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Interview: Anjelika Washington of Netflix’s Tall Girl
Anjelika Washington has played several memorable characters on television shows over the years including Shameless, Young Sheldon, and Runaways. With her recent role on Netflix’s Tall Girl, there’s no doubt that she will have a long and successful career. When did you first realize that you wanted to pursue a career in acting? I really…
Interview: Fashion Model Lakia Carpenter
While so many think modeling is posting half-naked photos on social media, Lakia Carpenter is putting in the work on a professional level every day. Follow her on Instagram @mzkia89 When did you start modeling professionally and what made you choose it as a career? I started Modeling in April 2018 as an Amani Allure…
A&R Report: Trav Torch – Putting the Heart Back in R&B
Trav Torch’s approach to music is reminiscent of the best in R&B, before the genre became so suffused with hip hop that little differed between the two. He’s definitely someone to watch for in 2020. When did you begin pursuing a career in music professionally? I started writing and recording rap music back in 2001…
Interview: Producer Hassan Shareef
In the entertainment industry, few are as accomplished as Hassan Shareef. Whether working as an A&R and producer for Sony, and Def Jam or supervising music for games, television and films including Training Day, he continues to contribute to the culture. You were a rapper when you first started your music career, what inspired you…
A&R Report: Banga Cyss
Hip Hop mixtape artist Banga Cyss breaks down his latest project and debut album, The Vibe. With so much talent, growth, and focus, it’s clear that this project is the beginning of something great. Tell us about the artistic direction of your latest project, The Vibe. I made The Vibe with intentions on making a…
Do We Deserve Summer Walker?
This weekend Summer Walker took to Instagram to let us know how she really feels – we don’t deserve her. We understand the pressure artists face when the norms of the business overwhelms them. Few things can prepare you to handle the things that come with success and labor to make it last. Dealing with…