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  • Encore Ghostbusters & The Family Business's Ernie Hudson is WHAT'S HOT!

    Encore Ghostbusters & The Family Business's Ernie Hudson is WHAT'S HOT!
    Jul 12 2024
    Ernie Hudson chats about his stellar career and being on the Netflix series GRACE AND FRANKIE, where he recurs as “Jacob” and also appears on the Epix series GRAVES, opposite Nick Nolte as well as appearing in Columbia Pictures new feature GHOSTBUSTERS. Ernie stars and is the Executive Producer on The Family Business, for BET.
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  • Encore TV & Film Icon Phylicia Rashad visits WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica

    Encore TV & Film Icon Phylicia Rashad visits WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica
    Jul 5 2024
    An accomplished actor and stage director, Phylicia Rashad became a household name when she portrayed Claire Huxtable on The Cosby Show, a character whose enduring appeal has earned her numerous honors and awards for over two decades. She has appeared as Carol on NBC’s This Is Us (2019 and 2020 Emmy nominations), Diana Dubois on the popular Fox TV series Empire, and as Dr. Woods-Trap in Tarrell Alvin McCraney's Peabody Award-winning series David Makes Man, on the OWN Network.
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  • Encore Godfather of Hip-Hop Fashion Dapper Dan joins G. Keith Alexander

    Encore Godfather of Hip-Hop Fashion Dapper Dan joins G. Keith Alexander
    Jun 28 2024
    Dapper Dan the King of Hip-Hop fashion has partnered with The Gap to create a premium hoodie. Dapper Dan was the pioneer of high-end streetwear in the 1980s, remixing classic luxury-brand logos into his own innovative, glamorous designs. -- Dapper Dan Made in Harlem Dapper Dan has quite a story to tell and it's all in his book. However, I got him to reveal some highlights and juicy nuggets with great enthusiasm. You'll learn about Harlem, his early lifestyle, and his customer base.
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  • Encore The Kara Young Effect: Broadway & Beyond

    Encore The Kara Young Effect: Broadway & Beyond
    Jun 21 2024
    On WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander, we're turning up the heat with the sensational Kara Young, fresh off her electrifying run in Purlie Victorious on Broadway! Join us as Kara dives into her journey from making a smashing Broadway debut in Lynn Nottage’s Clyde’s, to capturing hearts and critical acclaim with not one, but two Tony and Drama Desk nominations. We'll explore her award-winning performances, from the Obie Award-winning portrayal in Twelfth Night to her latest triumph on the stage. Plus, get the inside scoop on Kara's transition to the screen, including her upcoming role in the buzzed-about Amazon series, I’m a Virgo, and her memorable performances in HBO Max’s The Staircase and Netflix's The Punisher. Don’t miss this exclusive chat with one of Broadway’s brightest stars, only on WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander. It's an episode brimming with inspiration, insight, and a peek into the future of a rising star. Tune in, and feel the heat of the spotlight with Kara Young!
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  • Encore The Apollo's Visionary: A Conversation with Kamilah Forbes

    Encore The Apollo's Visionary: A Conversation with Kamilah Forbes
    Jun 14 2024
    In this episode of WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander, we spotlight Kamilah Forbes, the dynamic Executive Producer of the Apollo Theater. Delving into her journey from hip-hop theater to leading the Apollo, Forbes shares insights on her renowned projects like Between the World and Me. This episode offers a unique look at how she's shaping the future of arts and culture at one of the most iconic theaters in the world.
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  • Ray Chew: A Lifetime of Musical Excellence

    Ray Chew: A Lifetime of Musical Excellence
    Jun 7 2024
    In this exciting episode of WHAT’S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander, we shine the spotlight on the legendary Ray Chew. Ray is an illustrious music director, producer, and composer who began his remarkable journey at the prestigious Juilliard School at the tender age of six. He quickly ascended to prominence, becoming the music director for Ashford & Simpson at just 19. Ray has collaborated with music icons like Diana Ross, Luther Vandross, and Quincy Jones, and directed music for top shows including American Idol and Dancing with the Stars. Tune in as we delve into Ray's incredible career, his contributions to the music industry, and his latest projects. Discover the magic behind his music, the secrets to his success, and why he remains one of the most sought-after music directors in the world. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ray Chew as we explore his journey from a Juilliard prodigy to an iconic figure in music.
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  • Encore Black Music Month Co-Creator Dyana Williams is WHAT'S HOT! Guest

    Encore Black Music Month Co-Creator Dyana Williams is WHAT'S HOT! Guest
    May 31 2024
    Hey music lovers! Ready to hear some amazing stories from behind the scenes of the industry? Well, we've got a surprise for you - the force behind Black Music Month, Dyana Williams herself, is joining us for a chat! She's overcome challenges and created a platform that celebrates black musicians, and we can't wait to hear about it all. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get up close and personal with a legend who has left an indelible mark on the industry and inspired countless others along the way. Don't miss it!
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  • Encore Ahmaya Knoelle Higginson, Mama, I Want To Sing's Biggest Star

    Encore Ahmaya Knoelle Higginson, Mama, I Want To Sing's Biggest Star
    May 24 2024
    Ahmaya Knoelle Higginson, award-winning teaching artist, and global performer serves as Co-Founder and Artistic Director at the acclaimed music and art institution in Harlem USA, The Mama Foundation for The Arts, home of the Longest Black Off-Broadway Theater Musical in the history of American Theater. Mama, I Want To Sing! After attending The Manhattan School of Music for Jazz Vocal Studies and graduating from the American Musical And Dramatic Academy (AMDA) for Musical Theater studies, Ahmaya traveled singing on world stages in various productions including Porgy and Bess and starring in Mama I Want To Sing! Amaya and her mother Vy Higginsen, creator of the musical Mama I Want To Sing!, came back to their home village of Harlem where their family has lived for over 100 years. They built a 501(c) 3) Non-Profit music and arts institution passing on their knowledge and history of the music and theater industry, building curriculums that have now served thousands of youth and adults with free music and performance education for the past 20 years. With the continued mission to preserve African American music as an “art form” through the next generation, Ahmaya gathered students from her Harlem institution and founded the award-winning “Sing Harlem” a commercial traveling ensemble and choir in which she currently serves as an Artistic and Musical Director. She has booked, curated, and musically directed opportunities for the group with SZA on Saturday Night Live (SNL) and the 60 Annual Grammy Awards. Twice with Chance The Rapper on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Ariana Grande- Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting, and more. Additionally, they have performance credits with Pharrell Williams, Alesia Cara, Lykke Li, and Madonna, headlining Brooklyn’s AFROPUNK, Carnegie Hall, Metropolitan Museum of Art, the APOLLO theater, and Chicago’s Ravinia Festival. In 2021 new to the faculty at the conservatory of music at SUNY Purchase, Ahmaya currently serves as the Musical Director of the SUNY Purchase Soul Voices Course and Ensemble.
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