SOUTHERN LACED spoke with Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Calvin Richardson about his musical career before he decided to become a solo artist. As a young boy, “The Prince of Soul’s” musical career included singing in his mother’s local gospel group. Before his solo career, Richardson was a member of the R&B group Undacova, which included…
Meghan Markle’s Best Red Carpet Moments
Meghan Markle’s Best Red Carpet Moments source So, the long-anticipated royal wedding finally took place, and it was all that one could expect from a royal wedding and more. The fact that there was a church gospel choir that sang Stand By Me was just icing on the diversity that dominated this wedding. Aside from…
CARDI B AND THE CARTERS LEAD NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2018 “VMAS” AIRING LIVE ON MTV MONDAY, AUGUST 20 AT 9:00 PM ET/PT FROM RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL
July 16, 2018 03:02 PM Eastern Daylight Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–MTV today announced nominations across all gender neutral categories for the 2018 “VMAs.” The list includes dozens of artists whose reach and influence have elevated music’s relevancy within the cultural conversation. Cardi B received nods in 10 categories, including “Video,” “Song” and “Artist of the…
Metro Atlanta to Honor The Isley Brothers with Proclamation and Day in Their Name
(Atlanta, GA, July 12, 2018) – Metro Atlanta will honor the iconic The Isley Brothers with a proclamation and Day in their name this Saturday, July 14th during their show at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre. Commissioner Natalie Hall has said that Fulton County Board of Commissioners will declare Saturday as The Isley Brothers Day. Brothers Ronald and Ernie Isley will receive the proclamation for the group’s over six decades in…
National Minority Awareness Month: Rebbie Jackson’s Daughter, Yashi Brown, Discusses Her Bipolar Disorder
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health, over 70% of Black/African American adolescents with a major depressive episode did not receive treatment for their condition. As a result, the HHS Office of Minority Health encourages us to educate our community…
WATCH: 49er’s Marquise Goodwin Surprises His Mom and Sister with a New House
Marquis Goodwin, a wide receiver with the Francisco 49ers, shared a touching video on Instagram capturing the reactions of his mother, Tamina, and his sister, Deja, as he unveiled the brand new residence he’d bought for them. Inside the video, Goodwin, who signed a three-year $20 million dollar contract extension earlier this year, can be seen…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK “HOT TOPICS”: Santana talks about Luz Gonzalez, LeBron James going to the Lakers, Lee Daniels’ shade towards Monique, and more.
If you’re ready for some good ole tea, then you might want to sit back and put this podcast on repeat. It’s Hot Topics… and the streets stay talking and stay stalking celebrity lifestyles, news, and real-life situations. Today, we discussed Luz Gonzalez, LeBron James switching to the Lakers, and so much more! Tune in every…
How to Choose a Swimsuit Based on Your Body Type
Photo by Dc Lovensky on Unsplash Even though there’s still a lot of time before summer comes, the truth is that buying a new swimsuit is a never-ending issue that bugs us even in the middle of winter. That’s exactly why you should start looking for it right now, and you may even find a…
GStampz talks to singer and activist Ayanna Gregory about growing up with her father Dick Gregory, meditation, the importance of eating healthier, and more!
I had the awesome opportunity to interview activist, educator, and singer Ayanna Gregory. As the daughter of trailblazing comedian and activist Dick Gregory, she has lived a very interesting life. She recently performed at The King Center’s Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Ecumenical Commemorative Service in Atlanta, Georgia along with guest speakers Dr. Bernice A….
GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Episode 5: The Soul Experience Weekend Kickoff
SOUTHERN LACED spoke with Jesse Thompson, who is the Founder of the Jackson Music Awards, about The Soul Experience Weekend. For the past 44 years, Mr. Thompson has watched this event grow from marketing by word of mouth and radio announcements to modern day podcast and other social media platforms. In an interview with SOUTHERN…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK “HOT TOPICS”: Santana talks about Faith Evans & Stevie J’s shocking marriage announcement, Karlie Redd’s engagement, 50 Cent vs Everybody, Demi Lovato’s hospitalization, and more.
If you’re ready for some good ole tea, then you might want to sit back and put this podcast on repeat. It’s Hot Topics… and the streets stay talking and stay stalking celebrity lifestyles, news, and real-life situations. Today, we discussed Faith Evans and Stevie J’s unexpected marriage, 50 Cent against everybody, Demi Lovato’s hospitalization, and…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK “HOT TOPICS”: Santana talks about 50 Cent vs Papoose, Tamar Braxton vs her no-show band vs Tank, Beyoncé pregnancy rumors, and more.
If you’re ready for some good ole tea, then you might want to sit back and put this podcast on repeat. It’s Hot Topics… and the streets stay talking and stay stalking celebrity lifestyles, news, and real-life situations. Today, we discussed 50 Cent and Papoose’s girly fight, Tamar going off on her no-show band and Tank…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Episode 4: Fashion Mississippi Week | Hosted by Santana
With a walk as fierce as Naomi Campbell and Tyra Banks combined, Angel Lee has become a fashionable force to be reckoned with. The CEO of Angel Lee Modeling (Talent) is a model, runway coach, casting director, production assistant, event producer and talent agent. Over the course of her modeling career, she has appeared in…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK “HOT TOPICS”: Santana talks about the BET awards, Drake’s double album, passing of Joe Jackson death, and more.
If you’re ready for some good ole tea, then you might want to sit back and put this podcast on repeat. It’s Hot Topics… and the streets stay talking and stay stalking celebrity lifestyles, news, and real-life situations. Today, we discussed the passing of Joe Jackson, Drake’s double album, and so much more! Tune in every…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK “HOT TOPICS”: Santana and GStampz talk about Everything Is Love album, reactions to XXXtentacion’s unexpected death, and more.
If you’re ready for some good ole tea, then you might want to sit back and put this podcast on repeat. It’s Hot Topics… and the streets stay talking and stay stalking celebrity lifestyles, news, and real-life situations. Today, we discussed the passing of XXXTentacion, Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s new album, and so much more! Tune in…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Episode 3: Jake Wil | Hosted by Santana
Mississippi’s own singer and rapper Jake Wilbourne, better known as Jake Wil, grew up around a family of musicians and singers. So it wasn’t a surprise when he gained fan momentum with his cover of Bryson Tiller’s Exchange, which was effortlessly filled with his unique style and melodic harmonies.
Chic Green Living Space Ideas
Green interior design is not only beneficial for the environment, but it’s also infinitely stylish. It helps us create healthier, more inspiring homes that exude tranquillity and serenity. By making your home eco-friendly, you’ll both contribute to the environment preservation and invite nature’s elegance, peacefulness and effortless beauty to your sanctuary. Natural area rugs for…
WATCH: The 2018 “MTV Movie & TV Awards” Hosted by Tiffany Haddish Scores Double Digit Increase with 3.371 Million Total Viewers; Most Social Show on All of Television
June 19, 2018 07:10 PM Eastern Daylight Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hosted by Tiffany Haddish, last night’s “MTV Movie & TV Awards” scored a 21% increase across the simulcast with 3.371 million total viewers. Compared to the same networks which aired the show last year, below are the 2018 “MTV Movie & TV Awards” ratings and…
Female Entrepreneur Motivation Basics
Photo by Melody Jacob on Unsplash On some days, it only takes one look at the humble smile of J. K. Rowling to instantly feel the writer’s block melt and make way for the chapter intro of the century. Then there’s Wednesday, when you take a glance at Sara Blakely’s achievements and see them as…
Hydration 101 – All You Need to Know to Keep Your H2O Intake Right
Water is one of the sources of life, that much we know – even the human consists of about 60 percent of it. We know it’s the key to leading and living a long and healthy life (along with other mandatory healthy diet and lifestyle choices). Still, at times it seems that we know very…
Win Free Tickets To The 2018 Jackson Gospel Explosion featuring: Erica Campbell, Paul Porter, Jekalyn Carr and Small Fire
Southern Laced is giving away two free tickets to the 2018 Jackson Gospel Explosion. Don’t miss out on your chance to win tickets to see Erica Campbell, Paul Porter, Jekalyn Carr and Small Fire!
GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Episode 2: Urban Mystic | Hosted by Santana
Many people know Urban Mystic as the “little man with a big voice”. Tonight on GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast, the vocal powerhouse known for his hit singles, “I Refuse” and “Where Were You” talked to host Santana about his start in the music industry and his partnership with Coors Light, which highlights his latest single, “Be Mine”.
Millennials and Beauty
People who belong to the millennial generation are slowly but surely changing the world and introducing different concepts when it comes to lifestyle and general mindset. In that respect, it’s no wonder that the beauty aspect of it all has seen some dramatic changes as well. Buying less and cruelty-free support Millennials are not that…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Episode 1: Juneteenth on Farish Festival & Parade 2018 | Hosted by Santana
SOUTHERN LACED spoke with Keyana Hawthorne and Monique Mapp of Legacy Builders Inc. about the history of June 19, 1865, which is also known as Juneteenth, Freedom Day and Juneteenth Independence Day. Many African Americans, both young and old, have never heard of the day that celebrates the freedom of the last slaves in America.
Armed with almost invisible pages of the U.S History book, Hawthorne and Mapp shared their knowledge in a detailed conversation with SOUTHERN LACED host Santana for the GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast.
Hip-Hop Artist Dee-1 and Sallie Mae Host 5K Race to Help Fund College Scholarships
“If you find your slingshot, use it.” – Dee-1 Dee-1 is no stranger when it comes to touring high schools in an effort to promote college planning and financial responsibility. So it comes as no surprises that the Hip-hop artist, who is known for his viral hit “Sallie Mae Back”, has teamed up with Sallie…
INTERVIEW: Southern Laced talks to James Mtume about his legacy, Reggie Lucus, and social media’s impact on music
Southern Laced recently spoke with James Mtume, Grammy Award-winning Songwriter, Producer, Activist, radio personality and all around icon, about activism during the turbulent 60’s era movements, years performing with Miles Davis, and chart-topping R&B years as founder of the band Mtume. After he was featured on TVOne’s Unsung, a documentary series which takes a look at…
Top 5 Brands You Should Have on Your Fashion Radar This Season
If you’ve got style in your blood (which we’ll assume you do), looking good these days isn’t hard at all. With a plethora of exquisite fashion brands around, every girl is now given the opportunity to explore her fashion tastes, challenge her approach to fashion and shop online for brands she could only dream of…
