For a long time, black people controlled distilleries and the alcohol industry. The fact that there are only a few black-owned alcohol businesses in the alcohol industry demonstrates how far we still …
The Best “IT Girl” Songs Thus Far
Ravyn Lenae, Leikeli47, Rubi Rose, Megan Thee Stallion, and more have released bomb tracks that make you feel like that girl! The ladies have provided us with different tracks to help us gain confiden…
Step Up Your Shoe Game By Adding These Trendy Shoes To Your Closet!
Summer is slowly but steadily approaching. Crop tops, mini skirts, dresses, and attractive shoes are the order of the season. Finding the right shoe can be difficult, especially when you’re tryi…
These Top 5 Acrylic Nail Trends Will Add Flavor to Your Life!
Nails, nails, nails, nails, nails we do adore! Trends in nail art are an extremely popular and expressive way to accessorize. A dope abstract nail art, ombré set, or even a lovely daisy aesthetic will…
4 Eye-Catching Spring/Summer Fashion Trends!
Now that the harsh days of winter have passed, we can put our winter layers behind us and introduce the new spring/summer 2022 fashion trends into our wardrobe. This season is all about edginess, from…
25 Years and Still Going Strong: How Selena’s Style and Charisma Impacts Culture Today
27 years ago today, we lost Selena Quintanilla, the 23-year-old Queen of Tejano music. Selena, a biopic about the late singers’ life, was released two years after her death. This month makes the film …
Netflix’s Human Resources Shows Us The Wild, Emotional And Anxious Complexity Of Adulthood
If you loved the Netflix sitcom Big Mouth, you’ll enjoy the spinoff series Human Resources. Without giving too much away, this is a raunchy, adult-friendly comedy that dares to explore emotional…
Sis, These Top Three Podcast Are Here To Aid in Your Healing
Finding a safe place to be heard and receive therapy as a black woman can be difficult. In many Black households, mental health is not a common topic of conversation. The unfortunate reality is that B…
Alternative Hip Hop: Outkast Walked So Earth Gang Could Run
Alternative Hip Hop rose to fame in the late 1980s, allowing artists to experiment with musical elements from genres other than hip hop. Most people, however, are unaware of the subgenre’s prese…
New Album Friday: From Afrobeats to Neo Soul to Reggae, Alex Isley and Others Brought The Rhythm
Another week has passed, and artists Alex Isley, Rema, Koffee, and Buddy have all released new albums. These albums are a wonderful blend of neo soul, afrobeats, reggae, and hip hop, and they’re…
New Music Friday: From bLack Party to Zilo, These Artists Need to Be on Your Radar
This week’s artists, who hail from the streets of Arkansas, North Carolina, and London, bring a distinct sound to the table, especially for non-mainstream music fans. These artists should be on …
Keke Palmer and Common Want Reparations In New Movie ‘Alice’
This coming weekend, Keke Palmer and Common will star in a time-traveling thriller titled Alice, written and directed by Krystin Ver Linden. The new release is about an enslaved woman who flees a rura…
5 Women-Led Organizations To Support During Women’s History Month
Happy Women’s Month! This month, we’re thrilled to showcase the innovative and essential work that a variety of women-centered organizations are doing to achieve equality for women of all …
Fresh Music Friday: Lucky Daye, KenTheMan, Koffee, and Others Brought The Vibes With Their New Singles!
It can be difficult to discover new music, especially with so many options. As the weekend nears, what better time to discover some new music? From hip hop to RnB, Neo-soul, dancehall, and alternative…
90s Fashion Meets Today’s Trendiest Looks In Bel-Air Reboot Series
Bel-Air, the reboot of the classic show The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, has sparked a lot of discussion around the incredible fashion that is not only a representation of the original 90s style but also …
From Kendrick Lamar’s Comeback to J. Cole’s Dreamville Fest, The Long-Awaited Music Festivals Are Back!
The time has finally come for music festival-goers. It’s been about two years since those lineups lit up our screens, and the wait is finally over. We’ve got the details and more on Dreamv…
Spice Things Up With These Black Women-Owned Accessories
If you like all things accessories, you’ll love learning about these black women-owned businesses. These products, ranging from jewelry to shoes should be a must-have in your closet. What better…
The South Has Something to Say With These Female Artists
Throughout recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of female rappers. Each artist has a unique flair that perfectly matches their personality and style. However, when it come…
5 Remarkable Black Artists & Their Influence
Happy Black History Month! What a wonderful month to remember not only our triumphs but also the challenges that have shaped us into the people we are today. We rarely hear about the many Black pionee…
The Top Three Motion Picture Soundtracks for Valentine’s Day
Have you ever been completely captivated by a film’s soundtrack? Many memorable motion picture soundtracks bring those pivotal scenes in the film to life. Given that Valentine’s Day is onl…
Valentine’s Day Etiquette: Setting Exceptions As a New Couple For Valentine’s Day
Deciding what to do for your first Valentine’s Day as a couple can be challenging. It’s easy to get caught up in the specifics of the day but it’s far better to discuss them early on…
AMAPIANO TAKEOVER: THE SOUND OF SUMMER!
HISTORY The word “Piano” is the source of the terms “Amapiano” and “Yanos.” It’s a South African vernacular coined by Amapiano makers and musicians in the cou…
7 Ways to Have Fun in Your Own Company!
It can be scary to enjoy your own company at times. You may be unable to explore your own time and space because you are unsure where to begin or are concerned about what others may think. The advanta…
New Albums: What You Should Be Listening To!
With a new week comes fresh, new music. Saba, Adekunle Gold, and Junglepussy have all released new albums over the weekend. From incredibly instrumental healing tracks to afrobeats with a twist, you…
Is It Possible To Have Multiple Valentine’s Day Dates?
Valentine’s Day is approaching, and as we prepare for a romantic meal or a Galentine’s meetup, some of us will be spending this wonderful day with multiple people. Let’s be honest, w…
6 Effective Ab Workouts To Fire Up Your Core!
Your core plays a critical part in your ability to lift, better your balance, climb stairs with ease, run quick or long distances, and so much more. But what is the CORE, exactly? All of the abdominal…
Emerging Artist Pap Chanel Releases New Music Video For “Bipolar”
Pap Chanel, aka Pretty and Paid, has just released the video for “Bipolar,” the second official single off her recently released #1 project, “Pretty & Paid 2.0,” on 4th and…
10 Iconic Songs That Are Turning 20 Years Old This Year
Some of our favorite songs from the decade are turning twenty years old as we settle into 2022. Twenty years of iconic songs that have inspired us with memories, dances, and videos! These ten classics…
Top 5 Artists You Should Add To Your January Playlist!
Because January is often a month for starting anew, I thought it would be a terrific idea to feature independent artists. Finding non-mainstream talent is absolutely my cup of tea as someone who appre…
New Year, New Closet!
It’s time to clean out your closet and start anew in the New Year. There is no better feeling than organizing your space but, if you’re like most people, you’re not sure where to sta…
Bring In The New Year in style With These Classic Pieces!
It’s only a few days until New Year’s Eve, and finding something to wear to ring in the New Year might be challenging. With so many factors to consider, such as destination and specific at…
This Holiday Season, Get Creative With These 5 Black-Owned Businesses!
It’s that time of year once more! Holiday shopping season has arrived, and it’s time to start thinking about how you might “wow” your loved ones with creative gifts. Shopping f…
HANIFA FW21 Brings The “Dream” To Her Hometown!
Anifa Mvuemba of Hanifa, is an independent designer, debuted her first in-person runway collection earlier last week with a bang. During the pandemic, she created a virtual 3D fashion show that shook …
Autumn/Winter Fashion Trends You Need!
Fall is finally in the air, which means we can start bringing out our favorite Autumn/Winter pieces and take this opportunity to refresh our existing wardrobe. Whatever you choose to do, I wanted to s…
Rico Nasty & Flo Milli Come Together In “Money” Music Video
Everybody say, “Heyyy, we want some money!” Thursday, Rico Nasty debuted the video for her new single “Money,” which features Flo Milli. She samples the hook from 2 Live Crew…