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Everyday Community

Where Hip-Hop Meets Worship: Reach Records Signs Atlanta's 2819 Worship

Atlanta-based worship collective becomes first worship team signed to a predominantly Christian hip-hop label Reach Records, the GRAMMY Award-winning label founded by artist Lecrae, has signed 2819 Worship — the worship collective of Atlanta's 2819 Church — to its roster. The announcement was made during the church's Good

By Victor Flavius • 1 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 opposition. Built

By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read

Music

R&B Royalty Returns: Rodney Poe Delivers "Love, Sweat & Tears"

Move over, Valentine’s Day—Milwaukee’s own "King of R&B" just gave us a reason to keep the candles lit all year long. Rodney Poe, the veteran crooner who has shared stages with icons like Keith Sweat and Brandy, has officially dropped his highly anticipated

By Kevin Nelson • 2 min read

Melvin Riley’s Legendary Signature Voice, Known All Over the World, Is Gearing Up to Release the Much-Talked-About, Long-Awaited Project No AI – The Album

Acclaimed singer, songwriter, producer, and music pioneer Melvin Riley, the mastermind and lead vocalist behind influential R&B and Pop group Ready for the World, is set to release his long-awaited new project No AI – The Album, arriving June 9, 2026. The album marks a powerful return from one

By Pamela Broussard • 4 min read

Goal Getters

Dr. Annise Mabry: Building Pathways Where Systems Failed

Goal Getters, Where Vision Meets Action or Dr. Annise Mabry, purpose was not born from a business plan or a polished pitch deck. It was born in emergency rooms, school offices, and courtrooms—spaces where systems meant to protect children and families instead revealed their deepest fractures. What emerged from

By Datrick Davis • 5 min read

Culture

Before Instagram Breakdowns and Public Meltdowns, There Was Brandi Webb

Lynn Whitfield Shares Brandi's Message for Today’s Women Before Instagram gave us luxury real estate girlies with "boss chick” branding, and perfectly curated glimpses into high-end lifestyles, there was Brandi Webb. Ninety-nine percent of today’s real estate influencers still can’t hold a candle to

By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read

Fashion

NBAF Fashion Honoree Jeremy Haynes Declares BLACK the Statement Color of Summer 2026

Jeremy Haynes didn’t just arrive, he entered the red carpet in a chic, reflective jacket, cornrows set with precision, and an electric smile that made the room feel smaller in the best way. There’s a warmth to him, a distinctly Southern charm that immediately puts you at ease,

By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read

Everyday Community

Brotherhood on Full Display: Cedric Pendleton Honors Michi Meko at NBAF

Thirty years ago, in an Atlanta bedroom long after the lights were supposed to be out, two young Black boys were still awake dreaming out loud, talking, imagining, creating. One was drawn to performance, the other to visuals, but neither of them could have fully seen what those quiet moments

By Dr. Christal Jordan • 2 min read

Fashion

NBAF’s Fine Art + Fashion Turns 20: Atlanta Celebrates Black Art, Fashion, and Cultural Excellence

On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the Atlanta History Center set the stage for a night rooted in elegance, purpose, and cultural pride as the National Black Arts Festival celebrated the 20th anniversary of Fine Art + Fashion in partnership with Neiman Marcus. Under the leadership of President and CEO Leatrice Elzy,

By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read