VH1’s Black Ink Crew Watch Party premieres Monday, February 14 at 10PM ET/PT

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VH1's popular franchise Black Ink Crew is set for an exciting return with new episodes of Black Ink Crew: New York on February 21 at 8 PM ET/PT, followed by Black Ink Crew: Compton at 9 PM ET/PT. The franchise will also host its first Watch Party on February 14 at 10 PM ET/PT, featuring fan-favorite cast members discussing memorable moments. Black Ink Crew continues to present drama and personal growth among its characters, which includes shop owner Ceaser and his team.

Positive

• The franchise maintains a strong following with new episodes boosting viewership potential.
• Engaging fan interaction through the Watch Party may enhance viewer loyalty.

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• Dependence on continued viewer engagement amidst industry competition may pose risks.
• Potential for declining viewership if storylines do not resonate with audiences.

It’s an East Coast-West Coast collaboration with all-new episodes of Black Ink Crew: New York February 21 at 8PM ET/PT followed by the season premiere of Black Ink Crew: Compton at 9PM ET/PT

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- VH1’s hit franchise Black Ink Crew will host its very first Watch Party Monday, February 14 at 10PM ET/PT. The special will bring together fan-favorites from the Black Ink Crew: New York squad, along with cameos from former cast members, for a fun and revealing gathering to discuss iconic show moments from every season of the hit series. As previously announced, Black Ink Crew: New York and Black Ink Crew: Compton is set to return with back-to-back season premieres on Monday, February 21 at 8PM ET/PT.

The Black Ink Crew: New York team returns to the Brooklyn flagship shop stronger and better than ever before. Shop owner and mogul Ceaser continues to elevate the Black Ink brand, while keeping the people closest to him from tearing it down.

Black Ink Crew: New York cast this season:

• Black Ink boss Ceaser brings the crew back to New York after their Atlanta residency to prove they are stronger together and to give back to the community. In his personal life, he decides that he cannot remain silent while his family drama unfolds in the media for the world to see.
• Ted invests in his craft as a musical artist and actor, leading him to consider a full-time move to Atlanta.
• The time Puma spent in Atlanta proves to be beneficial for himself and his family. The New York native is now forced to reevaluate his place of residence and quality of life.
• Having to witness and endure the hate against the Asian-American and Pacific Island community first-hand last season, Young Bae is even more committed to creating a better world for her son Niko.
• After struggling to maintain relationships with her co-workers, Tatti has implemented a new zen personality and settled into a leadership role within the shop, while also having to deal with some serious legal troubles.
• Alex wants to continue working with his Black Ink family but now that Donna is on the outs, he struggles with his future at the shop.

The Black Ink Crew: Compton team is back with bossman KP, as he strives to uplift his community and reclaim his place as leader of the crew. Later in the season, Katrina “Kat Tat” Jackson returns to the franchise for the first time in four years, being the first BIPOC woman to own a tattoo shop in Beverly Hills.

Black Ink Crew: Compton cast this season:

• InkArtMusic shop owner KP enters this new season with a clear vision for himself post pandemic shutdown and social unrest caused by systemic racism. He is determined to build on the opportunity that has been given to him and create a movement in the city through the art of tattooing by celebrating the talent, passion and rich culture of the community.
• Lemeir is set to open a second food truck business after the success of “Happy Ice” on Melrose, alongside welcoming a new member to his growing family with fiancée Danielle. As his personal life continues to grow, the love for tattooing has taken a back seat after a rocky start alongside KP and his IAM Compton shop.
• Nessie is back and her voice is stronger than ever. The past couple of years have given her time to focus on her craft and make a name for herself. Still possessing feelings from all of the drama that ensued with the crew right before lockdown, she has mixed feelings about returning to the shop.
• Ink Drippin’ has refocused his energy on his family and after a near death experience, he has put the pieces of himself back together and resorted to holistic healing.
• Shop receptionist and a long-time friend of bossman KP, Barbie is back to bring a whole lot of style, class and sass to the crew.
• Unlike any other artist on the IAM team, Vudu Dahl is a talent anomaly in the tattoo industry. When the IAM shop was put on hold, she took her talents elsewhere in the meantime.
• Alana returns this season with a whole new outlook. After moving to Arizona with her new boyfriend, a health scare causes her to move back home to LA and start her life over again.
• KP’s loyal and devoted cousin Tim is determined to take KP's dream for the shop to the next level as he lives and breathes the IAM Compton brand and will do anything to protect it.
• KP brings in Star to deal with the temperamental artists and to capitalize on the connections she has within LA and the tattoo industry.

Join the conversation using #BlackInkCrew and #BlackInkCompton and follow the official Black Ink Crew accounts on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok. Catch-up on the previous seasons of Black Ink Crew: New York and Black Ink Crew: Compton on their respective show pages along with the VH1 app.

Black Ink Crew: New York from MTV Entertainment Studios is executive produced by Daniel Blau Rogge, Phakiso Collins, Treiva Williams, Yessica Garcia, Melanie C Lodge and Anne Swan. Black Ink Crew: Compton from MTV Entertainment Studios is executive produced by Daniel Blau Rogge, Phakiso Collins, Treiva Williams, Maricarmen Lopez and Davis Reidpath.

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FAQ

What is the premiere date for Black Ink Crew: New York?

Black Ink Crew: New York premieres on February 21 at 8 PM ET/PT.

When will the Black Ink Crew: Compton season premiere?

Black Ink Crew: Compton will premiere on February 21 at 9 PM ET/PT.

What is the purpose of the Black Ink Crew Watch Party?

The Black Ink Crew Watch Party on February 14 at 10 PM ET/PT will feature cast members discussing iconic moments from the series.

Who is Ceaser in Black Ink Crew?

Ceaser is the shop owner of Black Ink Crew: New York and plays a significant role in the franchise.