Get the Scoop on Acclaimed Recording Artist Robbie Love Shining on The World Famous Times Square Billboard

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Robbie Love Lights Up
Times Square Billboard With
New Single
"When Love Comes Around"

New EP Just Robbie Celebrates
Soul, Legacy, Love, and Authentic Artistry

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NEW YORK, NY — The bright lights of Times Square are shining on acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, and recording artist Robbie Love as her heartfelt new single, “When Love Comes Around,” takes center stage on a digital billboard in the heart of New York City’s world-famous Times Square.

The billboard appearance marks a significant career milestone for Robbie Love as she celebrates the release of her new EP, Just Robbie, a deeply personal collection of music that honors her musical roots while showcasing her artistry, passion, and creative vision.

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Now streaming on all digital platforms, Just Robbie invites listeners worldwide to experience Robbie Love’s soulful vocals, heartfelt performances, and the musical influences that have shaped her journey.

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Known for her rich, expressive vocals and seamless blend of classic soul, contemporary R&B, jazz, and Neo-soul influences, Robbie Love continues to captivate audiences with music that is both timeless and heartfelt.

At the center of the project is the uplifting single, “When Love Comes Around,” a song celebrating love, gratitude, peace, and the transformative power of meaningful relationships.

“This Times Square billboard is truly an honor,” says Robbie Love. “To see my music represented in one of the most recognizable places in the world is both humbling and exciting. I am grateful for everyone who has supported this journey and for the opportunity to share these songs with listeners everywhere.”

The EP features three original songs, “When Love Comes Around,” “We Believe,” and “Music Mama and Me,” along with a reimagined version of Wayne Shorter’s classic “Infant Eyes.” The project comes to the finish line with the TV Mix of the single “When Love Comes Around.”

Featuring an extraordinary lineup of musicians, Just Robbie includes performances by guitarists Juewett Bostick and Gemi Taylor; bassists Welton Gite, Del Atkins, and Harvey Estrada; keyboardist Herman Jackson; drummers Jeff Suttles and Ronnie Kaufman; percussionists Eric McKane and Munyungo; acclaimed saxophonists Azar Lawrence and Gary Bartz; background vocalist Kari Taylor; and vocal production and arrangements by Laythan Armor.

Black Woman Launches Consulting Firm Helping Companies Compete in the Age of AI Through Empathy-Driven Leadership

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Shanell Pharr-Williams Launches Consulting Firm Helping Companies Compete in the Age of AI Through
Empathy-Driven Leadership

 TEDx speaker and former U.S. Army Sergeant Shanell Pharr-Williams has announced the launch of EMPAXIS, a Black-owned consulting firm designed to help organizations strengthen employee communication, reduce customer escalations, and improve performance by integrating empathy into the core of their leadership and service models.

Recognized as a national authority on empathy in customer service and workplace leadership, Pharr-Williams brings more than 30 years of military and corporate experience to her work. EMPAXIS equips leaders with the human-centered tools needed to outperform competitors in an era dominated by automation and AI-driven customer interactions.

Black Author Unveils Groundbreaking New Show "Say Yes When Life Says No"

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Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. Unveils Groundbreaking New Show "Say Yes When Life Says No"

Nationally respected leader, author, and visionary Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. announces the launch of his groundbreaking and timely new show, Say Yes When Life Says No — a powerful, truth-telling series amplifying real stories of transformation, adversity, and triumph.

At a moment when people across the country are confronting unprecedented personal and collective challenges, Say Yes When Life Says No offers a bold and necessary roadmap for overcoming obstacles, reclaiming mission, and choosing possibility—even in the face of life’s most unforgiving “no.”

Hosted by Dr. Soaries, the series features intimate, in-depth conversations with voices whose lived experiences and leadership define this moment, offering viewers lessons in resilience, clarity, and personal reinvention. Some confirmed guests for the premiere episodes include:

• Dr. Randal Pinkett — Business powerhouse, author, and winner of The Apprentice, who shares insights on excellence, discipline, and staying the course despite doubt or adversity.

• Donna Hylton — Criminal justice reform advocate and author whose powerful story of survival and healing continues to inspire millions.

• Jack Morris — Visionary developer, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, offering reflections on leadership, risk-taking, and building legacy from the ground up.

“We created Say Yes as more than a show — it’s an invitation,” said Dr. Soaries. “For years I’ve watched people wrestle with doubt, disappointment, and the feeling that life has said ‘no’ to them. I’ve had my own share of ‘no’s,’ especially with my cancer diagnosis. But I realized I had to move through that ‘no’ and find my ‘yes.’ This platform gives us a chance to remind people that mission is possible, healing is possible, and hope is possible. Say Yes is about helping people unlock the strength, clarity, and faith they already possess.”

Get The Scoop On The 2026 Minority Enterprise Development Month for the New York Metropolitan Area

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ICYMI: LIAACC Nassau County Director Announces 2026 Minority Enterprise Development Month for the New York Metropolitan Area

Month-Long Initiative Will Celebrate Minority-Owned Businesses, Economic Empowerment, Innovation, Leadership, and Regional Opportunity

GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK — In case you missed it, Ann Dumay, Nassau County Director of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (LIAACC), has announced the chamber’s 2026 Minority Enterprise Development Month initiative for minority entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, corporations, government agencies, and business-support organizations throughout the New York metropolitan area.

The 2026 celebration will recognize the accomplishments, resilience, innovation, and economic contributions of minority-owned businesses across Nassau County, Suffolk County, New York City, and the surrounding region.

This year’s theme is: “Building Legacy, Expanding Opportunity, and Advancing Minority Enterprise”

Minority Enterprise Development Month will feature business education, networking, recognition programs, access-to-capital discussions, procurement information, leadership development, technical assistance, and opportunities for entrepreneurs to connect with corporate, government, nonprofit, and community partners.

ST and Tonya Sirleaf Turn Trials into Triumphs Through Faith and Love

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Meet the Black Couple Turning Trials into Triumphs Through Faith and Love

ST and Tonya Sirleaf are proof that love guided by faith can weather any storm. Their story isn’t about perfection—it’s about choosing God in the midst of life’s challenges, turning hardships into stepping stones for growth, connection, and purpose.

Where others seek quick fixes, ST and Tonya embrace surrender. Where many wait for change, they invite God to begin transformation from within. Their simple yet profound message resonates with anyone seeking meaning and connection in today’s fast-paced world: