Author: Xander Zellner
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Inayah discovered her passion for singing at the age of two and penned her first song by the age of ten. While she always harbored ambitions of success, she never anticipated the magnitude of her achievements. From captivating audiences with viral covers of Ella Mai’s “Boo’d Up” to gracing the big screen alongside Tyler Perry, […]
Seven years after releasing her first string of songs on streaming services, Chappell Roan is now officially a Billboard Hot 100-charting artist. The pop singer-songwriter earns her first entry on the April 20-dated Hot 100 with “Good Luck, Babe!” The song, released April 5 via KRA International/Amusement/Island/Republic, opens at No. 77 with 6.6 million official […]
In the ’90s and early 2000s, Black female artists faced expectations to fit into the R&B mold, both in their music and their appearance. However, some women refused to be confined by these expectations, choosing instead to explore alternative sounds and styles. These trailblazers sought to break free from the constraints of the industry, incorporating […]
Black creatives attending fashion week shows bring a distinctive flair to the streets of cities worldwide, infusing their unique style and cultural influences into the fashion landscape. From New York to London to Milan and Paris these creatives showcase a rich tapestry of creativity, blending high fashion with streetwear in innovative ways. Their outfits often […]
Here are the moments that made this year’s awards one to watch. The 96th Academy Awards started strong with former supporting Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o introducing Da’Vine Joy Randolph as one of the contenders for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar. Randolph, who has dominated the awards season for her role as Mary, a grieving mother […]
Noah Kahan is officially the No. 1 songwriter in the U.S., as he tops Billboard’s Hot 100 Songwriters chart (dated Feb. 10) for the first time. Kahan rises 2-1 thanks to two writing credits on the Hot 100: “Stick Season,” on which he’s the sole credited writer, at No. 12, and “Northern Attitude” with Hozier […]
Flo Milli’s “Never Lose Me” tallies a third straight week at No. 1 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 chart (dated Feb. 3), while Good Neighbours’ breakout debut single, “Home,” opens in the top five. The TikTok Billboard Top 50 is a weekly ranking of the most popular songs on TikTok in the United States […]
Tommy Newport is a newcomer to not just the Billboard Hot 100, but all Billboard charts, thanks to his guest appearance on 21 Savage’s “Red Sky.” The track, also with Mikky Ekko, debuts at No. 57 on the latest Jan. 27-dated Hot 100 with 8.4 million official U.S. streams in its opening week (Jan. 12-18), […]
Kickstart 2024 in Greater Fort Lauderdale, the gem of southeast Florida! Immerse yourself in a world of vibrant events and festivals, from jazz and food and wine fests to activities filled with Afro-Caribbean culture. Greater Fort Lauderdale is your ultimate destination for endless fun and unforgettable experiences. Here are five incredible activities you won’t want […]
Ask Jacquel Spivey what color he likes to wear on Wednesdays, and he’ll tell you. “It’s something bright. I love looking like a box of crayons sometimes,” he spills. “But my favorite color is sky blue. So I’m gonna put that on the table.” It’s all about the pink right now for Spivey, who won […]