POST COVER-3 SCAD Announces Pharrell Williams as 2025 André Leon Talley Lifetime Achievement Award Winner The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) is thrilled to announce that GRAMMY Award-winning, Academy Award-nominated musician and filmmaker, philanthropist, designer, and entrepreneur Pharrell Williams has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2025 André Leon Talley Lifetime Achievement Award. This distinguished honor recognizes Williams’ groundbreaking contributions By Angela Watts • 3 min read
IMG_0335 Culture Belle Collective Returns: Southern Culture, Sisterhood, and Second Chances OWN’s hit reality series Belle Collective is back for Season Five, and this time the ladies of Jackson, Mississippi are giving us more than just brunches and bitchiness —they’re offering raw lessons in resilience, love, and the power of Southern sisterhood. Play Belle Collective Season 5 | Southern Sisterhood, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
4 The Recap Room Karlie Redd Celebrates Grand Opening of “Redd Room Bistro” in Atlanta Atlanta rolled out the red carpet Sunday evening, September 28, 2025, as serial entrepreneur and MTV’s Love & Hip Hop Atlanta star Karlie Redd celebrated the highly anticipated grand opening of her bold new lounge and dining concept, Redd Room Bistro. Located at 255 Trinity Avenue in the heart By Datrick Davis • 3 min read
unnamed (17) HIP HOP IOTheSinger Rises With New Single "Life Is A Journey" Once again enlisting the in-house ensemble of Chris Fisher (keys), Austin Stahle (guitar), Jon Laine (drums), Jean-Francis Varre controlled the (bass) and Frank Marchand (mixing/recording engineer) alongside Jose Bejaraño Arca, IOTheSinger delivers her latest song titled "Life Is A Journey." Following "I Got A By Jake Crates • 2 min read
unnamed (14) Music Krown Vic & Noodah05 Drop New Track "Blue Bikinis" Lil Baby signee Noodah05 joins Firm Records front-man Krown Vic on his latest single "Blue Bikinis" (via United Masters). Accompanied with artwork by Eric "Remain 3K" Brumfield, the Kidd Slopes' produced quick strike release follows the DMV natives collaborations with DJ Schemes, KP Skywalka, By Jake Crates • 1 min read
maxresdefault (1) Music $limey Mojo & Bigga Rankin Release New Single "Upgrade" Rising rapper $limey Mojo is setting his sights higher with the release of “Upgrade,” a collaboration with legendary DJ and tastemaker Bigga Rankin. The single arrives as part of Mojo’s deluxe project Made A Difference De$luxe (M.A.D.D) and serves as a clear statement of intent By Jake Crates • 1 min read
hqdefault Music Brodie Fresh & DJ Drama Release New Single "Glory" Brodie Fresh is stepping into a new chapter with the release of his latest single “Glory,” a collaboration with veteran DJ and producer DJ Drama. The track serves as the lead single for Fresh’s forthcoming album The Preacher’s Kid. “Glory” arrives as a declaration of survival and self- By Jake Crates • 1 min read
Black Excellence Ciara Robinson: Empowering Plus-Women Through Her Business - Divine Kurves n this exclusive interview, Ciara Robinson, founder of Divine Kurves, opens up about her journey creating stylish, confidence-boosting fashion for plus-size women. From overcoming early setbacks to building a brand that resonates with women everywhere, Ciara shares her vision, challenges, and the inspiration behind her growing business. What By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
HIP HOP Bigg Baggz: From the Brickyard Streets to Hip-Hop’s Main Stage Some artists rap because it’s trendy. Others rap because it’s their truth. For Bigg Baggz, hip-hop has always been more than music — it’s survival, therapy, and a platform to turn struggle into power. From DJing parties as a teenager in Brickyard, North Carolina, to earning respect By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
1 Culture How far is too far when dating on reality television? OWN’s #1 dating reality series celebrates 150 episodes this Friday with the 2nd half of the spicy reunion for Ready to Love Philly. In this exclusive clip Tommy asks Tae if she was uncomfortable seeing her #1 pick Cisco on finger-painting his name on Shanice’s nude body. By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
ruthandboaz Film Atlanta Screening of Netflix’s Ruth and Boaz Delivers Faith, Love, and Star Power On Monday, September 22, 2025, Atlanta’s Regal Cinema hosted the highly anticipated screening of Netflix’s original film Ruth and Boaz. Produced by Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin, the film officially premieres September 26 and offers a contemporary retelling of the beloved biblical love story. Set in rural Tennessee, By Datrick Davis • 1 min read
POST COVER-8 Culture Terry T. Miles: The Genius of Urban Storytelling Atlanta has always been a hub for creativity, culture, and reinvention. But on the night of the premiere for Him and Her, the city bore witness to a filmmaker who has not just joined the conversation but mastered it. Terry T. Miles—writer, producer, director, and actor—has become one By Dr. Christal Jordan • 2 min read
