As the world’s operations and life as known to everyone came to a screeching slowdown, over seven billion people got an unexpected courtside view to what seemed to mirror many previously created movies. Grappling with complex new norms that resulted from disrupted social, political, and economic systems, the virus’ wide-ranging and relentless impact quickly became…
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GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Season 2 – Episode 3: Ralph “rEN” Dillard | Hosted by Fallon Victoria
Ralph “rEN” Dillard began drawing at a very early age. In 2006, the well-known visual artist began to unleash his passion for painting in the German-town section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Over the years, experience coupled with spiritual enlightenment has helped rEN master his artistic talent while allowing him to flow in the art of unlearning….
ROOTS AND CULTURE REGGAE BAND ROYAL KHAOZ JOINS 9 MILE MUSIC FESTIVAL LINEUP – LATEST SINGLE “SHOW ME YOUR MOTION” NOW ON TIDAL RISING: REGGAE PLAYLIST
(Monday, February 25 – New York, NY) – Rising roots and culture reggae band, Royal KhaoZ, has officially joined the line up of 9 Mile Music Festival taking place in Miami, Fl on Saturday, March 9. They will be joining the likes of Nas, Julian Marley, Barrington Levy, Shabba, Sizzla, Spice, Capleton, Busy Signal and more. The guys recently opened up for The Skatalites at Brooklyn Bowl in New York…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Season 2 – Episode 2: The Arc of Freedom & Social Justice Foundation Art Festival and Film Screening | Hosted by Fallon Victoria
The Arc of Freedom and Social Justice will be sponsoring their first event at Tougaloo College in Jackson, Mississippi. This free event will screen the upcoming film “Respect Our Black Dollars” and offer a sneak peek of the film “George Raymond Thirst for Freedom”. CLICK HERE TO CLAIM YOUR FREE TICKET NOW!!! The Arc of…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Season 2 – Episode 1: Tambra Cherie | Hosted by Fallon Victoria
Southern Laced spoke with Radio/TV personality, Entertainment News reporter, author, and host on 97.7 FM Tambra Cherie about the release of her first book, Surrounded By Sin, Grounded By Love. In our previous interview with the Midday radio personality, we learned about her successful career, which has landed her celebrity interviews and positioned her on the…
ROYCE 5’9” TACKLES ADDICTION WITH NEW VIDEO FOR TRACK “COCAINE”
(January 18, 2019) Royce 5’9” releases the new video for his track “Cocaine,” today. The song will see its TV premiere on BET Jams this Sunday, January 20th. “Cocaine” is a deeply personal song which tackles the subject of addiction in a very thoughtful way. Directed by Safehouse, the video amplifies the heartbreaking yet uplifting…
Southern Laced Interview with Yolanda Owens: the Skincare Chef of iWi fresh Farm-to-Skin Spa
SOUTHERN LACED spoke with Yolanda Owens Skincare Chef about iWi fresh Farm-to-Skin Spa in Atlanta, Georgia. As a college student, the Skincare Chef began making chemical-free skincare products for herself and friends with the knowledge she gained from her grandmother, who treated family illnesses with nutrition and self-made herbal remedies. During an interview with SOUTHERN…
GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast | Episode 8 |Actress LeCourtney Young-Harness | Hosted by Santana
Actress, speaker, entrepreneur and talk show host, LeCourtney Young-Harness stopped by the GET LACED… LET’S TALK! Podcast to discuss her role in the Soujourner Truth short documentary, “Seed of the Free”. With over 15 years as a professional actress, the Louisiana Film Prize Festival nominee is known for her roles in Get on Up, Cadillac…
Southern Laced attends Scottie Willis & R.E.A.P.’s Album Release Party
Thursday night, I had the pleasure of attending the Scottie Willis & R.E.A.P. “The Live Experience” album release party. It was an amazing experience. The beautiful music and live performance by this group of talented singers was music to my ears. From beginning to the end, their angelic voices captivated my soul. Not only did R.E.A.P. sing…
Southern Laced Takes Five With Creative Visual Artist Daphne Curry
Working IT support might be her day job, but being a Creative Director is her dream. Daphne Curry started dancing around the age of three in a variety of genres. Born and raised in Augusta, Georgia, she fell in love with the art, which has taken her places like Scotland and London. During an exclusive…
GStampz talks to CileoJewel about her new project “Novelty” and more!
I recently became aware of singer, rapper and producer CileoJewel’s music online. I was impressed by her talent and unique approach to music. I recently got the opportunity to talk to her about her music, background, and new EP, which you can listen to below. Here’s what she had to share with Southern Laced… Q:…
INTERVIEW: Kendra Bell talks to Miss Black Mississippi USA 2018 about the essence of beauty, pageant must-haves, and her platform Project Jamila.
Most ladies search and find the perfect pageant dress months prior to the competition. Going on instinct, Imani Harris decided to change her evening gown at the last minute. Following her gumption, eloquently adorned in a black lace ensemble, Miss Harris sashayed away with the title of Miss Black Mississippi USA 2018. A junior public…
INTERVIEW: Kendra Bell talks to Author Felica Kelly-Brookins about her first Christian fiction novel, Sister Nadeen’s Ways, the Write the Vision-Writers Conference, and the Inspired Resources Writers’ Club
Who does God say you are? How do you know when He has called you to something? The guiding or edging of the Lord may come as a still small voice, then gradually escalate above the decibels of the human voice, and finally, combust into a loud thunderous sound of “I have called you to…
INTERVIEW: Southern Laced talks to Joey Robinson from Gospel recording group Joe Robinson and Faithful about their new single “Nobody’s Fault But Mine” and more!
I had the privilege of speaking with Mississippi’s own Gospel recording group Joe Robinson & Faithful. Joey Robinson shares insight into how the group came about, what their most memorable performances were, their new single “Nobody’s Fault But Mine”, and what we can expect from the group in the near future. Here is what he…
SOUTHERN LACED TAKES FIVE WITH TONY T. YARBER
Tony T. Yarber was born in Jackson, Mississippi and raised in the west Jackson neighborhood known as Subdivision #2. Yarber, who is the Pastor and founder of Relevant Empowerment Church and former Mayor of Jackson, Mississippi, is a renowned motivational speaker and a pioneer in leadership development. He is also the author of Man Tips:…
SOUTHERN LACED TAKES FIVE WITH HOT COP BYLYNN HATCHER
In the midst of chaos during Hurricane Irma, Bylynn Hatcher emerged as one of the #HotCops from the Gainesville Police Department. Although social media was taken back by his dashing good looks, those who know him best can attest that he’s just as beautiful on the inside. As a cop for four years, not only…
Interview: Santana talks to Sandra Smith about her work in the music industry and what it was like to work with Aaliyah and other major artists!
I had the pleasure of speaking with Sandra Smith, who has been in the music industry for over twenty years. She has worked with some amazing artist, such as India Arie, Kem, Brian McKnight, Erykah Badu, Lil’ Kim, and the late, great Aaliyah, just to name a few. She has also worked directly with the…
Interview: Gboogie Talks to Kobe Singleton about his favorite songs, opening up for Brian McKnight and more!
I had the great opportunity to interview R&B artist Kobe Singleton and get some insight on his latest release “When I Lie”. We also discussed what inspires him as an artist. Kobe, a Mississippi native, has performed with and opened for some of the biggest names in contemporary R&B. Read the interview below to learn more……
PinkFest!: Stylist L. Roy Talks to Assistant Producer and Casting Director Angel Lee about Friends of Survivors’ Annual Pink the Runway Show on Oct. 8th
Confidence is not segregated by race, gender, height, social enigmas, social statues, etc… Instead, confidence is excluded by the individual. It is an acquired trait; one that you learn through repeated sessions in front of your mirror expressing, “You can do this.” – Angel(a) Lee’s motto Friends of Survivors will be hosting its annual breast…
Interview: Santana Talks To Conscious Rapper/Lyricist Kyle Knight About His Latest Release ‘Hey Sister’ and More!
“My goal is to create music that all ages can enjoy and be inspired by, [sic] to me, it’s telling a story that paints a mental picture in your mind. I want folks to not only listen but also feel what’s going on while I lay out the stories in my songs. I won’t rap…
SOUTHERN LACED TAKES FIVE WITH 97.7 MIDDAY PERSONALITY TAMBRA CHERIE
Tambra Cherie is a Radio/TV personality, Entertainment News reporter and host on 97.7. The Midday radio personality, who is also the weekly host of Relationship Hour, can be found on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube at Tambra Cherie and http://www.thebeatofthecapitol.com.
Happy Birthday, Chaka Khan!
Chaka Khan is a Legend of the Decade! Even after all these years, she still looks just as beautiful as ever. Honestly, I need to see what kind of water she’s drinking so I can look as young as she does when I get her age. I didn’t hear about Chaka Khan until I was…
G-Boogie Talks to Former Marine and Hip-Hop artist Big K
I was inspired to do an interview with Big K (aka Killah Kizzle) when I witnessed his dedication and consistency when it comes to his music and constantly improving his craft. Check out what he had to say about his music and his time in the military below. Q: Tell our readers a little bit…
Person of the Week: Actor, Writer and Producer Jesselynn Stegall
I was able to interview actor, writer and producer Jesselynn Stegall about her new film “PK” last Sunday, which was the night of the Oscars. With Viola Davis giving an emotional and exciting acceptance speech for her Best Supporting Actress win, and Moonlight winning the biggest award of the night for Best Picture, it’s amazing…
Osez Le Foulard’s African Head Wraps
Tell us about yourself. What is Osez Le Foulard? My name is Dk Ange. Ange means ‘angel‘ in English. I like to define myself as an African queen as a promoter of the beauty of African ladies. This is why I started everything around the head wrap. This is why I started the movement. And this…
