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Multi-hyphenate Lakithia Nicole discusses her new book, The Power of Partnering with God, reflecting on her ever-growing faith, physical and spiritual healing, and her journey to embracing her natural beauty. Your book, The Power of Partnering with God: Becoming Your Best Self, explores spirituality and wellness. Can you describe your morning routine and how it…
Teyana Taylor has returned with Escape Room, a short film and companion album that marks her first major project since stepping back from music in 2020. The film, produced through her company The Aunties, premiered this month with an Amazon Music livestream in Culver City before becoming available on Prime Video. Blending romance and noir-thriller…
UMI has unveiled her latest single and music video, “RIGHT WRONG,” the centerpiece track from her new album people stories, released today on Epic Records. The rising R&B artist showcases her hallmark vocal style on the song, layering smooth delivery over a restrained production that highlights both intimacy and clarity. “RIGHT WRONG” unfolds as a…
Singer Ledisi has released her take on “What a Difference a Day Made,” the classic song that earned Dinah Washington a Grammy Award in 1959. The release comes just ahead of what would have been Washington’s 101st birthday on Aug. 29. The track is part of Ledisi’s upcoming album For Dinah, which will be out…
Tiana Major9 is back with a new single after a two-year pause, stepping into familiar territory with a fresh perspective. The British R&B singer-songwriter has released “Shook One,” a reworking of Mobb Deep’s “Shook Ones Pt II.” The track blends her vocal style with the grit of the original, creating an R&B ballad rooted in…
Filmmaker/television producer Jai Harris talks about her storytelling process and her mission to amplify marginalized voices through powerful narratives on justice reform and underserved communities. What initially sparked your interest in pursuing a career in television and film production? My grandmother was my first inspiration. She came from New Mexico and was primarily Spanish-speaking –…
The Sai Summer Cookout will return Aug. 29-31, 2025, at Texas Southern University, bringing three days of music, food, and community programming. The event was created by actress and producer Marsai Martin and will be hosted by Scott Evans, Serena Page, and Zoie Fenty. “I’m so excited to bring Sai Summer Cookout to Texas Southern,”…
Rian Wyld talks about her creative process, industry challenges, and the personal losses that fuel her music. She also addresses her viral Timbaland feud and why being authentic will always come first. You’ve been building your name in the game. What inspired you to first pick up the mic and start rapping? I wrote my…