Preach, Pray, LOVE — Inside D’Angela Proctor’s Power Move for Black Cinema

Culture Conversation

Carmen Simmons: The Woman Behind the Empire Finally Speaks

For many in Atlanta’s media and cultural scene, Carmen Simmons has long been a familiar yet somewhat elusive force, a woman whose fingerprints are on countless creative movements, artist developments, and behind the scenes breakthroughs that have shaped the city’s entertainment landscape for decades. As the founder of

By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read

Culture Conversation

Rising Into His Own: Marcus Scribner Steps Into Boston Blue

For most of us, Marcus Scribner will forever be Andre “Junior” Johnson Jr., the lovable, socially aware, occasionally awkward son of Dre and Bow on Black-ish. We quite literally watched him grow up before our eyes. Beginning the series at just 13 years old, Scribner matured alongside the show’

By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read

Culture

Celebrating Juneteenth: William 'Bam' Sparks and Culture Wireless Make Technology a Commodity for Black Empowerment

After 2020 the US experienced a brief moment of conscious awakening after the shame of the televised murder of George Floyd. That isolated moment of accountability resulted in the country embracing Juneteenth as a national holiday. Although the Black community acknowledged the recognition, Juneteenth was a holiday celebrated internally within

By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read

Culture

Caresha’s “Spend Dat” Gets a T-Boz Co-Sign on the It’s Iconic Tour

Caresha’s “Spend Dat” has become one of the summer’s most talked-about records, inspiring viral videos along with criticism from people who believe the song represents exactly what has gone wrong with women, relationships and popular culture. But somewhere between all the outrage and pearl-clutching, something interesting

By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read

Groundbreaking Artist DJ Stussy Takes Listeners on a Journey of Identity, Culture, and Purpose with His Powerful Anthem “BLACKER”

Groundbreaking Los Angeles artist DJ Stussy is making an impact through his ability to blend hip-hop, singing, and social commentary, using his music as a platform to tell stories, challenge perspectives, and inspire meaningful conversations. Through his hit song “BLACKER,” DJ Stussy takes listeners on a powerful journey of

By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read

Lamont Sanders Says Success Means More When You Can Give Back: Inside His Mission With Bear Tag Entertainment

For Lamont Sanders, success isn't simply measured by records sold, chart positions or the number of celebrities who show up to an event. Standing inside Independence High School in Charlotte during the 2026 Stellar Celebrity Basketball Game, Sanders offered a much deeper definition of what success means to

By King O’muni Lens • 5 min read

Culture

Shockingly, Nikki and Shawn are My Favorite 'MAFS' Couple

Season 20 of Married at First Sight is nearing its end. With only two weeks left until Decision Day, the couples are tasked with the biggest decision of their lives thus far: staying in the marriage past the experiment’s expiration date - or calling it quits. The experiment has been

By Brenda Alexander • 5 min read

Reality Television

Carlos King Has Crossed the Line

Alas, after 12 seasons, the woman partially responsible for dismantling the marriage between Martel Holt and Melody Shari Roger's is finally getting her 15 minutes of fame. By now, Love & Marriage: Huntsville fans have seen the explosive trailer featuring the much-talked-about Arionne Curry. She’ll

By Brenda Alexander • 5 min read

Usher's World-Renowned Saxophonist Mike Burton to Celebrate Birthday with Two Star Studded Shows at The Velvet Note Saturday, August 22nd

Acclaimed saxophonist, producer, educator, and sought after touring musician Mike Burton is turning his birthday celebration into a night to remember, and he’s inviting his friends, fans, and music lovers to join him for what promises to be the birthday party of all time at The Velvet Note in

By Pamela Broussard • 3 min read