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, 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
Goal Getters Yoell “Boy Boy” Cooper: Newark’s Next Big Thing Has Champion Written All Over Him Goal Getters: Where Vision Meets Action Boxing has always been a sport where you can spot something special before the rest of the world catches on. True boxing fans know the feeling. You see a young fighter and there’s just something about him. It might be the way he By Datrick Davis • 6 min read
Brandy and Monica, Roots Picnic 2026 Culture Brandy & Monica Are Reminding Us What 90s Sisterhood Feels Like The greatest plot twist in R&B history might not be a chart-topping hit or a surprise reunion tour. It might be the genuine friendship that emerged between Brandy and Monica after decades of one of music’s most talked-about rivalries. For years, fans couldn’t mention By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Photo Credit: Jamari Priest Culture Juneteenth Honors: Why Atlanta Owes Jen Farris Her Flowers The A-List Some people preserve history in museums. Others write books. Jen Farris preserves history by walking us through the neighborhoods we’ve spent years driving past without ever truly seeing. As Lenox & Parker begins its Juneteenth celebration series, it is only fitting that our first honoree is By Dr. Christal Jordan • 6 min read
Ron Jackson is a veteran Realtor® and trusted authority in probate and trust real estate. Why Probate and Trust Real Estate Requires a Higher Standard of Care and What Families Deserve By Ron Jackson Real estate is often discussed in terms of markets, pricing trends, and investment opportunity. But after more than 24 years in this profession, I have learned that probate and trust real estate operates in a very different space. It is not simply about buying or selling property, By Pamela Broussard • 3 min read
This High Tea Alternative Fuses Booze and Elegance in Baltimore Mother’s Day activities are typically centered on self-care or something to celebrate the daily sacrifices and commitments mothers make to care for their children. Most women are okay with having a kid-free day and catching up on rest, while others use their mommy coupon for something a By Brenda Alexander • 4 min read
“More Than Music, It’s A Mission”: Jay Fi Talks Consistency, Vulnerability & Building A Legacy Beyond The Hype For many artists, music starts as a hobby. For Jay Fi, it slowly became an obsession. What began as writing lyrics whenever and wherever possible eventually turned into a realization that music could become something much bigger than a pastime. Influenced by some of the most impactful artists of the By King O’muni Lens • 4 min read
Why William Bumpus Owes Gayle King Every Apology He Can Muster, Even 30 Years Later The biggest lie modern culture tells us about betrayal is that time erases all, but anyone who has been through it knows that's not entirely true. Time softens some wounds. It teaches people how to function around pain. It allows life to move forward. It creates distance between By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
Judge Eleanor Ross The Black Card Cannot Save Judge Eleanor Ross Supporting Black excellence should never require defending unethical behavior. For generations, Black Americans have fought to gain access to rooms we were never intended to enter. We have celebrated every barrier broken, every glass ceiling shattered, and every milestone achieved because we understand the price that was paid to get By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Music “I Want People to Feel Seen”: Amber Renee on Purpose, Pop Culture & Becoming the Full Package For Amber Renee, music has never been just about singing — it’s about creating moments people can feel forever. Inspired by legendary entertainers like Aaliyah, Brandy, Destiny's Child, and Britney Spears, Amber blends smooth R&B energy, pop influence, vulnerability, and star-quality ambition into music designed By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MAY 10: Kevin Hart speaks onstage during Netflix Is A Joke Festival Presents: The Roast of Kevin Hart at The Kia Forum on May 10, 2026 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Netflix) Culture Sorry, Kevin Hart, We’re Not Buying It Fans waited for Kevin Hart to respond after his heavily criticized roast sparked outrage over racist jokes involving George Floyd. Many expected reflection. Some expected accountability. At the very least, people expected Hart to acknowledge that the material went too far and offer an apology to Floyd’s family. Instead, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
