Krizz Kaliko x Futuristic - “FML” Official Video Jake Crates March 09, 2023 – 1 min read Share this post Krizz Kaliko_FML_artwork Watch the video premiere of Krizz Kaliko and Futuristic's "FML" presented by Ear House Inc.Follow on Socials: @krizzkaliko Share this post Written by Jake Crates Jake Crates, Music journalist and industry consultant focused on talent discovery, artist development, and cultural storytelling. Comments Swipeiana Uncategorized Baton Rouge’s Drop Turns Heads with Powerful New Album Swipe Louisiana has given hip-hop some of its most dynamic voices, from Lil Wayne to Boosie to NBA YoungBoy. Now, Baton Rouge rapper Drop—born Deavian Dasha Andrews—is carrying that legacy forward with her new project Swipe, a fearless statement of resilience, reinvention, and raw Southern street energy. Known for By Jake Crates • 2 min read Cello 2 Uncategorized Cello Blazes Forward With New Wae Entertainment Visuals “SRT” and “Status” Known as a “poet of the trenches,” his songs balance hard-hitting street narratives with cultural awareness and reflection. With his breakout single “SRT” leading the way, Cello is carving a lane as one of the most authentic and exciting new voices out of Louisiana. Baton Rouge’s rising voice Cello By Jake Crates • 2 min read IMG_6539 Uncategorized Florida's $limey Mojo Releases 8 New Songs In 'Made A Difference' De$luxe (M.A.D.D.)' $LIMEY MoJo, an emerging Broward County, Florida rap star, has stepped into the spotlight with his full-length debut, Made A Difference (M.A.D.D.), adding 8 more tracks to the original. The 29-track project presents a young artist determined to carve out his place in hip-hop with a mix By Jake Crates • 1 min read Did Donell Jones Predict The Future With His Song “Free” Released In 2009? In the landscape of R&B, few artists have aged as gracefully—or as quietly powerful—as Donell Jones, the Chicago-born singer, songwriter, and producer known for timeless records like “U Know What’s Up,” “Where I Wanna Be,” and “You Know That I Love You.” Emerging in the By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read HE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA Season:17 Pictured: (l-r) Phaedra Parks, Drew Sidora, Pinky Cole, Angela Oakley, Kelli Ferrell, K. Michelle, Shamea Morton Mwangi, Porsha Williams (Photo by: Gizelle Hernandez/James Bianchi/Bravo) Culture Despite Fresh Blood, 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' Is Telling the Same Old Story Let’s be honest: the glory days of The Real Housewives of Atlanta as we grew to know and love the show are over. Every franchise has its peaks and valleys, and for several seasons, the peach holders have been in a slump. It’s typical with any television series, By Brenda Alexander • 6 min read The Art Of Being Real: Baceem Talks Vulnerability, Authenticity, And Finding His Sound For Baceem, music isn't measured by streams, trends, or viral moments. It's measured by connection. Every time a listener shares how a song impacted them or explains what a performance meant to them, it reinforces why he continues creating. Blending emotion, melody, vulnerability, and authenticity, Baceem By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read Culture The Daphne Joy Effect: When Victimhood and Accountability Collide The Me Too movement changed America in ways that were desperately needed. For generations, women who experienced sexual assault, workplace harassment, coercion, and abuse were often ignored, dismissed, or blamed for the harm done to them. Their stories were minimized, their motives were questioned, and their pain was treated as By Dr. Christal Jordan • 6 min read Bobby Brown, Music Icon and Multi-Platinum Superstar, Set to Ignite the Stage at the Saban Theatre with the Don’t Be Cruel 35th Anniversary Celebration Like Never Before One of the most defining voices in R&B history, Bobby Brown, will take the stage for a one-night-only celebration on July 10, honoring the 35th Anniversary of his groundbreaking, 7x Platinum, #1 album Don’t Be Cruel at the historic Saban Theatre. Originally released in 1988, Don’t By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read sports The Queen of Tennis Returns to Her Throne For more than two decades, Serena Williams occupied a space so rare that conversations about her greatness often extended far beyond the boundaries of tennis. Hall of Fame athletes, sports analysts, coaches, and fellow competitors have repeatedly argued that Williams belongs in the discussion not simply as the greatest women’ By Victor Flavius • 2 min read
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Cello 2 Uncategorized Cello Blazes Forward With New Wae Entertainment Visuals “SRT” and “Status” Known as a “poet of the trenches,” his songs balance hard-hitting street narratives with cultural awareness and reflection. With his breakout single “SRT” leading the way, Cello is carving a lane as one of the most authentic and exciting new voices out of Louisiana. Baton Rouge’s rising voice Cello By Jake Crates • 2 min read
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The Art Of Being Real: Baceem Talks Vulnerability, Authenticity, And Finding His Sound For Baceem, music isn't measured by streams, trends, or viral moments. It's measured by connection. Every time a listener shares how a song impacted them or explains what a performance meant to them, it reinforces why he continues creating. Blending emotion, melody, vulnerability, and authenticity, Baceem By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
Culture The Daphne Joy Effect: When Victimhood and Accountability Collide The Me Too movement changed America in ways that were desperately needed. For generations, women who experienced sexual assault, workplace harassment, coercion, and abuse were often ignored, dismissed, or blamed for the harm done to them. Their stories were minimized, their motives were questioned, and their pain was treated as By Dr. Christal Jordan • 6 min read
Bobby Brown, Music Icon and Multi-Platinum Superstar, Set to Ignite the Stage at the Saban Theatre with the Don’t Be Cruel 35th Anniversary Celebration Like Never Before One of the most defining voices in R&B history, Bobby Brown, will take the stage for a one-night-only celebration on July 10, honoring the 35th Anniversary of his groundbreaking, 7x Platinum, #1 album Don’t Be Cruel at the historic Saban Theatre. Originally released in 1988, Don’t By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
sports The Queen of Tennis Returns to Her Throne For more than two decades, Serena Williams occupied a space so rare that conversations about her greatness often extended far beyond the boundaries of tennis. Hall of Fame athletes, sports analysts, coaches, and fellow competitors have repeatedly argued that Williams belongs in the discussion not simply as the greatest women’ By Victor Flavius • 2 min read