{Watch} “The Mud” – @NemoSmoove Jake Crates July 12, 2023 – 1 min read Share this post IMG_8942 Share this post Written by Jake Crates Jake Crates, Music journalist and industry consultant focused on talent discovery, artist development, and cultural storytelling. Comments Music Calvin Richardson Is Building More Than Hits. He's Building a Legacy. Few artists have navigated the ever changing landscape of R&B with the consistency, authenticity, and staying power of Calvin Richardson. A Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and independent music executive, Richardson has spent decades earning the admiration of fans and fellow musicians through an unwavering commitment to By Kevin Nelson • 3 min read Culture Black Music Month Spotlight: Darwin Hobbs’ Greatest Gift Was Never His Voice There are singers with incredible voices, and then there are artists whose voices become instruments of healing. Darwin Hobbs belongs in the latter category. For decades, Hobbs has possessed one of the most extraordinary voices in contemporary music. It is the kind of voice that immediately commands attention, effortlessly moving By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read Music Did Donell Jones Predict The Future With His Song “Free” Released In 2009? In the landscape of R&B, few artists have aged as gracefully—or as quietly powerful—as Donell Jones, the Chicago-born singer, songwriter, and producer known for timeless records like “U Know What’s Up,” “Where I Wanna Be,” and “You Know That I Love You.” Emerging in By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read Shahron James Steps Into His Debut Era with "FOCUS" — A Soulful Call to Presence For Shahron James, music has never been about noise. It's about presence. With the release of his debut single "FOCUS," out now, the emerging R&B singer — known to fans as SKJ — is asking us to slow down, tune in, and remember what real connection By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read Holy1Dove Enters a New Chapter With Church Junkie Vol. 1: A Fresh Sound Born From Faith, Growth, and God's Timing Christian hip-hop artist Holy1Dove is officially back. After months of anticipation, the rising CHH voice has released his brand-new project, Church Junkie Vol. 1, marking his first full-length release since December 2025's Dove & Ty. The project arrives with more than just new music—it By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read Beauty Yes, Your WAP Can Survive Menopause Let’s talk about the menopause symptom nobody warns you about…until you’re Googling it at 2 a.m. Nobody prepares you for perimenopause. One day you’re minding your business, sleeping like a baby, and feeling completely like yourself. The next thing you know you’re standing in By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read Culture Bobby Brown’s 35th Anniversary Celebration Was More Than a Concert—It Was a Reunion With a Generation There are few artists whose music can instantly transport an audience back to a specific chapter of their lives. On Friday night, Bobby Brown proved that his catalog still possesses that rare power as he celebrated the 35th anniversary of Don’t Be Cruel, the groundbreaking album that transformed him By Victor Flavius • 3 min read From Six Million YouTube Views to America’s Got Talent Standout: Celina Graves Talks New Single “Love Cost (Na, Na),” Mental Health Advocacy, and the Evolution of Her Music Journey Celina Graves' journey has been defined by talent, perseverance, and authenticity. After earning more than six million YouTube views as a teenager and captivating millions as an America's Got Talent semifinalist, the award-winning singer-songwriter has continued to build an impressive career. With her latest single, By Pamela Broussard • 4 min read Culture Paul Brunson and Dr. Liza Paz Resuscitated the 'Married At First Sight Franchise' Paul Brunson is the best thing to happen to the fan favorite reality series in years After watching the season premiere, I’m convinced Peacock didn’t just find a new relationship expert. It found the magic this franchise has been missing all along. For years, Married at First Sight By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Music Calvin Richardson Is Building More Than Hits. He's Building a Legacy. Few artists have navigated the ever changing landscape of R&B with the consistency, authenticity, and staying power of Calvin Richardson. A Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and independent music executive, Richardson has spent decades earning the admiration of fans and fellow musicians through an unwavering commitment to By Kevin Nelson • 3 min read
Culture Black Music Month Spotlight: Darwin Hobbs’ Greatest Gift Was Never His Voice There are singers with incredible voices, and then there are artists whose voices become instruments of healing. Darwin Hobbs belongs in the latter category. For decades, Hobbs has possessed one of the most extraordinary voices in contemporary music. It is the kind of voice that immediately commands attention, effortlessly moving By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Music Did Donell Jones Predict The Future With His Song “Free” Released In 2009? In the landscape of R&B, few artists have aged as gracefully—or as quietly powerful—as Donell Jones, the Chicago-born singer, songwriter, and producer known for timeless records like “U Know What’s Up,” “Where I Wanna Be,” and “You Know That I Love You.” Emerging in By King O’muni Lens • 3 min read
Shahron James Steps Into His Debut Era with "FOCUS" — A Soulful Call to Presence For Shahron James, music has never been about noise. It's about presence. With the release of his debut single "FOCUS," out now, the emerging R&B singer — known to fans as SKJ — is asking us to slow down, tune in, and remember what real connection By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read
Holy1Dove Enters a New Chapter With Church Junkie Vol. 1: A Fresh Sound Born From Faith, Growth, and God's Timing Christian hip-hop artist Holy1Dove is officially back. After months of anticipation, the rising CHH voice has released his brand-new project, Church Junkie Vol. 1, marking his first full-length release since December 2025's Dove & Ty. The project arrives with more than just new music—it By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read
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Culture Bobby Brown’s 35th Anniversary Celebration Was More Than a Concert—It Was a Reunion With a Generation There are few artists whose music can instantly transport an audience back to a specific chapter of their lives. On Friday night, Bobby Brown proved that his catalog still possesses that rare power as he celebrated the 35th anniversary of Don’t Be Cruel, the groundbreaking album that transformed him By Victor Flavius • 3 min read
From Six Million YouTube Views to America’s Got Talent Standout: Celina Graves Talks New Single “Love Cost (Na, Na),” Mental Health Advocacy, and the Evolution of Her Music Journey Celina Graves' journey has been defined by talent, perseverance, and authenticity. After earning more than six million YouTube views as a teenager and captivating millions as an America's Got Talent semifinalist, the award-winning singer-songwriter has continued to build an impressive career. With her latest single, By Pamela Broussard • 4 min read
Culture Paul Brunson and Dr. Liza Paz Resuscitated the 'Married At First Sight Franchise' Paul Brunson is the best thing to happen to the fan favorite reality series in years After watching the season premiere, I’m convinced Peacock didn’t just find a new relationship expert. It found the magic this franchise has been missing all along. For years, Married at First Sight By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
