Hub City Now: Interview with Wendy Trice-Martin and Jennifer Brou

August 31, 2023

In this episode of "Hub City Now with Tyrone Tony Reed Jr.", the host interviews Wendy Trice Martin, president of the Society for African American Cultural Awareness (SAACA) and Jennifer Brou, SAACA's media specialist.

Trice Martin and Brou spoke about the organizations numerous events and projects: Juneteenth Freedom Day Festival, Harlem Nights Fund Raiser, Miss Jackson Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant, Kwanzaa and the 33rd Annual African Street Festival.

The African Street Festival, will be held Labor Day Weekend (Friday, Sept. 1 through Sunday, September 3) at T.R. White Sportsplex, 304 North Hays Avenue, in Jackson, Tenn.

There will be live entertainment featuring African dance and drummers, R&B, Neo-Soul, Reggae, Blues and Gospel music. There will also be artists, African Drum classes, children’s hut and activities, health screenings, food and merchandise vendors and much, much more!!!

For general information: 731-267-3212.

For vendor information: 731-616-0814.

For more information about the festival and SAACA, visit www.saaca.com and SAACA's official Facebook page, The Society for African American Cultural Awareness.

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Hub City Now: Interview with Wendy Trice-Martin and Jennifer Brou

Hub City Now: Interview with singer Kristian Duncan

October 19, 2020 Uncategorized

In this episode of "Hub City Now" host Tyrone Tony Reed Jr. interviewed singer Kristian Duncan.

Duncan spoke about his love of music and spreading his message of love and peace. He also spoke about overcoming depression and who helped him and loved him through it and about his new single “Success” and how the song came about to be because of that person.

Duncan also spoke working behind the music scene and gave advice to those who are thinking about or actively pursuing a career in music.

A portion of the sales of “Success”, which hit number 113 on the Apple iTunes USA R &B/Soul charts, will go to The Piney Woods School’s Woodsen Center, which is hosting a virtual fundraiser to support its scholarship fund. You can find out more at pineywoods.org.

To learn more about Duncan, visit: -Instagram: @kristian_1978 -Facebook: @kristian19782020 -Twitter: @kristian_197820 -Youtube: https://youtu.be/fSJ3333yNgc -Shazam: https://www.shazam.com/track/535283960/success -Spotify: http://bit.ly/HCNKristianDuncaninterview -Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/success-single/1529323886

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Hub City Now: Interview with The Ned Presents ‘Dreamgirls’ Cast: Ebony Taylor, Lonita McClellan-Dickerson, and Shamaiya Flagg

August 6, 2023

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In this episode of Hub City Now with Tyrone Tony Reed Jr., the host interviews the three leading actresses in The Ned's upcoming production of "Dreamgirls": Ebony Taylor (who is portraying Effie), Lonita McClellan-Dickerson (who is portraying Deena), and Shamaiya Flagg (who is portraying Lorrel).

This production of Dreamgirls is based off the book and lyrics by Tom Eyen, music by Henry Krieger, the original Broadway Production directed and choreographed by Michael Bennett and orchestrations by Harold Wheeler.

Dreamgirls is the first show in The Ned’s 2024-2025 season. Dreamgirls is directed by Monola Patterson, choreographed by Mona Lisa Lanier, and the music is directed by Dr. James Henning and Lewis Thompson, with Dr. Howard Ramsby consulting. Show dates and times are: Thursday, August 17 @ 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 18 @ 7:00 p.m., Saturday, August 19 @ 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 24 @ 7:00 p.m,, Friday, August 25 @ 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, August 26 @ 2:00 p.m.

Dreamgirls is a dynamic and thrilling musical that tells the story of a young girl group's rise to fame in the 1960s and 1970s. With electrifying performances, soulful music, and a captivating story, Dreamgirls is a must-see for anyone who loves musicals and the sounds of Motown. Get ready to be transported back in time and experience the heart and soul of the era that changed music forever.

The cast features over 30 Jackson locals who bring to life the various roles in the story, including the iconic Dreams – the trio inspired by the Supremes and originally portrayed on Broadway by Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jennife1r Holliday and Loretta Devine and in the film by Beyonce, Jennifer Hudson, and Anika Noni Rose. Adding to the evening is the 14-member orchestra that Dr. Henning will conduct. From performances to music, you don’t want to miss this show!

Taylor, McClellan-Dickerson and Flagg spoke about the musical, their past performances, why they tried out for Dreamgirls, what other part they would have liked to played, why this musical is important for the women who came before, present women and future women and more. They also gave a sneak peak at their amazing singing power!

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Hub City Now: Interview with Valarie Pascale

November 14, 2021 Uncategorized

In this episode of "Hub City Now with Tyrone Tony Reed Jr.," the host spoke with singer/songwriter and actress Valerie Pascale about her love of music, how her opera singer grandfather and her artist grandmother cultivated a love of arts and music inside her.

Valeria also speaks about growing up in Canada and moving to pursue her studies and following her dreams.

In one of the most emotional, inspiring and deepest interviews ever featured on Hub City Now, Valarie shares the obstacles and circumstances that she has had to fight in order to keep her dream alive and keep working towards the goals she has.

This interview isn’t just for those who want to be musical artist; it’s for anyone who has ever had a dream and felt discouraged or disappointed and felt like giving up. As Valerie shares her personal moments of doubt and wanting to give up, you see how she became encouraged and inspired to keep going even when hurt and through the tears.

Do not…I repeat…do not miss this interview Sunday morning.

Find out more about Valerie Pascale at on:

- Instagram at : @iam.valeriepascale

- Facebook at : Valerie Pascale

- Youtube Channel : Valerie Pascale

- Spotify/Itunes/-Apple Music/Amazon Music

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