEAR: Stacey AbramsACTRESS OF THE YEAR: Regina KingACTOR OF THE YEAR: Chadwick BosemanRAPPER OF THE YEAR: Megan Thee StallionMALE ATHELETE OF THE YEAR: Lebron JamesFEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Maya MooreINNOVATORS OF THE YEAR: Verzuz Creators Swizz Beatz and TimbalandPROJECT OF THE YEAR: Misha Green's "Lovecraft Country"YOUNGEST HOLLYWOOD EXEC OF THE YEAR: Marsai Martin Click Below To View Each List: The ActorsThe CreativesThe MusiciansThe Social Justice and LGBTQ+ WarriorsPoliticsStyle & BeautySocial Media InfluencersThe Sports StarsBusiness Execs And EntrepreneursKEYWORDS BET - social media influencers - verzuz - kamala harris - stacey abrams - regina king - chadwick boseman - megan thee stallion - lebron james - maya moore - swizz beatz - timbaland - lovecraft country - marsai martin - sport stars - top 100 influencers - top influencers of 2020 - lgbtq+ activists - entrepreneurs of the year - person of the year - actors of the year - musicians of the year - style and beauty - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED What Jermel Howard Can Teach You About Acting Actor Jermel Howard speaks with When We Speak TV about His Acting Career. He has acted in Law & Order, Netflix hit series, Orange Is The New Black, Power, The First Purge, and more.  ATL's Most Inspiring Stories: Meet Jermaine Sain Huge thanks to VoyageATL for featuring Jermaine Sain and When We Speak TV!!!! Thank you so much for the love and support!!!!  WENDY WILLIAMS STORY: WHAT A MESS!!!! Talk show host Wendy Williams executive produces the biopic on her life, revealing the highs and lows she has experienced throughout the years.
The two-hour documentary presents an in-depth look at the parallel lives of renowned singer Whitney Houston and her daughter Bobbi Kristina. Both faced similar struggles and turned to drugs and alcohol for relief from the pressures of being in the spotlight, before leaving the earth in the same tragic way. In a candid look at the ups and downs of their personal stories, and a celebration of their lives. Official Trailer: Whitney Houston & Bobbi Kristina: Didn't We Almost Have It AllWhitney Houston & Bobbi Kristina: Didn't We Almost Have It All premieres on Saturday, February 6 at 8 p.m. EST on Lifetime.  CHECK OUT EXCLUSIVE LIFETIME CONTENT:Website - https://mylt.tv/myLifetime Facebook - https://mylt.tv/facebook Twitter - https://mylt.tv/twitter KEYWORDS Whitney Houston - Lifetime movies - documentaries - Whitney Houston documentaries - Didn't We Almost Have It All - Lifetime - nick gordon - bobbi kristina - whitney houston songs - documentary trailer - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED  Tamar Braxton Shares What Really Triggered Her Breakdown Tamar Braxton (Braxton Family Values) appeared on the show and spoke about her personal struggle with depression and being fired from The Real  The Unbelievable Truth About Singer/Actor Terrell Carter When We Speak TV was very familiar with Terrell Carter's career as a singer and his appearance in several Tyler Perry productions, but we had no idea that there was a more surprising personal life story.  WENDY WILLIAMS STORY: WHAT A MESS!!!! Talk show host Wendy Williams executive produces the biopic on her life, revealing the highs and lows she has experienced throughout the years.
2020 has definitely brought with it some financial stresses that we did not anticipate. Many people are struggling financially, particularly some of our friends in the arts.  The following organizations provide frequent news and resources for artists and arts organizations. Please share the list link to all that may need it!!! STAY SAFE!!! Americans for the Arts Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource and Response Center Arts Education Partnership COVID-19 Resources Status of Arts Education Provisions in State Reopening Plans National Assembly of State Arts Agencies Coronavirus Resources State Arts Agencies & Regional Arts Organizations Contacts For Freelance Artists COVID-19 & Freelance Artists AIGA Community Resource Hub Alliance of Artists Communities Blog post on COVID-19 Preparedness for Residencies Alternate ROOTS COVID-19 Resource Page American Alliance of Museums Information for the Museum Field American Association of Community Theatre COVID-19 Response Resource Roster American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association Survey on Impact of COVID-19 on Indian Country Tourism Art House Convergence list of resources for art house cinemas and theaters Artist Relief Funds for Artists A.R.T./New York Resources for Responding to COVID-19 in New York City Arts Extension Service - UMass Amherst AES Resource list during COVID-19 ArtsReady Information During the Impact of the Coronavirus Artwork Archive Financial Relief Resources for Artists During COVID-19 Association of Art Museum Directors Museums and COVID-19 Association of Performing Arts Professionals Emergency Reposnse Page Backstage COVID-19 Resources for Actors, Creators + Performing Artists Billboard Coronavirus Resources Chamber of Commerce Coronavirus Small Business Issues and Solutions Guide Center for Cultural Innovation COVID-19 Resources CERF+ The Artist’s Safety Net Chamber Music America COVID-19 Resources for the Chamber Music Community Chorus America Blog Post On June Conference & Other Registrations Common Field COVID-19 Resources for the Artist Organization Field Creative Capital Arts Resources During the COVID-19 Outbreak CultureSource COVID-19 Response Resources Dance/USA Resources for Preparing for the Potential Impact of the Coronavirus Coronavirus and Your Insurance Program Dance/NYC Coronavirus Dance Relief Fund Documentary Producers Alliance COVID-19 Resources Drama League COVID-19 Resource List Dramatists Guild COVID-19 Resources Early Music America COVID-19 Resources for Artists and Arts Organizations Film Festival Alliance COVID-19 Pivoting & Planning Calls for Festivals Grantmakers in the Arts COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Arts Funding International Association of Blacks in Dance IABD Emergency Fund International Documentary Association Applying for Federal Coronavirus Relief as a Filmmaker Kickstarter COVID Artist Resources and Funds Lawyers for Good Government Nationwide Small Business Legal Clinic Project League of American Orchestras Coroavirus resource page Webinar: Your Orchestra and COVID-19 Federal Relief (4/1: 1:00pm to 2:30pm EST) Lifetime Arts Supporting Creative Aging Programming during COVID-19 Crisis Mayors’ Institute on City Design Resources for cities responding to the COVID-19 crisis MusicCares® MusicCares COVID-19 Relief Fund MusicCovidRelief.com Benefits made available by the CARES Act NALAC | National Association of Latino Arts and Cultures Arts Resources & Field Survey National Alliance for Musical Theatre COVID-19 Resources National Art Education Association (NAEA) Tools for distance learning/preparing for the 2020-21 school year National Association for Music Education NAfME COVID-19 Resources & News National Black Arts Donate to the Artist Fund Apply to Artist Project Fund National Performance Network Statement and Resources NDN Collective COVID-19 grant opportunities for Indigenous organizations and artists New York Foundation for the Arts Emergency Resources - includes national level resources OPERA America COVID-19 Resource Hub Poets & Writers Resources for Writers in the Time of Coronavirus State Education Agency Directors of Arts Education Arts Instructional Resources Sundance Institute Curated COVID Resources & Emergency Funds Theater Communications Group COVID-19: Prepare, Mitigate, Recover The Recovery Village Resources for Substance Abuse Treatment During Coronavirus TYA/USA TYA Response to COVID-19 University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine Arts & COVID-19 Response Western Governors’ Association Coping with the Realities of COVID-19 WomenArts Emergency Funds - All Art Forms KEYWORDS covid-19 resources - resources for artists - film festival alliance - covid 19 resources for arts organizations - cares act - resources for musicians - filmmakers - resource hub for artists - resource hub for creators - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV - covid support for artists - artist relief grants - help for artists - covid grants for artists READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED The Secret To Starting Your Media Company Jermaine Sain, owner of When We Speak TV, shares what he attributes to be the most valuable lesson he's learned about starting a media company.  Germless Hand Sanitizer Bronner Bros. wants to aid you in keeping you and your clients safe. Many beauty professionals are having difficulty finding hand sanitizer in their area. That's why Bronner Bros has used their decades of manufacturing experience to help this need.  Make your own shirt - Create and sell custom shirts online The two-hour documentary presents an in-depth look at the parallel lives of renowned singer Whitney Houston and her daughter Bobbi Kristina.  Both faced similar struggles and turned to drugs and alcohol for relief from the pressures of being in the spotlight, before leaving the earth in the same tragic way. In a candid look at the ups and downs of their personal stories, and a celebration of their lives, Whitney and Bobbi offers intimate conversations with the friends and family that were closest to them. Whitney & Bobbi is produced by Entertainment One and Creature Films for Lifetime. Executive producers include Tara Long, Shawna Foster, Madison Merritt, Mark Ford, Kevin Lopez from eOne and Creature Films and Brandi Burnside-Boyd. Brie Miranda Bryant and Gena McCarthy serve as executive producers for Lifetime. KEYWORDS bobbi krisina - bobby brown - lifetime documentary - documentary about whitney houston - whitney and bobbi - 2020 documentaries - lifetime movies - cissy houston - best documentaries about whitney houston - whitney & bobbi documentary - nick gordon - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED Julie Dexter Explores The Purpose of Life  ‘Salt-N-Pepa’ biopic on Lifetime  Actor/Singer Terrell Carter Shares His Unbelievably True Life Story in His New Book When We Speak TV was very familiar with Terrell Carter's career as a singer and his appearance in several Tyler Perry productions, but we had no idea that there was a more surprising personal life story.
Witness the energy of the Bronner Bros Hair Show. Get a behind the scene look at the Bronner Bros Fantasy Competition as legendary competitors of the industry battle it out. You can watch the full episode by searching Netflix for "We Are The Champions" and choosing episode 3.
KEYWORDS Bronner Brothers - Netflix - We Are The Champions - netflix docuseries - fantasy competition - behind the scenes at bronner bros hair show - hair competition - what to what on netflix - bronner bros international beauty show - james bronner - jermaine sain - When We Speak TV - best hair competition - we are the champions netflix READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED Mushiya Tshikuka formerly of We TV's Cutting It In the ATL wins the BB Icon Award. Following a seven year hiatus, the BB Icon Awards has returned. The legendary awards show pays homage to professional stylists, barbers, educators, influencers, and entrepreneurs with notable impact on the world of beauty and style.  Keke Palmer Shares Her Hair Story  Rhonda Ross (daughter of Diana Ross) speaks with When We Speak TV We had so much fun speaking with Rhonda Ross and she was super cool and down to earth! We feel so blessed for this opportunity and hope that this interview inspires you!!!!
Central City Productions is pleased to return with the 5th Annual Black Music Honors, acknowledging legendary artists and institutions who have made a significant contribution to African American music, such as En Vogue, Fred Hammond, Deborah Cox, and the National Museum of African American Music. Hosted by funnyman, Rickey Smiley, this special is dedicated to first responder and essential workers. Airing November 21, 2020 through December 13, 2020. With scheduled performances by Musiq Soulchild, Tweet, June's Diary, Marvin Sapp, Raheem Devaughn, Major., Brian Courtney Wilson, RL, D Smoke and Sheléa! With a special tribute to Bill Withers. AIRS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2020 AT 12PM EST ON BOUNCEKEYWORDS Black Music Honors - Envogue - Central City Productions - Marvin Sapp - Fred Hammond - Rickey Smiley - Major. - Musiq soulchild - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV - D Smoke - Bounce TV - Museum of African American Music - Deborah Cox - national museum of african american music - red carpet - awards show READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED Red Carpet Interviews at Black Music Honors When We Speak TV speaks with various attendees of Black Music Honors  Gospel singer, Yolanda Adams, shares a message of encouragement to Jermaine Sain and When We Speak TV!!! 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.  Singer Major. Salutes When We Speak TV News Source: OCA AtlantaThe Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) announces the recipients for the 2020-2021 Contracts for Arts Services (CAS) awards. Each year, CAS awards general operating and project support to non-profit arts and community organizations, as well as project support to individual artists based and producing work in the City of Atlanta. The program, initiated in 1982 to support Atlanta’s thriving arts community, awards annual contracts related to the production, creation, presentation, exhibition, and managerial support of artistic and cultural services in the City of Atlanta. “In the last ten years, the City of Atlanta has increased the annual investment in the individuals and organizations that work each day to improve the quality of life in our city through the arts,” said Camille Russell Love, Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs.  “We are extremely pleased with both the quality and breadth of arts programs and projects we’ll be helping to put on throughout the City of Atlanta as a result of this highly competitive process.” During the fiscal year 2021, the City of Atlanta, through the Contracts for Arts Services program, will provide municipal support for the arts totaling over $1.7 million to 13 individual artists, 76 arts organizations, and 14 community and neighborhood organizations in the city of Atlanta. MORE ABOUT CONTRACTS FOR ARTS SERVICESThe Contracts for Arts Services (CAS) program is the City of Atlanta’s means of granting public funding to the arts. CAS awards contracts related to the production, creation, presentation, exhibition and management of artistic and cultural services in the city of Atlanta. The program recognizes that the presence of artists and non-profit organizations involved in the arts are critical to Atlanta’s cultural vitality. (READ MORE HERE) KEYWORDS Atlanta Public Art - Atlanta - Atlanta Community Art - Atlanta Beltline - arts organizations in atlanta - office of cultural affairs grants - atlanta office of cultural affairs - atlanta beltline art - art in atlanta - jermaine sain - when we speak tv - art walls in atlanta - arts services - public art - public arts program READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED Learning Jazz Piano with Joe Alterman  Julie Dexter Explores The Purpose of Life  Make Your Event A Reality Meet Ziggy Warfield, Event Director and Creator of Jazz In the Alley
The Black American Music Association (BAM) and the Georgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC) has announced the formation of the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame (WOF) which will be installed in downtown Atlanta starting in January 2021.  The WOF will reside on the sidewalks of Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive and Northside Drive, 1 AMB Drive, NW, Atlanta, GA 30313. KEYWORDS Walk of Fame - Martin Luther King Jr - Black American Musicians - black music - Black American Music Association - Georgia Entertainment Caucus - Atlanta - Black Music Walk of Fame - walk of fame - atlanta music - african americans - Catherine Brewton - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV - Martin Luther King Jr Drive - historic Atlanta - music in atlanta - black musicians READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC IS COMING TO NASHVILLE! The National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) President and CEO H. Beecher Hicks III and Mayor David Briley signed lease that officially gives the museum control over the space the museum will occupy at Fifth and Broadway.  Rhonda Ross (daughter of Diana Ross) speaks with When We Speak TV We had so much fun speaking with Rhonda Ross and she was super cool and down to earth! We feel so blessed for this opportunity and hope that this interview inspires you!!!!  Gospel singer, Yolanda Adams, shares a message of encouragement to Jermaine Sain and When We Speak TV!!! During the Black Music Honors, Yolanda Adams was presented the Gospel Music Icon Award and received a beautiful musical tribute from Jekayln Carr, Kelly Price, and Le'Andria Johnson. We had the pleasure of speaking with Yolanda Adams, during the red carpet event.
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