Author: Xander Zellner

Getting braids in the summertime is a culturally recognized tradition that Black people from every corner of the diaspora can relate to. During the summer, silk presses, blowouts and other heat-based styles are rendered all but useless as the temperatures rise, humidity increases and water-based activities make their presence known. Traditionally, these styles would look […]

Koe Wetzel is officially a Billboard Hot 100-charting hitmaker, as his new single “Sweet Dreams” debuts on the chart dated June 1 at No. 47. Released May 17 on YellaBush/Columbia Records, the song debuts with 10.9 million official streams and 3,000 downloads sold in the U.S. in the week ending May 23, according to Luminate. […]

Fashion’s Superbowl has come and gone, and as we reflect on both the iconic and less-than-memorable looks that flooded the tealed-out carpet at the 2024 Met Gala, we’d be remiss to skip over the beauty moments that accompanied these all-out looks. This night of fashion flair and extravagance naturally has all eyes on the surplus […]

We can’t get enough of seeing Usher, ever. The singer has been making his rounds, and we’re here for it. Monday night we saw him hit the Met Gala green carpet looking nothing less than his usual suave self in custom Alexander McQueen. The night’s theme was “Garden of Time” which fits because Usher is […]

Three powerhouse voices in entertainment are making major moves. Through his deal with Univeral Studio Group, Jordan Peele is working in collaboration with Monkeypaw Productions, a cutting-edge production company, for Peacock. Tyler Perry and Devon Franklin have formed an alliance at Netflix. Peele is set to executive produce Monkeypaw Productions’ untitled Black Cowboy docuseries. This series […]

Morris Brown College, an HBCU in Atlanta that recently overcame losing its accreditation in the early 2000s, is extending a helping hand to the graduating seniors of Benjamin E. Mays High School. By offering full admission to all graduating students, Morris Brown College is aiming to provide quality educational opportunities for young Atlantans from minority […]

The rays are getting warmer, and this May is bursting with incredible page-turners by Black authors. The View co-host Sunny Hostin continues to feed our summer reads with the third book in her Summer Beach series. Darius Rucker, a pioneer in Black country music, reveals the intimate moments of his life in his new memoir. […]

Students at HBCUs are known for their impeccable style and always being fashion-forward. Whether they’re rocking a $2000 designer fit or a more affordable $200 look, they always manage to look their best on campus. TruBlu Legacy is the Black-owned brand here to equip these students with extra drip for the closets. TruBlu Legacy is […]

Jeezy attended the premiere of Hip Hop & The White House at Metrograph in New York City. The documentary, which is now airing on Hulu, reveals how hip hop has left an indelible mark on politics and examines the relationship with young people, rap music and their politics. The Keke And Jimmy Show Keke Palm […]

“It’s not bragging if you can back it up!” Bold words once delivered by the legendary Muhammad Ali, and when it comes to his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, he’s not lying, boo! This place makes you want to grab a mint julip, toss on a fascinator or fedora and revel in the opulence you truly […]