A true R&B legend, Willie Clayton delivers timeless soul and fresh energy on his new album Evolution. Willie Clayton Breaks Down Evolution: An Incredible New Album from a True Soul and R&B Icon With a career spanning decade and a catalog filled with Soul and R&B favorites, legendary singer, songwriter, and producer Willie Clayton returns with a powerful new project titled Evolution. Known for timeless hits like “Boom Boom Boom,” “Party Like We Used to Do,” and “I Love Me Some By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Humanity Forget the Dating Gurus: Minister Louis Farrakhan Gives the Best Relationship Advice in Black America I was scrolling through social media recently when I came across another clip of Minister Louis Farrakhan speaking about relationships, marriage, and responsibility, and honestly, I had to stop and replay it twice because of how direct and practical it was. There are no gimmicks, no screaming or gender baiting. By Dr. Christal Jordan • 6 min read
Culture All Hail Hip-Hop’s Reigning Queen: Queen Latifah Her Crown Remains Intact Because She Never Offered Fans Anything Other Than Her Talent There are celebrities, there are superstars, and then there are cultural institutions. Queen Latifah has long surpassed the category of entertainer and entered a space reserved for very few artists in any generation. She is not By Dr. Christal Jordan • 8 min read
“Under Your Skin” — 2wiin Kingz, Chase Sol & DaveOsBeatz Revive the Smooth Hip-Hop & R&B Fusion Era - A Song With Nostalgic Vibes Brooklyn duo 2wiin Kingz tap into the timeless chemistry between hip-hop and R&B on their latest release, pairing vivid storytelling with a smooth melodic backdrop crafted by producer DaveOsBeatz. Featuring a soulful chorus from Chase Sol, the record channels the energy of classic crossover records made popular By King O’muni Lens • 1 min read
Goal Getters Turning Knowledge into Power — The Financial Strategy of Michelle Stephens Goal Getters: Where Vision Meets Action In a world where ideas are abundant but execution is rare, the Goal Getters segment of Lenox and Parker Magazine shines a light on individuals who don’t just dream—they build, strategize, and deliver. These are the architects of action, the visionaries who By Datrick Davis • 5 min read
Lifestyle When Did Accountability Become Hate in Black Culture? Protecting Black Voices Has Become Synonymous with Enabling Bad Behavior Accountability has become one of the most uncomfortable conversations inside Black culture because somewhere along the way, many of us started confusing critique with betrayal. If a public figure misrepresents themselves, exploits their audience, behaves irresponsibly, or moves in ways By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
Culture The Drake Reset: Revenge, Power & The Business of Survival Drake’s latest musical blitz proves he is still one of the most dominant forces in modern music, but whether the culture remembers the art or the strategy behind it may become the bigger conversation. Drake has spent more than a decade doing something very few artists in modern music By Dr. Christal Jordan • 6 min read
LaTocha of the Multi-Platinum Group Xscape Launches BuzzFeed’s First Show Under Byron Allen Acquisition Era, Is It Vegan With LaTocha, Set for July Release LaTocha of the multi-platinum group Xscape is redefining culinary entertainment as she enters a new creative alignment with BuzzFeed under Byron Allen’s new era for its first-ever show, a bold and unconventional new series titled Is It Vegan With LaTocha, set to roll out this July as By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Senior Pastor Jamal Bryant of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church continues to lead transformative faith-based initiatives focused on community empowerment, economic development, and social impact. Everyday Community New Birth Missionary Baptist Church Is Redefining the Modern Civil Rights and Black Economic Empowerment Movement Through Faith-Based Action and Community Investment New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, the Atlanta-area megachurch led by Senior Pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant, is advancing a bold and expanding vision for what the modern Black church can represent in America, positioning faith institutions as engines of economic development, civic engagement, and long-term community wealth creation. Under By Pamela Broussard • 3 min read
Chef M Todd joins The Velvet Note in Alpharetta, bringing his signature Southern luxury culinary experience to the acclaimed jazz destination Culinary Visionary Chef M Todd Elevates The Velvet Note in Alpharetta, Bringing Bold Southern Luxury to One of the Nation’s Most Immersive Jazz Destinations Culinary visionary and executive chef Marcus Todd Fitzpatrick, professionally known as Chef M Todd, has officially joined The Velvet Note, bringing his signature bold Southern luxury cuisine to one of the nation’s most immersive jazz destinations. The Velvet Note Jazz Club in Alpharetta, Georgia, is an award-winning live By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Everyday Community BayRay Is Reviving Real R&B — With Soul, Substance, and Stage Presence In an era where music often feels rushed, disposable, and built for quick attention spans, BayRay is moving in the opposite direction. He’s not chasing microwave moments — he’s building something that lasts. Rooted in soul, shaped by real life experiences, and fueled by a passion for performance, BayRay By King O’muni Lens • 5 min read
JuJu Walker Is Making Music for the Spirit — and Asking the Questions Most People Avoid JuJu Walker isn’t here to perform a persona. She’s here to tell the truth. In a music era dominated by algorithms, branding, and surface-level perfection, JuJu stands out as an artist creating from a deeper place — where vulnerability, faith, identity, and emotional honesty collide. Her sound isn’ By King O’muni Lens • 5 min read
