Independent Artist Hello Shello Sets The Tone For 2026 With His End Of The Year Drop "Ego's A Helluva Drug" Hello Shello has never been an artist to coast — and with the release of his latest EP, Ego’s a Helluva Drug, he’s giving fans exactly what they’ve been waiting for: clarity, confidence, and undeniable momentum. Dropped on December 30, 2025, the five-song project arrives with zero features, By King O’muni Lens • 1 min read
Culture Atlanta Honors The Legacy of John Singleton Ribbon Cutting for Seven John Singleton Soundstage Tuesday, January 6 at 3:00 PM EST, members of the press, creatives, cultural leaders, and the Atlanta community are invited to attend a special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Seven John Singleton Soundstage, located at 1904 Harvard Ave, Atlanta, GA 30337. The event honors the life, vision, and lasting By Dr. Christal Jordan • 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
PHENOM Valerie Ross pictured, an entrepreneur turning decades of ownership into lasting impact. Entrepreneur Valerie Ross Turns Decades of Ownership Into Purpose Driven Mentorship Valerie Ross is a respected Indianapolis-based entrepreneur with more than 33 years of experience in the janitorial and service industry. She is the founder of Industrial Building Services, a leading janitorial company serving Indianapolis and surrounding areas for over three decades. For the first 25 years, Valerie personally owned and By Pamela Broussard • 1 min read
Everyday Community Destination Fortified Counseling & Wellness: How Nic Burnette Is Building Stronger Paths To Mental Wellness In a time when mental health care is more essential than ever, Nic Burnette, LISW-CP, is leading with purpose, compassion, and clinical excellence. As the founder and clinical provider of Destination Fortified Counseling & Wellness, LLC, Nic has built a private practice dedicated to helping individuals strengthen emotional resilience, navigate By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
Nicki Minaj Deactivates Instagram After Appearing With Erika Kirk Culture From Queen to Cautionary Tale: Nicki Minaj, JD Vance, and the Dangerous Politics of Crossover Fame How Nicki Minaj’s alignment with JD Vance and Erika Kirk exposes the one-way bridge of crossover fame and the political consequences of abandoning a core audience Black celebrity has always come with conditions, but crossover fame comes with consequences few are willing to name out loud. For Black artists, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
Dave Chappelle: The Unstoppable / courtesy of Netflix Culture Dave Chappelle: Comedy’s King Solomon Brings Perspective to a Year of Racial Polarization, Political Chaos, and Black Disillusionment After a year that marked the quiet dismantling of DEI initiatives across many Fortune 500 companies and the loss of more than 300,000 jobs held by Black women, the final reckoning arrived through an uncomfortable mirror. Political chaos and inflation formed the backdrop, but culture delivered the hardest truth. By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
