About Matthew Allen

Matthew Allen is a Brooklyn-based TV producer, director and award-winning music journalist. He’s interviewed the likes of Quincy Jones, Jill Scott, Smokey Robinson and more for publications such as Ebony, Jet, The Root, Village Voice, Wax Poetics, Revive Music and Soulhead. His video work can be seen on PBS/All Arts, Brooklyn Free Speech TV and BRIC TV.

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2023 New York Film Critics Circle Awards
February 28, 2023
Palmer and her boyfriend, Darius Jackson, welcomed their first son, Leodis Andrellton Jackson, this month.
VH1 Divas Live: The One and Only Aretha Franklin
February 27, 2023
TheGrio looks back at the 25th anniversary of “A Rose is Still a Rose,” its impact, and the magical collaboration between Aretha Franklin and Lauryn Hill.
The 2023 Roots Picnic, the annual Philadelphia music fest, announced its dates and line-up, including headliners Lauryn Hill and Diddy.
For the 30th anniversary of 2Pac’s “Strictly For My N.I.G.G.A.Z.,” theGrio examines the contradicting themes of the album’s biggest singles.
Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show
February 12, 2023
The nine-time Grammy-winner treated fans to a medley of her hits and a baby bump reveal while performing on an elevated platform.
Show At MTV Europe Music Awards 2005
February 12, 2023
Trugoy the Dove, co-founding member of legendary rap trio De La Soul, has died at age 54, the group rep confirms.
To help veiwers prepare for Super Bowl LVII on Sunday, theGrio lists some things to watch out for during the big game.
65th GRAMMY Awards, 2023 Grammys 2023, theGrio.com
TheGrio highlights the five biggest performances at the 2023 Grammy Awards, including performances from Stevie Wonder and Lizzo.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Spoken Word, Grammys 2023, Grammys, poetry, theGrio.com
February 5, 2023
TheGrio spoke with actor-poet Malcolm-Jamal Warner about his Grammy nomination of his album, “Hiding in Plain View.”
Grammys thegrio.com
To get viewers prepared for the 2023 Grammy Awards on Sunday, theGrio lists some things to watch out for during the live telecast.
February 1, 2023
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced nominees for the Class of 2023, including Missy Elliott and A Tribe Called Quest.
January 27, 2023
TheGrio reviews “The Jump Off: Lil’ Kim and Friends” concert at the Apollo Theater, a part of Harlem Festival of Culture’s launch events.
“Hip-Hop: Conscious, Unconscious” photography exhibit helps celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop and its evolution over the years.
Z100's iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2021
January 25, 2023
Singer Chloe Bailey released a teaser video revealing that her solo debut album is titled “In Pieces” and will drop in March.
TheGrio counts down 10 of the most memorable Super Bowl halftime performances over the past three decades.
Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 4 Red Carpet theGrio.com
Rihanna releases a 30-second teaser trailer for her upcoming Super Bowl LVII Halftime performance on Feb. 12.
Frank Ocean thegrio.com
January 10, 2023
Frank Ocean, Bad Bunny and BLACKPINK will headline Coachella 2023 over two weekends this April in Indio, California.
Tuesday night’s 80th Golden Globe Awards will feature a Black host, Black presenters and have Black co-executive producers.
December 16, 2022
Famed musical director Raw Chew leads all-star cast of gospel stars for “A Night of Inspiration” at New York’s Carnegie Hall.
2022 Essence Festival Of Culture - Louisiana Superdome - Day 3
December 14, 2022
A New Edition tour announcement marks the R&B group’s return to the road in 2023; “The Legacy Tour” features Keith Sweat, Guy and Tank.