Wesite POST COVER-4 APRIL ISSUE 2025 The Self-Reliance Blueprint: Madam C.J. Walker's Legacy for Today's Wealth Builders As the Natural Hair and Beauty Show converges on Atlanta this month, attendees are walking in the economic opportunity space created by America's first female self-made millionaire, Madam C.J. Walker. In an era where DEI initiatives face increasing rollbacks, Walker's legacy offers something more sustainable: By Brett Holcomb โข 4 min read
IMG_3883 APRIL ISSUE 2025 Style Architect and Culture Shaper: Misa Hylton is Building the Future of Fashion with Her Academy In the ever-evolving world of fashion, few names carry the cultural weight and visionary power of Misa Hylton. A pioneering stylist, creative director, and global fashion architect, Hylton has been shaping style narratives since the 1990sโlong before terms like โhip-hop fashionโ had global resonance. Today, sheโs extending her By Angela Watts โข 2 min read
Wesite POST COVER-10 APRIL ISSUE 2025 Taliah Waajid: The Woman Who Gave Natural Hair a Voice, Cultivating Curls and Confidence The Natural Hair Queen Credits Janet Jackson for Jumpstarting Her Empire Most people donโt realize the name Taliah Waajid is more than an ethnic sounding name on a product. The beautiful face behind the brand is more than a model, she is the lifeโs blood of the longest By Dr. Christal Jordan โข 4 min read
Bryso Splash HIP HOP Emerging Houston Rapper Bryso Splash Heats Up The Streets With His Banging "Kriteria" Music Video Rising rapper Bryso Splash is shining a spotlight on the cinematic music video for "Kriteria," on which he demonstrates his dynamic lyrical prowess and explosive delivery, released via indie label Bankโd Up Ent. On the sizzling banger, Bryso Splash illustrates his deft balance of catchy hooks, powerful By Jake Crates โข 2 min read
_Kee Nola 3 HIP HOP Kee Nola Releases Anticipated Single "Next Best Friend" Kee Nolaโs latest single, โNext Best Friend,โ delves into the intricate dynamics of friendship and unspoken affection. The track narrates the internal conflict of harboring deeper feelings for a close friend while maintaining the faรงade of platonic camaraderie. Through introspective lyrics and emotive delivery, Kee Nola captures the essence By Jake Crates โข 1 min read
img_1841-edit Music The Spellman Twinz Serve Up A Delicious Brazilian Funk-Pop Banger With "Yum Yum" Beloved identical twin social media sensations and next-up recording artists the Spellman Twinz, are set to drop their highly anticipated new single, โYum Yum,โ out April 11th. With 1.2M+ TikTok followers, 332K+ on YouTube, and 117.1K+ on Instagram, the dynamic duo comprising Clinton and Calvin Spellman is making By Jake Crates โข 3 min read
Chesley Maddox-Dorsey, the CEO of American Urban Radio Networks (AURN) Everyday Community Powerhouse in Media: A Conversation with Chesley Maddox-Dorsey In the ever-evolving world of media, few leaders have made as significant an impact as Chesley Maddox-Dorsey. As the CEO of A Wonder Media Company, which includes American Urban Radio Networks (AURN), she has played a pivotal role in amplifying Black voices, innovating within the industry, and shaping the future By Pamela Broussard โข 3 min read
Wesite POST COVER-8 L.A.W.: The Wealth Formula That Transforms Debt Into Financial Freedom In a previous article, I shared how my upbringing in NYC taught me to fear debt. The neighborhood wisdom was clear: "Stay out of debt. Buy everything in cash. Don't let the system own you." Fast forward to today, and I've developed an entirely By Brett Holcomb โข 3 min read
Wesite POST COVER-6 National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) to Honor LaQuan Smith and Amanda Williams at Annual Fine Art + Fashion Benefit The National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) will host its 19th annual Fine Art + Fashion Benefit on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Atlanta History Center. Presented in partnership with Neiman Marcus, the event will honor prominent figures in fashion and visual arts, including designer LaQuan By Angela Watts โข 2 min read
Music Trent Gaddison: A Journey of Music, Ministry & Motivation From surviving the darkest valleys to becoming a beacon of hope, award-winning gospel recording artist Trent Gaddison continues to inspire the masses with his electrifying single "Shout it Out"and his empowering debut book You Got This โ 7 Day Kickstart Into Your Next. Hailing from New Iberia, Louisiana, By Pamela Broussard โข 3 min read
unnamed (4) HIP HOP ItsHoly & Big Homiie G Deliver New Track "Picture Perfect" Following the release of his Cool & Dre-collaboration "Bamboo," Cleveland crooner itsHOLY connects with Moneybagg Yo affiliate Big Homiie G for "Picture Perfect" via Lobel Music Group / Arkik Sounds. Produced by Drumma Boy, the female friendly quick-strike finds the rising stars detailing the lavish lifestyle women By Jake Crates โข 1 min read
Meet LexDaBenefit: The Artist You Want To Keep Your Eyes On ... Lex DaBenefit emerges from the heart of Columbia, SC, with a voice that reverberates through the hip-hop landscape, defined by its boldness, authenticity, and soulful resonance. Raised amidst the grit and reality of the "Rivaside," she channels her personal journey into a lyrical style that is both raw By Victor Flavius โข 2 min read
