Artists have covered each other’s music since the inception of music. It is instinctual; you love a song so much—you have to sing it. A welcome sonic contrast to the everyday civilian struggling…
Chasing Heights: An Ode to Following Your Dreams
What is Chasing Heights? “You’re not who you think you are.” That’s what they will tell you. You’ll stand alone in the mirror and ask yourself, who am I? When that moment comes, when those…
Remembering Rapper Chynna Rogers ?️
Philadelphia model-turned-rapper Chynna Rogers died on Wednesday April 8th at the age of 25. The cause of death has been revealed as an accidental overdose. Her manager confirmed the news to various o…
Remembering Rapper Chynna Rogers ?️
Philadelphia model-turned-rapper Chynna Rogers died on Wednesday April 8th at the age of 25. The cause of death has been revealed as an accidental overdose. Her manager confirmed the news to various o…
The Green Interlude – Oghalé Alex
The Intersection Between Pessimism and Optimism. It is the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting. Will or won’t you make it? Having the knowledge that you have absolutely…
MEF’s Favorite Looks from AfroPunk Brooklyn 19
This year, the MEFteam had the opportunity to not only attend AfroPunk but also bless our supporters with 50 free tickets for the weekend. During the weekend we ran into some creative souls and Olivia…
Young, Gifted & Lit : Thutmose Brooklyn’s very own King Tut
With roots based in Nigeria, Thutmose has emerged from humble beginnings and submerged into the grittiness of Brooklyn, New York. The “Ride With Me” rapper, first gained notoriety after hi…
Whoopi Goldberg Uses Medical Weed: Eases Menstruation
The effects of marijuana have long been studied and proven as beneficial. Increasingly more states are realizing the positives effects of weed, not just as a pain killer but to also reduce neurologica…
Alex Mali Releases New Sultry Single, “Faded” with Thutmose
New York’s very own, Alex Mali has released her single, “FADED” along with rapper, Thutmose. Alex continues to exemplify and embody the definition of sultry to a T. The sonics and vi…
MEFSubmission : Black Regality
What does Black Regality mean to me? To me, it speaks of the richness found in our culture as a people. It’s something innate and unyielding in its beauty. I’m reminded of the regality found within. W…
MEF PREMIERE : Yung Baby Tate Shows Us How to Be a Bad Girl in New Music Video
Yung Baby Tate is quickly making her rise to the top of the music industry. After one listen to her songs, it is clear that the multitalented newcomer is determined to make her mark on such a cutthroa…
MEFSubmission : Gloves
Inspired by the elegant and bold fashion trends of the early 90s, ‘Gloves’ explores how a simple accessory can define an entire look. As pop culture and fashion continue to evolve, subtle statement pi…
“Crown of Mystery” by Oghale Ogbaudu
Detangling the Secrets of the Afro. What secrets does your hair hold? “My hair is my confidence. My hair is my beauty. My hair is my pride. My hair is my strength as a black woman. My hair is me.” Gro…
Four Beauty Gurus Dominating the Beauty Industry One Makeup Brush at a time!
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Ranked: 14 Underground Albums of the Year
You’ve probably missed some amazing underground albums that dropped this year. In a year flooded by music there were some hidden experimental, creative, and emotional projects that were certainly stan…
MEF Picks: The Top 10 Movies of 2018
2018 was definitely one of the best years for movies. From a cinematic toss up of Romantic Comedies like Crazy Rich Asians to Thrillers such as Searching, this year featured a lot of diversity. Here&#…
MEF Submissions: Seven Africa-based Creatives That You Need to Know and Support
Africa is a continent brimming with culture and both a continental and intra-continental creative scene that is still being slept on. 54 countries deep, it would not do the continent justice and it wo…
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Make It Personal: 5 Personalized Mother’s Day Gifts Your Mom Will Never Forget
Every year, on Mother’s Day, your mom opens a gift and says she loves it. However, sometimes, you can tell the gift didn’t quite satisfy her. Instead of getting your mom flowers and a card…
Coco Jones Releases Debut Album ‘Why Not More?’
Grammy-winning artist Coco Jones has released her highly anticipated debut album, Why Not More?, marking a significant milestone in her musical career. The 14-track project, released on April 25, 2025…
Prison Love: How Love After Lockup Reveals the Truth Behind Bars
Love has a way of finding people in the most unexpected places—even in prison. While incarceration is often associated with isolation, strict routines, and personal hardship, many individuals have fou…
Trump’s 100-Day Report Card: Inflation, Housing & Immigration Impact
Trump’s 100-day report card is already showing major effects across daily American life. From rising grocery bills to a volatile housing market, the impact is real—and it’s hitting Americans’ wa…
Top Music News: Mariah Carey Headlines, Flo Milli’s Baby Joy, T-Pain on Country Music, and More
From show-stopping festival news to major life updates from your favorite stars, the music world is buzzing louder than ever. Here’s a look at the top music headliners making waves this week! Mariah C…
Tina Knowles Steps Into the Spotlight With Powerful Memoir Matriarch
Tina Knowles, the matriarch behind global superstars Beyoncé and Solange, is stepping into her own well-deserved spotlight with the release of her new memoir, Matriarch. Dropping earlier this week und…
Cornell Cancels Kehlani Concert After Pro-Palestinian Remarks Spark Backlash
Cornell University has canceled R&B artist Kehlani’s scheduled performance at its annual Slope Day celebration, originally set for May 7, 2025. The decision follows significant backlash over…
DEI Rollbacks Spark Backlash: Boycotts and Financial Fallout for Major Brands
In early 2025, several major U.S. corporations—including Target, Meta, McDonald’s, Walmart, and Amazon—scaled back or eliminated their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. These …
Awich Drops “Butcher Shop” with Ferg, Produced by RZA — A Global Hip-Hop Power Move
Awich, born Akiko Urasaki in Okinawa, is a groundbreaking Japanese rapper celebrated for fusing hip-hop with her Okinawan heritage. Her stage name, short for “Asian Wish Child,” reflects h…
What Your Toxic Relationships Say About You (Yes, You)
Let’s keep it real — we’ve all had a toxic ex, messy situationship, or a “friend” who drained the life out of us. And while it’s easy to point fingers at them (and sometimes rightfully so), what if th…
Student Loan Defaults Are Back—Here’s What to Do Now
Starting May 5, 2025, the Trump administration will resume aggressive collections on defaulted federal student loans, ending a five-year pandemic-era pause. This shift could impact up to 10 million bo…
A$AP Rocky Teases New Music in Bunny Costume on Easter
On Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, A$AP Rocky delighted fans by sharing a whimsical snippet of new music on his Instagram Story. Dressed in a bunny costume and surrounded by real rabbits, the Harlem r…