Everyday Community Dr. Trina R. Wilson’s Daily Affirmations to Ground, Strengthen, and Restore Inspires Powerful Reader Response Dr. Trina R. Wilson’s newest book, Daily Affirmations to Ground, Strengthen, and Restore, is receiving an incredible response from readers seeking guidance, reflection, and emotional balance. Get Your Copy of Dr. Trina R. Wilson’s Daily Affirmations to Ground, Strengthen, and Restore on Amazon. The journal, released in February By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Travel Walt Disney World Celebrated Black History Month in a Big Way, and Toya Johnson-Rushing Was at the Center of the Magic Toya Johnson-Rushing has long been a beloved staple in Black culture. Her down-home roots and rags to riches story, coupled with her humbled personality, makes you root for her to win. Whether she’s sharing her life on reality television, through Instagram spoofs alongside her husband Robert “Red” By Brenda Alexander • 5 min read
Chart-Topping Singer Tanya Nolan Makes History as Galveston’s First Woman to Top the Charts in Three Genres Singer, songwriter, entrepreneur and author Tanya Nolan continues to break barriers and redefine what it means to be a multi-talented powerhouse in music and business. Raised in Galveston, Texas, Nolan has achieved a historic milestone. She is the first woman from Galveston to top the Billboard charts across three By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Independent Artist Lasko Bills Just Dropped New Music With Newly Signed Roc Nation Artist & Super Bowl Weekend Performer LaRussell After a year of strategic silence, Atlanta-based independent artist Lasko Bills has officially returned — and he’s doing it on his own terms. Lasko has released his latest record featuring LaRussell, the Roc Nation–signed artist who has become one of the most talked-about independent success stories in By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
Music 1K Pson Commands the Atmosphere with “Get Up Off Me” — A Bold Declaration of Faith Over Fear Faith-driven hip-hop continues to evolve, and 1K Pson is proving he’s one of the culture’s most fearless voices. His latest release, “Get Up Off Me,” is more than just a record — it’s a spiritual stance, a war cry, and a bold reminder of authority over By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
Culture Keke Palmer Gets UNCENSORED: Redefining Power, Privacy & Purpose – Airing March 5 at 8/7C Keke Palmer’s story is one of evolution. From her early days in Chicago to becoming a recognizable force in entertainment, she has navigated fame with a level of honesty that feels rare in today’s digital age. In her revealing conversation on Uncensored, Palmer offers more than reflection—she By Kevin Nelson • 2 min read
Culture Malinda Williams, Sisterhood as a Hollywood Standard y the time I sat down with Malinda Williams in Los Angeles, the moment already felt familiar in a way that had nothing to do with Hollywood. The skyline stretched behind her, the Hollywood sign visible in the distance, but what anchored the conversation was her presence. She was warm, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 7 min read
Everyday Community The Marathon Becomes a Landmark: Slauson and Crenshaw Officially Renamed Nipsey Hussle Square South Los Angeles stood still in reverence earlier today as city officials, community leaders, family members, and supporters gathered at the iconic intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and Slauson Avenue to witness a historic moment: the official renaming of the corner to Nipsey Hussle Square. For many, this was more than By Kevin Nelson • 2 min read
Culture Exclusive Interview: Producer of American Idol, Entertainment Executive, and Author Cheryl Cobb Reveals the Dirty Lil Secrets of Online Dating Cheryl Cobb, producer of American Idol, acclaimed entertainment executive, producer, and author, and founder of Cheryl Cobb Entertainment, has spent more than 25 years shaping the careers of top artists including Chante Moore, Fantasia Barrino, Toni Braxton, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. She has managed platinum-selling tours, identified new By Pamela Broussard • 3 min read
Photo courtesy of Karim Saafir Photography. Culture Tony Rock Says the Black Community Should Be Laughing at the Epstein Drama, and I think he is right When I sat down with Tony Rock at the Pan African Film Festival, where he was hosting the Soul Comedy Fest and Lenox & Parker was a sponsor, I expected wit. What I encountered instead was clarity. In a year defined by scandal cycles, digital outrage, and nonstop political spectacle, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
Courtesy of Dia Malai Full Circle Energy: Dia Malai Releases The Loop Dia Malai continues to elevate her presence with the release of her latest project, The Loop — a body of work that reflects growth, confidence, and undeniable momentum. With a career marked by powerful performances and a growing independent fanbase, Dia Malai has steadily positioned herself as a rising force in By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read
Seńoj Drops Surprise Official Lyric Visualizer for Soul-Stirring Single “CRY” Rising R&B/Pop songstress Seńoj delivers a powerful surprise to fans with the release of the official lyric visualizer for her emotionally stirring single, “CRY.” Written by Seńoj, the single is now streaming on all major digital platforms. The lyric visualizer offers an intimate and artistic experience, showcasing By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read