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TV ONE ANNOUNCES NEW DOCU-SERIES FATAL ATTRACTION TO PREMIERE MONDAY, JUNE 3, 2013 AT 9:00 PM ET

jsolomon — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:01:30 +0000

TV ONE ANNOUNCES NEW DOCU-SERIES FATAL ATTRACTION TO PREMIERE MONDAY, JUNE 3, 2013 AT 9:00 PM ET

New Original Docu-Series narrated by award-winning actress Lynn Whitfield

SILVER SPRING, MD, May 13, 2013 – TV One adds another entry to its collection of popular docu-series when Fatal Attraction premieres Monday, June 3, 9PM/ET. Narrated by award-winning actress Lynn Whitfield, the series explores the devastating consequences when all-consuming romantic passion erupts with such intensity that ordinary people commit unthinkable and criminal acts in the name of love.

Driven by powerful real-life stories, Fatal Attraction weaves together intimate first person interviews, evocative cinematography, and exclusive interrogation footage. Each episode opens with a shocking crime and then flashes back through reenactments to the beginning of the incident providing viewers a glimpse into the dark heart of a dangerous romance.”

“We’ve enjoyed strong viewer response to our roster of docu-series and we believe Fatal Attraction will continue to captivate that viewer interest,” remarked Tia Smith, executive in charge of production for TV One. “Given the propensity of love-gone-wrong stories in today’s news cycle, the series taps into an unfortunate, but timely trend, illustrating the power of misguided passion.”

From the makers of Snapped, TV One’s newest docu-series Fatal Attraction is produced by Jupiter Entertainment. Credits from Jupiter Entertainment include co-executive producer, Todd Moss and executive in charge of production, Harrison Land. Kaye Zusmann serves as executive producer and executive in charge of production for TV One is Tia Smith.

Launched in January 2004, TV One (www.tvone.tv) serves more than 57 million households, offering a broad range of real-life and entertainment-focused original programming, classic series, movies, and music designed to entertain, inform and inspire a diverse audience of adult African American viewers. In December 2008, the company launched TV One High Def, which now serves 14 million households. TV One is owned by Radio One [NASDAQ: ROIA and ROIAK; www.radio-one.com], the largest radio company that primarily targets African American and urban listeners; and Comcast Corporation [NASDAQ: CMCSA, CMCSK); www.comcast.com,] one of the nation’s leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services

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Monica Neal/TV One/301-755-2830
Lisa Lugassy/The Lippin Group (NY)/212-986-7080
Lindsay Lopez/The Lippin Group (LA)/323-965-1990

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TV ONE ANNOUNCES DATE FOR VERIZON’S HOW SWEET THE SOUND ROAD TO GOSPEL GREATNESS: THE FINALE

jsolomon — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:18:27 +0000

TV ONE ANNOUNCES DATE FOR

VERIZON’S HOW SWEET THE SOUND ROAD TO GOSPEL GREATNESS: THE FINALE

Special Episode Airs Sunday, March 31 at 10 PM/ET hosted by R&B and gospel superstar

Michelle Williams

SILVER SPRING, MD, March 27, 2013 ― TV One, which entertains, informs and inspires Black adult viewers, announced today its plans to air the Verizon’s How Sweet The Sound Road to Gospel Greatness: The Finale hosted by R&B and gospel music superstar Michelle Williams on Sunday, March 31, at 10 PM/ET.

Verizon’s How Sweet the Sound is the country’s most prestigious gospel music experience, providing choirs from across the country a platform to showcase their musical talent. The one-hour television special will feature performances by each of the regional finalists as well as the announcement of the grand prize winner. The choirs were judged based on their winning performances at the regional shows by a distinguished panel of judges in the gospel music community that included CeCe Winans, Erica Campbell of Mary Mary, Fred Hammond, Hezekiah Walker and James Robinson from Light Records. During the program, the public will have an opportunity to text their votes to select the winner of the Verizon People’s Choice Award.

“TV One is pleased to partner with Momentum Entertainment Group in bringing the How Sweet the Sound finale to the TV One audience,” remarked Alfred Liggins, President and CEO Radio One and TV One. “This entertaining and soul-stirring program is an excellent addition to our lineup of originals and specials celebrating the Black experience.”

“The music, talent and the energy in this season of How Sweet the Sound exceeded all our expectations,” said Laura Laughlin, General Manager Momentum Entertainment Group. “We are extremely thrilled to partner with TV One to deliver the finale, a true celebration of gospel music, to a larger audience and into so many homes.”

About TV One:

Launched in January 2004, TV One (www.tvone.tv) serves more than 57.3 million households, offering a broad range of real-life and entertainment-focused original programming, classic series, movies, and music designed to entertain, inform and inspire a diverse audience of adult Black viewers. In December 2008, the company launched TV One High Def, which now serves 14 million households. TV One is owned by Radio One [NASDAQ: ROIA and ROIAK; www.radio-one.com], the largest radio company that primarily targets Black and urban listeners; and Comcast Corporation [NASDAQ: CMCSA, CMCSK); www.comcast.com], one of the nation’s leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services.

About Momentum Entertainment Group:

Momentum Entertainment Group (MEG), the entertainment unit of Momentum Worldwide, has forged extensive ties with Hollywood creative communities to become the driving force behind high quality content and productions, aligning talent, brands and ideas with distributors to create world-class entertainment properties. MEG opened its doors in June 2011 and hit the ground running with projects in production and development across scripted, drama and comedy as well as digital content and alternative programming, MEG is part of the Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE:IPG) – one of the world’s largest global providers of advertising and marketing services – and taps the network’s connections with marketers, media and audiences to explore and invent new models to produce premium, multi-platform, original content. MEG currently has offices in Hollywood, New York, New Orleans and London.

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Monica Neal/TV One/301-755-2830

Lisa Lugassy/The Lippin Group (NY)/212-986-7080

Lindsay Lopez/The Lippin Group (LA)/323-965-1990

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TV ONE TO PREMIERE TRUMPET AWARDS HONORING AFRICAN AMERICAN ACHIEVEMENT EASTER SUNDAY, MARCH 31 AT 8 PM ET

jsolomon — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:12:43 +0000

TV ONE TO PREMIERE TRUMPET AWARDS HONORING AFRICAN AMERICAN ACHIEVEMENT EASTER SUNDAY, MARCH 31 AT 8 PM ET

–21^st annual awards show hosted by Rickey Smiley and Essence Atkins, with honorees including Chaka Khan, Charlie Wilson, Debra Martin-Chase, Alonzo and Tracy Mourning, Edward Welburn Jr., Mayor Kasim Reed and Michael McMillan –

–Musical performances include Fantasia, Anthony Hamilton, Luke James, Avant, Tamela Mann, Linda Herring, Jennifer Herring, Jennifer Holliday and TV One’s R&B Divas Keke Wyatt, Nicci Gilbert-Daniels, Syleena Johnson, LaTocha Scott and Monifah –

March, 26, 2013, Silver Spring, MD – TV One will premiere the 21^st Annual Trumpet Awards, hosted by TV and Radio One personality Rickey Smiley and acclaimed actress Essence Atkins on Easter Sunday, March 31, 8PM/ET, with an encore presentation at 11 PM/ET.

2013 Trumpet Award Honorees:

Chaka Khan – Legend Award
Charlie Wilson – Lifetime Achievement Award
Michael McMillan – Community Service Award
Alonzo and Tracy Mourning – Humanitarian Award
Debra Martin-Chase – Entertainment Award
Edward Welburn, Jr. – Corporate Award
Mayor Kasim Reed – Public Service Award

Presenters for the 21^st Annual Trumpet Awards include Eva Marcille, Derek Luke, Dr. Steve Perry, Tika Sumpter, Patrick Ewing, Dikembe Mutombo, Roland S. Martin, Jason Cooper, Ambassador Andrew Young, Isha Sesay, Ryan Smith, Tom Joyner, and Verdine White. Performances provided by an award-winning lineup including Charlie Wilson, Fantasia, Avant, Tamela Mann, Anthony Hamilton, Linda Herring, Luke James, Jennifer Holliday and TV One’s R&B Divas Keke Wyatt, Nicci Gilbert-Daniels, Syleena Johnson, LaTocha Scott and Monifah.

The Trumpet Awards were created in 1993 to honor African-American achievement in diverse fields such as law, religion, politics, public service, sports and entertainment. The annual Trumpet Awards acknowledges the accomplishments of men and women who have significantly contributed to enhancing the quality of life for all…individuals and/or groups who augment the richness of society by promoting the cause of justice and equality of all.

Originally presented by Turner Broadcasting and now managed by the Trumpet Awards Foundation, the Trumpet Awards honors people who are viewed not only for what they have individually achieved but also for the achievement they inspire in others. During the past 20 years, the Trumpet Awards have honored Muhammad Ali, Nelson Mandela, Henry “Hank” Aaron, Gordon Parks, Lena Horne, Dr. Benjamin Carson, Sen. Ed Brooke, and many others.

The Trumpet Awards are produced by Central City Productions for TV One. Executive producers are Xernona Clayton and Don Jackson. Executive in charge of production for TV One is Craig Henry.

To learn more about this special awards ceremony honoring Black achievement, and the founder of the Trumpet Foundation, Xernona Clayton, visit www.trumpetfoundation.org.

About TV One:

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Media Contacts:

Monica Neal/TV One/301-755-2830

Lisa Lugassy/The Lippin Group (NY)/212-986-7080

Jennifer Price or Lindsay Lopez/The Lippin Group (LA)/323-965-1990

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TV ONE SETS SECOND SEASON PREMIERE OF R&B DIVAS ATLANTA

jsolomon — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:03:40 +0000

TV ONE SETS SECOND SEASON PREMIERE OF R&B DIVAS ATLANTA

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 10PM/ET

TV One Celebrates Second Season Premiere with “Destination Divas” Month Featuring

Two New Originals Specials

SILVER SPRING, MD, March, 25, 2013—TV One’s popular reality series R&B Divas Atlanta returns to the network for its second season premiere Wednesday, May 1, 10PM/ET. In celebration, TV One is branding the month of April “Destination Divas” and will pack the network’s schedule with a mix of new original specials, iconic movies and sitcoms plus encores of R&B Divas season one.

“R&B Divas Atlanta has quickly become one of the strongest performers in our originals portfolio,” remarked Maureen Guthman,” SVP Program Strategy and Acquisitions. “With Destination Divas, our goal is to extend the entertainment factor for our viewers with a month devoted to content reflecting Diva appeal as well as drive tune-in to the R&B Divas Atlanta second season premiere.”

Specials and airdates are as follows:

SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 9PM/ET:

R&B Divas Pre Party – Hosted by renowned comedic personality Joe Claire, the one-hour special will bring viewers up-to-date with current activities of the R&B Divas Atlanta cast and provide a preview of the upcoming season premiering Wednesday, May 1. Additionally, the hour will feature a collection of the most popular music videos from the current cast of R&B Divas Atlanta: Faith Evans, Nicci Gilbert-Daniels, Syleena Johnson, Monifah Carter, Keke Wyatt, and introduce its two newest members, LaTocha Scott and Angie Stone.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 8PM/ET:

Diana Ross: Live in Central Park – An encore presentation of the iconic performance that cemented Diana Ross’ status as a legend. In 1983, Diana made history when she took the stage in New York’s Central Park despite a relentless downpour. In one of music’s most memorable moments, Diana pushed on for much of the set, urging the drenched crowd to stay with her. Eventually the torrential storm put an end to the performance, but not before a promise to return the next day. True to her word, Diana performed the entire concert again on July 22nd for the people of New York.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 9PM/ET:

Top R&B Divas of All Time – A one hour special highlighting some of the most accomplished and beloved singers in R&B history. The program features a diverse, eclectic group of music, cultural and fashion pundits celebrating ten of the most impressive female vocalists and performers of our time with a fast-paced mix of memorable clips as well as commentary from members of the cast of TV One’s R&B Divas Atlanta and L.A. Profiled divas include Diana Ross, Chaka Kahn, Aretha Franklin, Janet Jackson, Patti LaBelle, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Beyoncé and Rihanna.

Launched in January 2004, TV One (www.tvone.tv) serves more than 57.3 million households, offering a broad range of real-life and entertainment-focused original programming, classic series, movies, and music designed to entertain, inform and inspire a diverse audience of adult Black viewers. In December 2008, the company launched TV One High Def, which now serves 14 million households. TV One is owned by Radio One [NASDAQ: ROIA and ROIAK; www.radio-one.com], the largest radio company that primarily targets African American and urban listeners; and Comcast Corporation [NASDAQ: CMCSA, CMCSK); www.comcast.com], one of the nation’s leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services.

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Media Contacts:

Monica Neal/TV One/301-755-2830

Lisa Lugassy/The Lippin Group (NY)/212-986-7080

Lindsay Lopez/The Lippin Group (LA)/323-965-1990

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TV ONE ORDERS MORE COMEDY WITH SECOND SEASON PICK UP OF HIT SITCOM THE RICKEY SMILEY SHOW

jsolomon — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:27:16 +0000

TV ONE ORDERS MORE COMEDY WITH SECOND SEASON PICK UP OF HIT SITCOM THE RICKEY SMILEY SHOW

SILVER SPRING, MD (March 18, 2013) – TV One, on the heels of a record-breaking 2012 summer launch, has announced a second season pick-up of its original hit sitcom The Rickey Smiley Show. The second season of The Rickey Smiley Show is scheduled to begin production in April with a 26-episode order and is slated to premiere in the summer of 2013.

“We couldn’t be more pleased with the positive reaction to The Rickey Smiley Show,” remarked Alfred Liggins, President and CEO, TV One. “The show’s humor and comedic performances have made it a weekly must watch and we’re thrilled to offer it as part of a dynamic slate of original programming that is clearly resonating with audiences.”

“I can’t even tell you how excited I am about the show’s upcoming second season. It’s going to be like nothing seen before,” commented Rickey Smiley. “We have so many wild plans for guests, characters, and new, crazy stories. Trust me, you have to see it. We are taking things to another level of funny. Everything will be MORE!”

The September 2012 premiere of The Rickey Smiley Show, which catapulted TV One to a network ratings high, garnered a 1.08 HH rating, delivering 621,000 homes and among P25-54, earned a .75 rating, delivering 468,000 viewers. The second original episode airing at 9:30pm improved on the premiere, garnering a 1.12 HH rating, delivering 642,000 homes and among 25-54, earned a .83 rating with a delivery of 515,000 viewers. Over the four telecasts of the premieres and encores, The Rickey Smiley Show had a P2+ gross average audience of nearly 2.3 million viewers.

The Rickey Smiley Show stars comedian and nationally syndicated radio personality Rickey Smiley. In the series loosely based on his life, Smiley plays a popular national radio personality who is a single father trying to balance his family life – including his ex-wife – and career in the spotlight. The half-hour multi-camera comedy also stars multi-platinum artist and actor Ray J as Kenny, Smiley’s morning show producer and protégé; J Anthony Brown as Rickey’s radio station manager Maurice, aka “Mo-Sweets” from his earlier rap career; veteran actress Roz Ryan as Aunt Sylvia; Jay Lewis as Rickey’s 18-year-old son Brandon; Ajiona Alexus as Smiley’s 16-year-old daughter De’Anna; Gabriel Burgess as his youngest son Aaron; Noree Victoria as his business manager Simone Renee Jackson; and Demetria McKinney as Rickey’s uber-career oriented ex-wife, Monica.

The series also features several celebrity guest stars and special appearances from many of the original characters Smiley has made famous on his radio show over the years, including Mrs. Bernice Jenkins, Lil’ Daryl, Minister Joe Willie and Beauford. The Rickey Smiley Show is produced for TV One by BobbCat Films. Executive producers include veteran television and film producer Roger Bobb (Tyler Perry’s “House of Payne” & “Meet the Browns”), series star Rickey Smiley, Yolanda Starks-White, and Ward White. Executive in charge of production for TV One is Tia Smith.

About Rickey Smiley:
With his unique blend of comedy and originality, Rickey Smiley is firmly established as a standout in his field. For over 20 years, funny man Rickey Smiley is known for making millions laugh. As a much loved comedian, television host, and top-rated nationally syndicated radio personality, Smiley has earned a reputation for delivering on and off stage. With the distinct ability to take everyday observations and turn them into comedic gold, Smiley is a standout in the entertainment world. Rickey Smiley is one of the few “clean” comics amongst the upper echelon of contemporary great comedians. His audiences are treated to an array of his original characters such as, “Mrs. Bernice Jenkins,” “Lil’ Daryl,” “Joe Willie,” and “Beauford.”

Rickey Smiley can be seen on various platforms, including his radio show, The Rickey Smiley Morning Show, his television shows, The Rickey Smiley Show and Dish Nation, and throughout the US as he performs his stand-up comedy shows. Over the years, he has made numerous television and movie appearances. He has released eight comedy CDs complied of hilarious prank phone calls, church announcements and parodies (see credits below). In addition to his comedy CD’s Smiley released his live concert special, “Open Casket Sharp,” that premiered on BET in the Fall of 2011 and debuted #1 on iTunes.

About TV One:
Launched in January 2004, TV One (www.tvone.tv) serves 57 million households, offering a broad range of real-life and entertainment-focused original programming, classic series, movies, and music designed to entertain, inform and inspire a diverse audience of adult Black viewers. In December 2008, the company launched TV One High Def, which now serves 14 million households. TV One is owned by Radio One [NASDAQ: ROIA and ROIAK; www.radio-one.com], the largest radio company that primarily targets Black and urban listeners; and Comcast Corporation [NASDAQ: CMCSA, CMCSK; www.comcast.com], one of the nation’s leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services.

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Media Contacts:
Monica Neal/TV One/301-755-2830
Lisa Lugassy/The Lippin Group (NY)/212-986-7080
Lakeitcha Thomas/The Lippin Group (LA)/323-965-1990

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TV ONE PRESENTS WORLD TELEVISION PREMIERE OF RUSS PARR’S THE UNDERSHEPHERD SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 8PM/ET

jsolomon — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:28:46 +0000

TV ONE PRESENTS WORLD TELEVISION PREMIERE OF

RUSS PARR’S THE UNDERSHEPHERD SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 8PM/ET

Isaiah Washington, Lamman Rucker and Malinda Williams lead all-star cast

SILVER SPRING, MD, March 14, 2013 – TV One presents the world television premiere of Russ Parr’s award-winning film The Undershepherd, starring Isaiah Washington (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Lamman Rucker (“Meet The Browns”), Malinda Williams (“Soul Food”), Elise Neal (“Belles,” The Hughleys”), Vanessa Bell Calloway (“Shameless”), Clifton Powell (“Ray”), Bill Cobb (“Go On”), Robinne Lee (“Hitch”), Keith David (“Belles,” “Cloud Atlas”) and Academy Award winner Louis Gossett, Jr. The thought-provoking film exploring the underbelly of power and corruption in the church premieres Saturday, March 30, 8PM/ET and Sunday, March 31, 5:30PM/ET exclusively on TV One.

Written, directed and executive produced by nationally syndicated radio personality and filmmaker Russ Parr, The Undershepherd tells the controversial tale of two ministers, who, although originally best friends and brothers in Christ, find their relationship tested by access to power, money and greed. Isaiah Washington stars in the role of Lawrence “LC” Case, an ambitious and charismatic minister overcome by greed and ego who uses the pulpit to further his own agenda and ultimately lead his congregation astray. LC’s best friend, Roland, starring Lamman Rucker, struggles to get his grassroots ministry off the ground and doesn’t enjoy the same level of success which generates controversy and conflict between the two men.

The Undershepherd made its national feature film debut in June 2012 and collected multiple cinematic awards along the way including winner of Best Narrative Feature, Best Director and Best Actress at the 2012 American Black Film Festival, 2012 Kansas City Film Festival Winner, 2012 Pan African Film Festival Featured Film, 2012 Motion Picture Association of American Featured Film and 2013 New Voice in Black Cinema Featured Film. The Undershepeherd is a Melee Entertainment and Uptoparr Production in association with Swirl Films. Russ Parr serves as Executive Producer, Writer and Director with Eric Tomosunas as producer.

ABOUT RUSS PARR:

Russ Parr’s career has evolved from a stand-up comedian to recording artist to a top-rated, nationally-syndicated radio host, heard weekdays by 3.2 million listeners in 25 cities across America and now….to independent filmmaker. Parr started with his own morning show on LA’s 1580 KDAY, the first 24-hour, all hip hop station in the country. While there, Parr launched his own independent record label, Rapsur Records. Eventually, Parr left Los Angeles for Dallas – taking over the morning show slot on 100.3 Jamz/ KJMZ-FM. While in Dallas, he created, wrote, and produced FLAVA TV, and starred in the show alongside his morning show sidekick, Afredas. Russ was later offered the position as morning show host at 93.9 WKYS in Washington, DC, which yielded the nationally-syndicated Russ Parr Morning Show which has been syndicated for over 14 years.With Uptoparr Productions, Inc. in conjunction with Swirl Films, Parr has written, produced and directed four other films including: The Last Stand (2006; Something Like a Business (2010); Love For Sale (2008) and 35 and Ticking (2011), currently airing on BET, TV One and Showtime and available on DVD.

ABOUT TV ONE:

Launched in January 2004, TV One (www.tvone.tv) serves more than 57.3 million households, offering a broad range of real-life and entertainment-focused original programming, classic series, movies, and music designed to entertain, inform and inspire a diverse audience of adult Black viewers. In December 2008, the company launched TV One High Def, which now serves 14 million households. TV One is owned by Radio One [NASDAQ: ROIA and ROIAK; www.radio-one.com], the largest radio company that primarily targets African American and urban listeners; and Comcast Corporation [NASDAQ: CMCSA, CMCSK); www.comcast.com], one of the nation’s leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services.

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Media Contacts:

Monica Neal/TV One/301-755-2830

Lisa Lugassy/The Lippin Group (NY)/212-986-7080

Lakeitcha Thomas/The Lippin Group (LA)/323-965-1990

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Radio One Launches Telemundo Affiliate in Indianapolis

jsolomon — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:38:44 +0000

IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Chuck Williams

(317) 266-9600

cwilliams@telemundoindy.com

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Radio One Launches Telemundo Affiliate in Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–On March 11, 2013, WDNI will become a Telemundo affiliate in Indianapolis and will be the only local Spanish-language broadcast station in the market. Telemundo Indy will broadcast on over-the-air channel 19 and will also be available to all subscribers of Comcast, Brighthouse and AT&T U-verse, giving the station full coverage of Indianapolis’ Hispanic population. WDNI TV-Channel 19, will offer Telemundo’s full line-up of high-quality original Spanish-language programming, including novelas, news, sports, entertainment, and specials, serving the market’s growing Hispanic community and offering advertisers a powerful new platform to reach this important demographic segment. “We are excited to bring Telemundo’s proven programming to Indy’s Spanish-speaking community which has experienced significant growth over the past several years. We plan to complement Telemundo’s national programming with locally produced content to deliver a truly relevant product to our viewers, and soon, locally produced news,” said Chuck Williams, General Manager of Telemundo Indy, a veteran broadcaster, who also serves as Vice President and Market Manager for Radio One’s four highly successful Indianapolis Radio stations (WNOU FM, WHHH FM, WTLC FM and WTLC AM). “This is the first time in six years that local advertising will be available in Spanish,” added Williams. “Telemundo is pleased to expand its footprint in the Indianapolis market and we are excited by WDNI’s plans to fully serve the emerging Hispanic community with local programming and community events to complement our strong line-up of programming,” said Ann Gaulke, Senior Vice President, Affiliate Relations, for the Telemundo Network. Telemundo Indy has already formed strong strategic partnerships with some key Hispanic individuals and organizations, including the Hispanic Business Council. A Community Advisory Board, comprised of Hispanic leaders in the education, health, immigration, and media fields, is being organized to help guide the station’s development in the areas of community outreach and local programming, and will provide the “voice of the customer,” especially critical during the station’s first year. To learn more about the growing Hispanic population in Indianapolis and how Telemundo Indy can help you successfully communicate with this vital consumer, please contact Chuck Williams at cwilliams@telemundoindy.com or Director of Sales, Ian Banks at ibanks@telemundoindy.com, or Program Director Dan McNeal atdmcneal@telemundoindy.com. Or, simply log onto www.telemundoindy.com.

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Radio One, Inc., together with its subsidiaries (http://www.radio-one.com/), is a diversified media company that primarily targets African-American and urban consumers. The Company is one of the nation’s largest radio broadcasting companies, currently owning and/or operating 54 broadcast stations located in 16 urban markets in the United States. Through its controlling interest in Reach Media, Inc. (http://www.blackamericaweb.com/), the Company also operates syndicated programming including the Tom Joyner Morning Show, the Russ Parr Morning Show, the Yolanda Adams Morning Show, the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, CoCo Brother Live, CoCo Brother’s “Spirit” program, Bishop T.D. Jakes’ “Empowering Moments”, and the Reverend Al Sharpton Show. Beyond its core radio broadcasting franchise, Radio One owns Interactive One (http://www.interactiveone.com/), an online platform serving the African-American community through social content, news, information, and entertainment. Interactive One operates a number of branded sites, including News One, UrbanDaily, HelloBeautiful and social networking websites, including BlackPlanet, MiGente, and Asian Avenue. In addition, the Company owns a controlling interest in TV One, LLC (http://www.tvoneonline.com/), a cable/satellite network programming primarily to African-Americans. IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chuck Williams Tuesday, March 5, 2013 (317) 266-9600  cwilliams@telemundoindy.com

Radio One Launches Telemundo Affiliate in Indianapolis

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TV ONE ANNOUNCES NEW DOCU-SERIES DECEIVED TO PREMIERE MONDAY, MARCH 25, 2013 AT 9:00 PM ET

jsolomon — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:43:40 +0000

TV ONE ANNOUNCES NEW DOCU-SERIES DECEIVED TO PREMIERE MONDAY, MARCH 25, 2013 AT 9:00 PM ET

SILVER SPRING, MD, February, 25, 2013—Taking a cue from recent headlines of love gone wrong, TV One delves into the lives of victims who have fallen prey to con artists, charlatans and thieves when new series Deceived, premieres Monday, March 25, 9PM/ET. Joining the network’s successful docu-series line-up, including Life After and Celebrity Crime Files, Deceived tells the real-life stories of men and women who have been betrayed by someone they trusted through the victims’ testimony, re-enactments, and interviews with close family members and friends.

“With so many unfortunate examples of romantic deception prevalent in today’s pop culture narrative, such as the recent Manti Te’o scenario, Deceived further illuminates the theme of emotional vulnerability falling prey to deceptive behavior,” commented Toni Judkins, Executive Vice President of Programming and Production. “Given our audience’s interest in docu-series storytelling, we are confident that Deceived will make a strong addition to TV One’s growing original programming lineup.”

Season one of Deceived will explore the following real-life tales of fraud and treachery:

Doctor of Deceit — a woman is deceived by a charming man posing as a doctor from Chicago.

False Profit — a pastor with an appealing real estate investment opportunity cons hundreds of churches out of money, revealing him as a man of greed, rather than a man of God.

Till Death Do us Part — a woman learns of her husband’s sinister plans to solve their marital troubles.

Badge of Dishonor – a man posing as a police officer brings corruption and villainy to an unsuspecting town.

Sweetheart Swindler – a smooth-talking lothario convinces a woman to sell her home and share all of her assets which soon begin to disappear.

Double Played — an athlete with star potential is conned by local sports agents with whom he placed his trust and money.

Thou Shall not Steal – a woman steals thousands of dollars from her local church and vanishes, leaving behind a family in search of answers.

Deceived is produced for TV One by Juma Entertainment. Executive producers from Juma Entertainment are Robert Horowitz and Lewis Fenton. Co-executive producer is Donna Wilson and executive in charge of production for Juma Entertainment is Melissa Calheno. TV One executive in charge of production is Craig Henry.

Launched in January 2004, TV One (www.tvone.tv)serves more than 57.3 million households, offering a broad range of real-life and entertainment-focused original programming, classic series, movies, and music designed to entertain, inform and inspire a diverse audience of adult Black viewers. In December 2008, the company launched TV One High Def, which now serves 14 million households. TV One is owned by Radio One [NASDAQ: ROIA and ROIAK; www.radio-one.com], the largest radio company that primarily targets African American and urban listeners; and Comcast Corporation [NASDAQ: CMCSA, CMCSK); www.comcast.com], one of the nation’s leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services.

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Media Contacts:

Monica Neal/TV One/301-755-2830

Lisa Lugassy/The Lippin Group (NY)/212-986-7080

Lakeitcha Thomas/The Lippin Group (LA)/323-965-1990

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TV ONE’S NEWEST REALITY SERIES R&B DIVAS: LA ANNOUNCES CAST

jsolomon — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:16:58 +0000

TV ONE HIT SERIES R&B DIVAS ANNOUNCES TWO NEW CAST MEMBERS

Season One of Network Franchise Begins Production in Los Angeles This Month

SILVER SPRING, MD, February 12, 2013 – The next chapter in TV One’s highly successful R&B Divas reality franchise unfolds with new series R&B Divas: LA. The series, following the lives and careers of Kelly Price, Chante Moore, Lil’ Mo, Claudette Ortiz, Michel’le and Dawn Robinson, will begin production this month in Los Angeles with an anticipated premiere on TV One in Q3 2013.

Over eight episodes, viewers and fans will follow these multitalented ladies as they seek to individually and collectively re-establish themselves in the pop culture limelight with new deals, new drama and new directions for their careers and their lives. Success is the only option for these six friends – but is there room at the top for them all?

KELLY PRICE

Kelly Price’s musical roots were planted in church, where she began singing in the children’s choir at age 2. Her double-Platinum debut album, Soul of a Woman, featuring the record-breaking single “Friend of Mine,” made history as the first to garner the #1 spot on the singles chart without an accompanying video, a rare feat during the era when music videos were the driving force of popular culture. Price returned to center stage three years later with the Platinum-plus seller “Mirror, Mirror,” led by her remake of the R&B classic “As We Lay,” and followed up with the Gold-selling holiday collection One Family: A Christmas Album. Three years after releasing Priceless, she returned to her roots to release the live gospel album This Is Whom I Am. The album included the uplifting single “Healing,” which reached the top of the gospel charts and was also recognized at the 2007 ASCAP Awards as one of the top five songs played across both R&B and gospel genres during 2006. She has collaborated with artists including Mariah Carey, George Michael, Elton John, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Faith Evans, Eric Clapton, Whitney Houston and James Brown. Additionally, Price has modeled for Lane Bryant and Ashley Stewart and taken her talents to the screen and stage with roles in the films Soul Food and Bringing Down the House and the plays Why Did I Get Married? and The Bible Experience. Her latest album, Kelly was released in 2011. In addition to focusing on conquering the music business, Price also is dedicated to her marriage to Jeffrey Rolle, who is also her manager, and their three children.

CHANTE MOORE

Music is in Chante Moore’s blood. Born the daughter of a minister, Moore grew up singing in church and went signed her first record deal at age 22 after she was discovered at a beauty pageant. Moore’s career has included several hit singles that have topped Billboard R&B and Pop charts, including ”Love’s Taken Over,” “It’s Alright,” “I’m What You Need” and ”Chante’s Got A Man.” Revered in the industry for her four-octave vocal range, the accomplished singer also has worked on numerous outside projects, including the single “One More Time” with Kenny G, “Your Home Is in My Heart” with Boyz II Men for the How Stella Got Her Groove Back movie soundtrack, and “Wey U” on the award-winning soundtrack for the film Waiting to Exhale. Moore has been nominated for multiple Soul Train Music Awards and NAACP Image Awards , and won the Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Single, Group, Band or Duo for the song “Contagious,” featuring The Isley Brothers. On the stage, Moore has appeared in Otis Sallid’s Gospel! Gospel! Gospel at the Wilshire Ebell Theater. Recently divorced, the mother of two is set to star on Broadway in the musical Gospel Soul Rock ‘n’ Roll and has an album set for release in 2013.

LIL’ MO

Cynthia Loving, a.k.a. Lil’ Mo, has made a name for herself as an R&B singer, radio personality, songwriter and record producer. The power of this self-appointed “Godmother of Hip-Hop and R&B” may take some by surprise; while many artists spin tales of their hard-knock childhoods, Lil’ Mo’s family was often called the “fake Cosbys.” A talented songwriter, Lil’ Mo secured a production deal with Flavahood Entertainment, and even before the ink on her contract was dry, Missy Elliott selected one of her tracks for the album Da Real World. Before long, Lil’ Mo’s list of writing and performance credits read like a “Who’s Who” of Hip-hop and R&B, including collaborations with heavy hitters like Fabolous, Jay-Z, Keith Sweat, Black Street and Lil Bow Wow. Lil’ Mo’s most notable collaborations include “Hot Boyz,” with Missy Elliott, “Put it on Me,” with Ja Rule, and “5 minutes,” with R&B Divas: LA co-star Kelly Price. After leaving the music business to focus on her family with husband and manager Phillip Bryant and her four children (ranging in age from 10 to 4 months), Lil’ Mo is ready to stage a comeback and prove to her kids that she is the greatest.

CLAUDETTE ORTIZ

Singer and former model Claudette Ortiz made a splash on the music scene as the lead singer of the popular R&B/Hip-hop group City High. The trio, best known for their 2001 Grammy®-nominated single “What Would You Do?“ disbanded in 2003. Ortiz and former City High member Ryan Toby are remembered not only for their music but also for their tumultuous marriage, which eventually ended in 2007. Ortiz launched her solo career and released her first single, “Can’t Get Enough,” which peaked at #89 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #37 on the U.S. R&B chart. Now, the single mother of three who once considered enlisting in the Air Force reserves to ensure her family’s financial stability is now back and focused on reviving her music career.

DAWN ROBINSON

Dawn Robinson made a name for herself in the music industry as the youngest member of female R&B vocal group En Vogue. Known for their hits “Free Your Mind,” “My Lovin’ (You’re Never Gonna Get It)” and “Hold On,” En Vogue won seven MTV Video Music Awards – more than any other female group in MTV history –along with four Soul Train Awards and six American Music Awards. They also garnered seven Grammy nominations. According to Billboard Magazine, En Vogue was the 18^th most successful act of the 1990s and one of the most popular and successful female groups of all time, with more than 2,800 accumulated weeks on various Billboard charts. After En Vogue disbanded, Robinson flipped the script and joined Raphael Saadiq (Toni, Tony Tone!) and Ali Shaheed Muhammed to release a one-off album under the group name Lucy Pearl. Their critically acclaimed, self-titled debut went Gold and yielded hit singles “Dance Tonight” and “Don’t Mess With My Man.” In 2002, Robinson married singer/songwriter Dre Allen and released her first solo effort, entitled Dawn. Robinson and Allen divorced in 2007. Now single, with a divorce and several hit records behind her, Robinson is focused on releasing a book, forming another girl group, “GLAMM,” and taking her artistry to the next level.

MICHEL’LE TOUSSAINT

Michel’le Toussaint, or simply Michel’le, is known for her high-pitched, mousy speaking voice —a great contrast to her strong vocals. The R&B singer got her start as the featured female vocalist on World Class Wreckin’ Cru’s 1987 single “Turn Off the Lights” and quickly signed to Eazy-E’s Ruthless Records. In 1989, she released her self-titled debut album that was produced entirely by then-boyfriend Dr. Dre. The album featured “No More Lies” and the hit singles “Nicety” and “Something in My Heart.” The couple had a son together but broke up shortly after Dr. Dre parted ways with Death Row Records, and in 1997, Michel’le agreed to marry Death Row Records CEO/Founder Suge Knight while he was serving a prison sentence for assault and battery. In 1998, she released her third solo effort, Hung Jury, on Death Records. She went on to marry Shug Knight in 1999, and the couple had one daughter together before divorcing in 2002. The singer’s last recording was the song “I Know Where I’m Going” on the Dysfunktional Family soundtrack in 2003. Now a single mother, Michel’le is working on reclaiming her place in music, writing a memoir and trying to make time to reenter the dating scene.

R&B Divas: LA is produced for TV One by Thinkfactory Media. Thinkfactory Media Executive Producers are Adam Reed, Adam Freeman, Aaron Fishman and Leslie Greif. Additional executive producers include Phil Thornton, Paul Coy Allen, Faith Evans and Nicci Gilbert-Daniels. Co-executive producer is Robyn Schneiders and executive in charge of production for TV One is Jubba Seyyid.

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TV ONE HIT SERIES R&B DIVAS ANNOUNCES TWO NEW CAST MEMBERS

jsolomon — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:42:58 +0000

TV ONE HIT SERIES R&B DIVAS ANNOUNCES TWO NEW CAST MEMBERS

Season Two Welcomes Grammy Nominee Angie Stone and former Xscape vocalist LaTocha Scott

SILVER SPRING, MD, January 31, 2013 – TV One’s most watched reality series R&B Divas adds two new cast members when its second season launches in Q2 2013. The popular TV One original welcomes Grammy nominee Angie Stone and former Xscape vocalist LaTocha Scott to the original cast including Faith Evans and Nicci Gilbert-Daniels, who also serve as executive producers, and Monifah Carter, Syleena Johnson and Keke Wyatt.

Angie Stone got her big break by joining Gwendolyn Chisolm and Cheryl Cook to complete the rap trio The Sequence. It was with that group that she recorded the hits “Funk You Up,” “I Don’t Need Your Love (Part One),” and “Funky Sound” for the record label Sugarhill. This soon led to her first commercial success “Seems You’re much Too Busy,” a dance track on Vertical Hold’s album that became an R&B Top 40 hit in 1993. Stone made her debut as a solo artist under Arista with her 1999 album Black Diamond before she moved to J-Records in 2001. It was here that she released the albums Mahogany Soul (2001) and Stone Love (2004). Angie’s first two albums went gold, and her 2004 record quickly climbed to number 14 on the charts, making it her biggest hit. More recently, Angie played the lead in the theatre tour Issues: We’ve Got Them All. She then appeared on the fourth season of VH1’s reality television show “Celebrity Fit Club.” In 2007 she released her fourth studio album, The Art of Love & War which became her first number one album on the R&B/Hip Hop charts. Diagnosed with diabetes in 1999, Stone began a diabetes awareness campaign in 2008 in conjunction with FACE (Fearless African Americans Connected and Empowered) at the Southside YMCA in Chicago. The campaign was launched to inspire behavioral changes in African Americans, who are disproportionately affected by diabetes.

LaTocha Scott is an original member of the 1990’s multi-platinum selling group Xscape. Comprised of sisters LaTocha and Tamika Scott, and band-mates Kandi Burruss and Tameka “Tiny” Cottle, Xscape helped to define the female R&B sound during one of R&B’s greatest musical decades. Since the group dissolved in the late 1990s, Scott has continued to develop as a songwriter. To date, her projects include “Who’s That Man” from the 1994 The Mask soundtrack and “Treated Like Her” by Chante Moore for 2000s Big Momma’s House. Scott co-wrote and was featured on “Thug Holiday” with Trick Daddy in 2002 which went Gold, featured on J-Shin’s single “One Night Stand” in 2003 and had the title track “ Liar Liar” for The Best Man in 1999. In 2012, LaTocha released “Complicated” featuring hip hop artist Wale. Currently, Scott is working on a book recounting her experiences with Xscape and a solo debut album. She has also launched the Golden Gyrl Foundation which focuses on developing and magnifying self-love and self-esteem among young women.

R&B Divas is produced for TV One by Thinkfactory Media. Thinkfactory Media Executive Producers are Adam Reed, Adam Freeman, Aaron Fishman and Leslie Greif. Additional executive producers include Phil Thornton, Paul Coy Allen, Faith Evans and Nicci Gilbert-Daniels. Co-executive producer is Donny Jackson and executive in charge of production for TV One is Jubba Seyyid.

Connect with R&B Divas: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/RandBDivasTVOne . Twitter: #RandBDivas. Show Theme Song “Lovin Me” and Faith Evans single “Tears of Joy” can be streamed here: [http://soundcloud.com/eone-music/r-b-divas-lovin-me-feat-faith]

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