Behind The Lens: Shareef Stradford
In today’s digitized era, music and photography go hand and hand, whether that be through visual efforts or capturing live concerts. Shareef Stradford, better known as Whoisreef, is a multifaceted music and events photographer who’s worked with some of hip-hop’s biggest names while bui
In Conversation With: Melan
DMV-based singer-songwriter Melan shocks the world with her soul-striking EP, A Cool Girl Dream. In many ways, Melan has proven to be the rose that grew from concrete. After releasing her debut single “Full Moon” in 2020, Melan has been hitting the ground running with back-to-back anthems. Carvi
Telfar To Restock For Bag Security Program III
Telfar is a genderless fashion label who over the course of the pandemic, has become a staple in the fashion community and gained numerous co-signs from big names like Beyoncé. Founded by a queer, self-taught Black designer in New York, Telfar Clemens, the brand is most known for their high-quality
Gucci Introduces Their First-Ever Eye Shadow Palette
Over the past few months, Gucci Beauty has expanded its line of beauty products with luxe eyeliner, lip liner, and several shades of primer and foundation. Now, we get a look at their first-ever eyeshadow palette aptly titled Palette Beauté Des Yeu. It arrives with 12 satin, metallic, and matte sha
Meet PXNKPOWER Designer Kendra D
Kendra D is a young fashion maven with style and taste. Since a child, she’s been very passionate about clothing and how it makes her feel sexy and empowering. Taking that passion and transforming it into something that everyone can enjoy, she started her boutique PXNKPOWER in 2018. The brand
Nija Releases Her New Single “Finesse”
Fresh off her stellar debut single, “Ease My Mind (Come Over),” everyone’s new favorite songstress Nija returns with a smooth, straight-talking new single, “Finesse.” This time, she has a searing message for an ex who has a way of finessing his way back into her life, despite her best
Yasmin: The ‘Daylight / Savings’ Interview
If you haven’t heard of singer-songwriter Yasmin, hopefully you’ll be familiar with the artist soon. A rising star in the New Jersey music scene, she began making music at the age of 19 and gradually gained herself a fanbase on social media, where she shared some of her early work includ
Listening Party Recap: Lute Previews ‘Gold Mouf’
This past week, prominent Charlotte rapper Lute hosted a listening party for his forthcoming LP Gold Mouf. The project boasts a handful of features from artists including JID, Saba, WESTSIDEBOOGIE, and Ari Lennox amongst many others. He’s done a good bit of promotion, further increasing the ea
Naira Marley Shares New Song “First Time In America”
Closing summer on a high note, Nigerian rap sensation Naira Marley released a stellar new single on Nigerian Independence Day. Aptly titled “First Time in America,” the record serves as one of the first records off of his forthcoming debut album, God’s Timing Is The Best. “Fi
Chase B Drops New Video “365” Featuring GT & Babyface Ray
Texas artist and producer CHASE B is back with another banger! This time, he’s teamed up with some of the hottest rappers across Detroit and Chicago for his latest single. “365” boasts features from none other than Babyface Ray, Zona Man, and GT along with an accompanying video. Th
