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The Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) gathered once again at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles last night for its fourth annual awards gala, celebrating stars and uplifting the Black community by honoring its most supportive figures. Hosted by entrepreneur and media personality Kenny Burns<\/strong>, the evening kicked off with DJ Mars<\/strong> spinning tracks in tribute to three Black artists who recently passed: Fatman Scoop<\/strong>, Tito Jackson<\/strong><\/a>, and Rich Homie Quan<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the event.<\/p>\n Each year, the BMAC gathers prominent figures in the music industry to honor artists and professionals who use their platforms for positive change. Established in 2020, the BMAC seeks to create a unified force for racial equity and justice within the music industry. By leveraging collective voices, BMAC aims to improve communities and drive systemic change, according to its website.<\/p>\n Presented by Live Nation, the BMAC Gala highlighted the organization\u2019s mentorship and income programs, continuing its mission to enact meaningful change both within the industry and beyond.<\/p>\n Usher<\/strong><\/a> was present to accept the Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award at the end of the evening, with Bobby Brown<\/strong> presenting the honor. \u201cWhen I was asked to present Usher with this incredible award, I didn\u2019t hesitate,\u201d Brown remarked. \u201cHe has impacted both the stage and the lives of so many around the world. I\u2019ve known Usher for a long time, and he\u2019s definitely deserving of this award.\u201d<\/p>\n While on his Past Future Present tour, Usher expressed gratitude to those who have supported his career and emphasized the importance of using one\u2019s platform for positive change. \u201cWhatever opportunity I have to shed light, to represent growth that can help others\u2014what is a dream without action? What is knowledge without action? God\u2019s word says in James 2:17, faith without action is dead.\u201d<\/p>\n Attorney Benjamin Crump<\/strong> presented the Clarence Avant Trailblazer Award to LL Cool J<\/strong><\/a>, who recently released his album The Force<\/em>. LL Cool J shared his motivation for creating new music, saying, \u201cI wanted to show future generations that our culture is not disposable. I just wanted to empower young kids and show them what\u2019s possible.\u201d<\/p>\n Other honorees included:<\/p>\nWhat Is the BMAC?<\/h2>\n
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