Expanding Your Drums Beyond The Church

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!!!!!

Fulll List of Lifetime Christmas Movies to Watch In 2022

Get ready for the most joyful holiday season yet!

Lifetime announces its holiday movie slate for the network’s annual It’s a Wonderful Lifetime programming event, kicking off November 5th with new movies every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday all season long!

Lifetime is the place to be for holiday cheer, featuring your favorite talent both on the screen and behind the scenes! Melissa Joan Hart executive produces and directs her fourth Lifetime movie with Santa Bootcamp. Sarah Drew writes and executive produces Reindeer Games Homecoming. Kelsey Grammer, Mario Lopez, Jana Kramer, Brooke Elliott , Keshia Knight Pulliam, and Kirk Franklin all pull double duty this year by starring in and executive producing their films. Additionally, EGOT winner Whoopi Goldberg executive produces A New Orleans Noel and 7-time Grammy Award Winner, Toni Braxton, serves as executive producer on A Christmas Spark.

See the full movie list below: 

Lifetime Announces Full 2022 Slate for 'It's a Wonderful Lifetime'

'Finding Happy'- Watch the Original Bounce Series Today

Bounce, the popular broadcast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, will premiere its newest original series, “Finding Happy,” on Saturday, September 24, with the first two episodes airing back-to-back starting at 8 pm EDT.  

Centering around the Black female experience through the eyes of protagonist Yaz Carter, “Finding Happy” is a dramedy about the unfulfilled life of Yaz, beginning with her unhappy thirty-sixth birthday. The 10-episode debut season features Yaz’s loving-but-complicated family, her stagnant career in the evolving landscape of radio, and a merry-go-round of unrequited love while dating in the love desert of Atlanta. “Finding Happy” reveals over time that true happiness can only be found within.

Jason Lee of Hollywood Unlocked and the Decisions He's Made

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.

RHOA star, Marlo Hampton - 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 Lifetime's New Series, 'Flowers In The 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

Singer / Songwriter Tony Hightower Is On A Mission to Lure Young Generation Into Jazz

 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.

To purchase go to:  'Legacy' by Tony Hightower

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Meet Actor/Singer Tony Hightower from Tyler Perry's Madea On The Run and MORE!

​You've seen Tony Hightower in many Tyler Perry plays such as Madea Gets A Job, The Have and Have Nots, Madea On The Run, and others.

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

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!

The Black Music and Entertainment Inductee Ceremony - 2022 in Atlanta

 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

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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. 

Dru Hill Reunion at 2022 Black Music Honors

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.

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

 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

Jazz In The Alley Welcomes Dexter Tolson and Chaz Shepherd To The Stage on July 16, 2022

 Jazz In The Alley Welcomes Dexter Tolson & Chaz Shepherd 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.

Black Music Honors 2022: The Red Carpet

 Source:  2022 Black Music Honors Red Carpet Preview with Jermaine Sain

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

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.  

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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Kingdom Business on BET+

 From When We Speak TV

​YOLANDA ADAMS AND SERAYAH 
HEADLINE THE NEW BET+ SERIES “KINGDOM BUSINESS”
AVAILABLE MAY 19TH ON BET+

Michael Beach, Michael Jai White & Chaundre A. Hall-Broomfield Star As Series Regulars

"KINGDOM BUSINESS" also touts a stellar lineup of talented recurring guests stars, including Tamar Braxton as “Sasha”, La’Miya Good as “Essence,” Aspen Kennedy as “Zyan,” Kiandra Richardson as “C.J. Jordan-Walker,” Kajuana Shuford Marie as “Dani” and Sam Malone as “Dex.”

Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV Interviews Tyler Perry's Ruthless Cast

From When We Speak TV 

We have always heard that to be an actor, you have to be willing to let go of yourself to become a character....We had the opportunity to speak with the cast of Tyler Perry's Ruthless, to find out if the have ever experienced being that character in real life.  

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

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S RUTHLESS” 
AVAILABLE TO STREAM NOW ONLY BET+

Season 3 picks up with even more drama, jealousy, and deception as The Highest plans to grow the Rakudushis cult. While a growing number of his flock are trying to escape paradise, the FBI infiltrates the cult. Bodies begin to pile up in the pursuit of all of the deserters and agents are jeopardized. All the while, Ruth tries to gain power in the compound, with her number one mission being to get Marva out of power.

“Tyler Perry’s Ruthless” stars returning cast Melissa L. Williams, Matt Cedeño, Lenny D. Thomas, Baadja Lyne, Blue Kimble, Colin McCalla, Stevie Baggs, Jr., Alise Willis, Michelle Nuñez, and Samantha Thomas.

This season, new cast members joining the series, include Josh Adeyeye and Nadège Augu. The one-hour drama will drop three episodes on its premiere date, with new episodes launching every Thursday exclusively on BET+.

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

We had so much fun speaking with Rhonda Ross and she was so super cool and down to earth!  We feel so blessed for this opportunity and hope that this interview inspires you!!!! 

When We Speak TV attends the Southeast Emmys

When We Speak TV's own, Jermaine Sain and Chester Lawrence attended the Southeast Emmy Awards in Atlanta, Georgia

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.