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As editor and publisher, I receive a staggering amount of pitches for this column everyday. The artists who demonstrate they have remarkable talent and business acumen are going to get my attention. Talent alone is not enough to be successful. It is a business after all. J. Lye has both of the aforementioned qualities, demonstrated…
D. Weathers has a future. With his versatility in styles and unique approach to crafting well-thought out songs, many argue that he may be the All-American answer to a certain Canadian actor turned singer rapper recording artist [Drake]. Representing the Poughkeepsie AKA Power Kingdom, the emerging talent shares his past, present and future. Remember, you…
When it comes to female artists in hip-hop, you constantly hear about Lil Kim, Foxy Brown, and more recently Nicki Minaj. While they all have had their moments of immense prosperity and fame, none rival the overall career of a certain southern belle. With over a decade of respectable sales, spotlight stealing features, and support of…
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you have at least heard of the Oxygen Network’s infamous Bad Girls Club. . Whether partying with friends or schooling a roommate on mutual respect using a lamp or stilettos, one cast member stood out above the rest. Introducing Wilmarie Sena, the undisputed sexy free spirited brawler of Season…
All urban lit authors are not equal. While the market has grown over saturated with new authors, Sa’Rese proved she had what a most lack-originality. Following the success of her critically acclaimed 2009 debut novel Stripping Asjiah, Sa’Rese returns to literary game with her highly anticipated sequel after a two year hiatus. Despite her hectic…
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There are two things that determine a person’s success, talent, and opportunity. Big Sean knows their value firsthand. After years of perfecting his craft, when the opportunity to make his dreams come true had arisen, he was well-prepared. Taking time from his hectic schedule, the Good Music artist shared his childhood, inspirations, and arguably the…
Referred to as the “hottest chick in the game,” DJ Blazita is establishing herself both statewide and on the international scale. Best recognized for her 90’s “Sex and the City” mixtape series, Blazita has emerged to rock out on two turntables and a microphone, being awarded at this year’s Latin Mix Awards for Best Female…