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Rapper Ja Rule is Now an Uber Driver

Each year, Foot Locker makes a series of hilarious commercials to celebrate their “Week of Greatness.” In this spot, rapper Ja Rule, who has had his share of career highs … Read more

Mocha Man Style Blogger and Social Media Mixer at The Gite Gallery

Join us on Sunday, November 6, 2016 for a Blogger & Social Media Mixer. Hosted by Frederick J. Goodall of Mocha Man Style, this fun event will be held at … Read more

The Roots Release, “Bittersweet,” Music You Can Taste

“I started as a trendsetter and I’m still one” – Black Thought, The Roots The Roots are hip-hop pioneers. Not only have are they the premier hip-hop house band, but … Read more

Director Justin Tipping’s Feature Film KICKS is Shockingly Raw and Remarkable

In director Justin Tipping’s feature debut film KICKS, 15-year-old Brandon longs for a pair of the freshest sneakers that money can buy; assuming that merely having them on his feet … Read more

Ravyn Lenae Updates Her Magnificent EP, “Moon Shoes,” with Two New Songs

In February, we profiled an amazing young artist, Ravyn Lenae, in our monthly 5 Indie Artists You Should Hear column. Born and raised on Chicago’s often turbulent south side, the … Read more

My Experience with Surfing and Why More Black Men Should Surf

As a young boy, I never had much exposure to water sports. Sure, I’d go to the beach or a friend’s pool party, but I never participated in activities such … Read more

Suicide Squad Character Profile: Will Smith as Deadshot

“Don’t forget. We’re the bad guys.” – Deadshot Will Smith knows a thing or two about playing a superhero on screen (see Hancock). In the new film, Suicide Squad, Smith … Read more

Freedom Over Texas is a Showcase for Great Music

Every year, Houston holds a huge 4th of July Celebration called Freedom Over Texas. In addition to honoring Independence Day, the event showcases many talented musical acts. This year, headliners The … Read more

5 Indie Artists You Should Hear – July 2016

Thanks to the internet, we have access to more songs than ever before. However, the glut of music can make it difficult to find new artists that we really like. … Read more

The Africa Channel Honors the Legacy of Nelson Mandela with Ubuntu Awards

This is a sponsored post; while the views expressed here were genuinely mine, consideration was paid to me by The Africa Channel’s Ubuntu Awards For the tech-savvy among us, the … Read more