Watch: Raptile & AngelLaCiencia in “METACIPLE SUPER HERO” Jake Crates October 30, 2021 – 1 min read Share this post AngelLaCiencia_Raptile Share this post Written by Jake Crates Jake Crates, Music journalist and industry consultant focused on talent discovery, artist development, and cultural storytelling. Comments Music Storyteller in Motion: How Lee Is Reviving Authentic Hip-Hop From The World Of An Independent Artist n a musical era where trends move fast and authenticity is often blurred by algorithms, Lee stands out as a voice rooted in truth. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, and now building his name in Charlotte, North Carolina, the independent artist blends Midwestern storytelling with southern flavor to craft By King O’muni Lens • 4 min read Music LL Lil: The Rising Voice of Virginia Turning Trauma Into Art LL Lil isn’t just another melodic rapper entering the scene — he’s an artist shaped by pressure, sharpened by life, and driven by the belief that his story deserves a global stage. With his upcoming project Trauma on the way, he’s stepping into a new chapter that blends By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read IMG_0731 Music Alvin Garrett: Crafting a Renaissance of Love in R&B When Alvin Garrett speaks about music, his words flow with the same warmth and soul that fill his songs—unhurried, intentional, and rooted in love. The Grammy-nominated songwriter, producer, and artist has carved out a rare lane in today’s musical landscape: one that centers emotional honesty, human connection, and By Datrick Davis • 3 min read After Countless Losses in Court, Diddy Finds His First Win on Zeus The day after Christmas, it was announced that Justin and Christian Combs would be partnering with Zeus to release a documentary centered on their personal experience navigating the public fallout surrounding their father, Sean “Diddy” Combs. Not long after that announcement, it also became public that Justin spent part of By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read Matthew Lawrence and Chilli (1/3 of trio TLC) When Love Isn’t a Competition: Chilli and Matthew Lawrence Offer Honesty in Second Chance Love Spending time in Sardinia, Italy alongside Chilli and Matthew Lawrence as part of their internal team while they filmed Second Chance Love was an unexpected gift for me. It felt especially meaningful because I’ve always considered myself a hopeful romantic, even in seasons when love feels complicated, delayed, or By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read BeBe Winans Surprises Fans with Breathtaking Video Release of Forthcoming Single, “All To Thee” on New Year’s Eve Gospel legend Benjamin “BeBe” Winans surprises fans with a breathtaking new video for his forthcoming single, “All To Thee,” premiering on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025. Click here to watch video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgOklbfu38s The single will be officially released in January 2026, offering By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read Leading With Heart: Nikkieda McAlister and the Mission Behind Our Hearts Homecare LLC In the heart of Columbia, South Carolina, Our Hearts Homecare LLC stands as more than a service provider — it is a reflection of purpose, resilience, and generational compassion. Founded by Nikkieda McAlister, the agency delivers non-medical in-home care with a philosophy rooted in dignity, trust, and genuine human connection. A By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read “If You Come for Me, I’ll Send Jesus After You”: The Cult of the Real Housewives and the Case of Mary Cosby By the time the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Day, Real Housewives fans won’t just be raising a glass—they’ll be confronting a very different kind of reality. TLC’s three-hour documentary event, The Cult of the Real Housewives, premieres with a focus on one of By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read Howard Hewett pauses to reflect on the journey while stepping confidently into a new year filled with possibility. Reflecting on the Journey and Embracing 2026 By Howard Hewett As 2025 comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on a career that has spanned more than four decades. From my early days as the lead singer of the iconic group Shalamar to my solo journey, I have been blessed to share music that has touched the lives of By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Music Storyteller in Motion: How Lee Is Reviving Authentic Hip-Hop From The World Of An Independent Artist n a musical era where trends move fast and authenticity is often blurred by algorithms, Lee stands out as a voice rooted in truth. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, and now building his name in Charlotte, North Carolina, the independent artist blends Midwestern storytelling with southern flavor to craft By King O’muni Lens • 4 min read
Music LL Lil: The Rising Voice of Virginia Turning Trauma Into Art LL Lil isn’t just another melodic rapper entering the scene — he’s an artist shaped by pressure, sharpened by life, and driven by the belief that his story deserves a global stage. With his upcoming project Trauma on the way, he’s stepping into a new chapter that blends By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
IMG_0731 Music Alvin Garrett: Crafting a Renaissance of Love in R&B When Alvin Garrett speaks about music, his words flow with the same warmth and soul that fill his songs—unhurried, intentional, and rooted in love. The Grammy-nominated songwriter, producer, and artist has carved out a rare lane in today’s musical landscape: one that centers emotional honesty, human connection, and By Datrick Davis • 3 min read
After Countless Losses in Court, Diddy Finds His First Win on Zeus The day after Christmas, it was announced that Justin and Christian Combs would be partnering with Zeus to release a documentary centered on their personal experience navigating the public fallout surrounding their father, Sean “Diddy” Combs. Not long after that announcement, it also became public that Justin spent part of By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
Matthew Lawrence and Chilli (1/3 of trio TLC) When Love Isn’t a Competition: Chilli and Matthew Lawrence Offer Honesty in Second Chance Love Spending time in Sardinia, Italy alongside Chilli and Matthew Lawrence as part of their internal team while they filmed Second Chance Love was an unexpected gift for me. It felt especially meaningful because I’ve always considered myself a hopeful romantic, even in seasons when love feels complicated, delayed, or By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
BeBe Winans Surprises Fans with Breathtaking Video Release of Forthcoming Single, “All To Thee” on New Year’s Eve Gospel legend Benjamin “BeBe” Winans surprises fans with a breathtaking new video for his forthcoming single, “All To Thee,” premiering on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025. Click here to watch video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgOklbfu38s The single will be officially released in January 2026, offering By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Leading With Heart: Nikkieda McAlister and the Mission Behind Our Hearts Homecare LLC In the heart of Columbia, South Carolina, Our Hearts Homecare LLC stands as more than a service provider — it is a reflection of purpose, resilience, and generational compassion. Founded by Nikkieda McAlister, the agency delivers non-medical in-home care with a philosophy rooted in dignity, trust, and genuine human connection. A By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read
“If You Come for Me, I’ll Send Jesus After You”: The Cult of the Real Housewives and the Case of Mary Cosby By the time the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Day, Real Housewives fans won’t just be raising a glass—they’ll be confronting a very different kind of reality. TLC’s three-hour documentary event, The Cult of the Real Housewives, premieres with a focus on one of By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Howard Hewett pauses to reflect on the journey while stepping confidently into a new year filled with possibility. Reflecting on the Journey and Embracing 2026 By Howard Hewett As 2025 comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on a career that has spanned more than four decades. From my early days as the lead singer of the iconic group Shalamar to my solo journey, I have been blessed to share music that has touched the lives of By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read