{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 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 Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson What Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson’s Breakup Reveals About How Black Men and Women See Love Differently “Klay smart. Bag Meg to get more hoes then when you tired of Meg, just cheat so she can break up with you. 😂 Very well played." That was comedian Lil Duval’s take. Quick, matter-of-fact, and to a lot of men, completely rational. Across the timeline, a very different By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read 20 Years Later, Michael Jackson Remains #1 Proving He Mastered “The Secret” Before The Rhonda Byrne Ever Put It In A Book Reading a colleagues piece about the Michael biopic, introduced me to Michael Jackson’s handwritten notes detailing his plan for his project after 'Off the Wall'. The personal manifesto affected me much more than I expected, almost like by reading these very public but very personal letters allowed By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read The Black Effect Podcast Festival Was A Reminder That Black Media Is Not Losing Our Voice, We’re Rebuilding And Restructuring It I didn’t walk into the Black Effect Podcast Festival this weekend expecting to feel anything beyond a good time. I came as a podcaster seeking information, not as media, not with a checklist, just to take it all in. But somewhere between the first panel and the last conversation, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read Could The 2026 King Of Sports Weekend Be The Set Up For The Return Of Queen Bey? Why Derby Weekend Feels Like the Start of Beyoncé’s Next Era As a horse lover and owner, the Kentucky Derby presents one of the most anticipated weekends of the year. The Derby is not just a race, it’s a cultural ritual complete with elegance, fashion, spectacle, and a By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read Grammy-Winning Powerhouse Benito Gonzalez & Drum Legend Jeff “Tain” Watts Light Up The Velvet Note for Two-Night Jazz Experience – May 1 & May 2 The acclaimed The Velvet Note continues to elevate the live music experience with an exclusive two-night engagement featuring pianist Benito Gonzalez and drummer Jeff "Tain" Watts on Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd, with showtimes at 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM each night. The Velvet By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read Vincent M. Ward delivers a powerful, chilling performance in The Step Daddy. Vincent M. Ward Delivers A Standout, Bone-Chilling Performance In Psychological Thriller “The Step Daddy,” Premiering On Digital/VOD April 28 Acclaimed actor, writer, and producer Vincent M. Ward returns in his most intense and psychologically charged role yet with the upcoming thriller The Step Daddy, which will be released by Lionsgate on Digital and VOD April 28, 2026. CLICK TO WATCH TRAILER Best known for his breakout performance as “Oscar” By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
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
Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson What Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson’s Breakup Reveals About How Black Men and Women See Love Differently “Klay smart. Bag Meg to get more hoes then when you tired of Meg, just cheat so she can break up with you. 😂 Very well played." That was comedian Lil Duval’s take. Quick, matter-of-fact, and to a lot of men, completely rational. Across the timeline, a very different By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
20 Years Later, Michael Jackson Remains #1 Proving He Mastered “The Secret” Before The Rhonda Byrne Ever Put It In A Book Reading a colleagues piece about the Michael biopic, introduced me to Michael Jackson’s handwritten notes detailing his plan for his project after 'Off the Wall'. The personal manifesto affected me much more than I expected, almost like by reading these very public but very personal letters allowed By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
The Black Effect Podcast Festival Was A Reminder That Black Media Is Not Losing Our Voice, We’re Rebuilding And Restructuring It I didn’t walk into the Black Effect Podcast Festival this weekend expecting to feel anything beyond a good time. I came as a podcaster seeking information, not as media, not with a checklist, just to take it all in. But somewhere between the first panel and the last conversation, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Could The 2026 King Of Sports Weekend Be The Set Up For The Return Of Queen Bey? Why Derby Weekend Feels Like the Start of Beyoncé’s Next Era As a horse lover and owner, the Kentucky Derby presents one of the most anticipated weekends of the year. The Derby is not just a race, it’s a cultural ritual complete with elegance, fashion, spectacle, and a By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Grammy-Winning Powerhouse Benito Gonzalez & Drum Legend Jeff “Tain” Watts Light Up The Velvet Note for Two-Night Jazz Experience – May 1 & May 2 The acclaimed The Velvet Note continues to elevate the live music experience with an exclusive two-night engagement featuring pianist Benito Gonzalez and drummer Jeff "Tain" Watts on Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd, with showtimes at 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM each night. The Velvet By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Vincent M. Ward delivers a powerful, chilling performance in The Step Daddy. Vincent M. Ward Delivers A Standout, Bone-Chilling Performance In Psychological Thriller “The Step Daddy,” Premiering On Digital/VOD April 28 Acclaimed actor, writer, and producer Vincent M. Ward returns in his most intense and psychologically charged role yet with the upcoming thriller The Step Daddy, which will be released by Lionsgate on Digital and VOD April 28, 2026. CLICK TO WATCH TRAILER Best known for his breakout performance as “Oscar” By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
