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There is a disgustingly stale habit in hip-hop media that refuses to age out: grown men turning old access, private moments, and past ties with women held in high regard into fresh content. It is gossip dressed as candor. It is nostalgia used as leverage. And too often, it lands on women who built their…
Renowned producer, songwriter, and artist Deezle has been a powerhouse behind countless hits for years. Now, he is boldly stepping into the spotlight with fresh music and an expansive vision. In this compelling conversation, he passionately explores his growth, his purpose, and the exciting next chapter of his career. You’ve shaped major hits behind the…
Charlotte Jackson created The Curve Authority to challenge gaps in luxury fashion. In this conversation, she discusses representation, purchasing power, and why plus-size consumers remain overlooked. What inspired your transition from acting and singing into luxury fashion, and how did that journey lead to founding The Curve Authority? It wasn’t a direct transition. I stepped…
Independent R&B singer/songwriter Kendallislate returns with a new EP titled “Beautiful Pain,” now streaming on all major platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and Tidal. The eight-song project delves deeply into the complexities of intimate relationships, exploring themes such as love, passion, desire, and the pain of heartbreak with fan-favorites like the modern street ballad “Rolling…
Tammeca Rochester launched Harlem Cycle nearly a decade ago to provide fitness and address health needs in Harlem. She discusses how the studio fosters wellness, community, and empowerment. What inspired you to launch Harlem Cycle, and what community need were you trying to address? I started Harlem Cycle almost 10 years ago—we’re coming up on…
Comedian, writer, and actor Ali Siddiq has been celebrated as the new king of comedy, a title he earned through his remarkable talent and consistency, as highlighted by his feature on the cover of Urban Magazine. “I have been a fan of Ali Siddiq since his first Comedy Central special in 2016. At a time…
Leslie Short knows what it means to move through spaces where she stood alone—and to keep going anyway. In her memoir, Someone Has to Be The First, she reflects on a path shaped by persistence, hard choices, and moments that demanded she speak for herself when no one else would. In this conversation, Short shares…
One of the biggest factors when I usually review headphones and earbuds is the product’s ability to deliver loud bass. Hence, I am generally reluctant to buy, much less review, open-ear devices. I have been a long-time fan of Skullcandy products since the early 2000s. If there was one thing I could depend on, it’s…