Photo by Darius Bashar / Unsplash Humanity Against The Genocide of Children ā¦but our children are not ours/Ā nor we theirs they are future we are pastĀ - Nikki Giovanni, Always There Are The Children, 1976Ā Every Christmas, after dinner, but before my younger step-siblings and cousins open their presents beneath the tree, my grandmother and I play rummikub on an old, By Stone E. Mims ā¢ 8 min read
Al Manerson: The Architect of Longevity ļ»æin the Hit Driven Music and Entertainment Business As R&B reclaims its rightful place at the forefront of music, Al Manerson is making it his priority, shaping careers, restoring credibility, and redefining what longevity means in todayās music and entertainment business. In an industry often driven by viral moments and fast turnovers, Manerson stands as By Pamela Broussard ā¢ 4 min read
Film Wonder Man Understands That Power Isnāt Claimed ā Itās Lived Marvelās Wonder Man doesnāt rush to impress you ā and in a franchise addicted to escalation, that restraint feels intentional. Streaming on Disney+, the eight-episode series resists the MCUās familiar impulse toward spectacle. Thereās no immediate world-ending threat, no multiversal shorthand, no urgency to connect By Victor Flavius ā¢ 3 min read
Music Ella Mai Releases New Album Do You Still Love Me? Multi-platinum, GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriterĀ Ella MaiĀ returns withĀ Do You Still Love Me?, her long-awaited third studio album, out now viaĀ 10 Summers RecordsĀ in partnership withĀ Interscope Records. Executive produced byĀ Mustard, the project is a poised, emotionally candid statement that documents Maiās continued evolution By Victor Flavius ā¢ 2 min read
Mariea Antoinette Talks About Her Journey as One of Todayās Most Revered Multi-Genre Jazz Harpists Renowned jazz harpistĀ Mariea AntoinetteĀ has captivated audiences around the world with her soulful voice, virtuosic harp performances, and ability to seamlessly navigate multiple musical genres. From smooth jazz to contemporary grooves, Mariea has carved a unique space in the music industry, earning acclaim as one of todayās most By Pamela Broussard ā¢ 3 min read
Culture Ready to Love Detroit Reveals the Risk of Black Male Vulnerability Reality television thrives on spectacle, but occasionally it exposes truths that feel uncomfortably familiar. During part two of the Ready to Love Detroit reunion, a tense exchange between Nicole and Devon did just that. In the moment, Nicole attempts to shame Devon over his political beliefs, beliefs he had previously By Dr. Christal Jordan ā¢ 3 min read
Music The Man Who Captured the Stars and Sang Among Them: A Tribute to Lamonte McLemore The world knows many "double threats," but few inhabited two distinct creative universes as masterfully asĀ Lamonte McLemore. As a founding member of the legendary vocal groupĀ The 5th DimensionĀ and a prolific photographer forĀ Jet Magazine, McLemore didnāt just witness the mid-century golden age of By Kevin Nelson ā¢ 2 min read
Music Pusha T, Malice & Pharrellās Grammys 2026 Performance Is a Masterclass in Control The Grammy Awards have long struggled to balance legacy, relevance, and spectacle. This year, the performance byĀ Pusha T,Ā MaliceĀ (formerly No Malice), andĀ Pharrell Williamsācollectively evoking the gravity of their Clipse eraāachieved that balance with striking clarity. It was, simply put, a masterclass in control. The staging By Victor Flavius ā¢ 2 min read
Music JIVE Records Returns: RCA Taps UnitedMasters Alums to Lead Label Relaunch In a major move for the music industry,Ā RCA RecordsĀ has officially revived the legendaryĀ JIVE RecordsĀ as an independent, frontline label. Stepping in to lead the charge are co-PresidentsĀ Mike WeissĀ andĀ David Melhado, both of whom join the label following successful tenures at UnitedMasters. A Storied Legacy By Kevin Nelson ā¢ 2 min read
Travel Black Travel Maine Is Where Legacy, Leisure and the Slopes Converge Maine is not on many avid Black travelers wish lists. Unless you have a knack for the outdoors and winter sports/activities, itās probably not a state that comes to mind to travel for personal pleasure. Taking things a step further, when people think of Maine, a robust Black By Brenda Alexander ā¢ 7 min read
Music Marc Anthony, Carlos Vives, MarĆa Becerra Join Growing Performer Roster for Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 TelevisaUnivisionĀ continues to raise the stakes for Latin musicās most visible awards platform, unveiling a new wave of performers set to take the stage atĀ Premio Lo NuestroĀ 2026. With its 38th edition, the long-running ceremony once again positions itself as both a celebration of legacy and a By Victor Flavius ā¢ 3 min read
Music Bad Bunny Turned His Grammy Moment Into A Cultural Message of Love The Grammy Awards often reward success. Rarely do they rewardĀ clarity. Bad Bunny delivered both. BornĀ Benito Antonio MartĆnez Ocasio, the Puerto Rican superstar took the Grammy stage to accept one of the nightās top honors ā adding to a career that has already seen him recognized by the Recording By Victor Flavius ā¢ 3 min read
