For any couple, planning their wedding should be a rewarding and fun experience, and you surely would want to avoid getting all bogged down by the decisions you have to make (even for the tiniest details). The first and the most important decisions you have to make about your grand wedding are choosing the right…
WATCH NOW: R&B SUPERSTAR TANK RELEASES “WHEN WE REMIX” VIDEO
Earlier this year, Tank dropped the “When We Remix” featuring labelmate Trey Songz and Ty Dolla $ign. Soon after, his single “When We” was officially certified gold by the RIAA. In an interview with Vulture, the 42-year old R&B shared, “I want artists from my generation to not feel like it’s over. As long as you still have…
Fashion Week-Inspired Beauty Looks
Although the preparations and behind-the-scenes entail a lot more work than we see on the runway, for us, it’s all fun and games (by games we mean trends, of course), and there is no doubt that the level of fun increases when we focus on the faces and beauty details. After all, we might not…
Fifth Annual All ATL Show to Feature 112 * Jagged Edge * Silk * FABO * Ying Yang Twins Wolf Creek Amphitheatre Atlanta, GA
ATLANTA, GA (March 12, 2018) The annual All ATL Show, which usually sells out, will return to Wolf Creek Amphitheatre, in Atlanta, GA, on Saturday, July 7, 2018. Grammy-winning quartet, 112 and Grammy-nominated group, Jagged Edge will co-headline. They will be joined by the highly celebrated, R&B quintet, Silk, Grammy-nominated duo, Ying Yang Twins, and FABO. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, March 13th at 10am EST!! Tickets start at $45…
Budget-Friendly Tricks Interior Designers Use to Create Luxurious Looking Spaces
Are you always sighing about interior design magazine covers or home décor TV shows? You want to make your place look exactly like that, but you’re well aware that you can’t afford half of the furniture and decorative elements famous designers use to create such luxurious spaces. Don’t fuss about that, there are some budget-friendly…
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…
New York Fashion Week Style Inspiration
From Oscar de la Renta’s splendid new pieces to Carolina Herrera handing the torch to Wes Gordon after her very last personal collection, the New York Fashion Week was certainly full both of excitement and excellent clothes. For all us fashion lovers, most of the pieces seen are a real inspiration, and we can’t wait…
Sasha The Diva’s ‘Paint Sip Socialize’ Opens on March 3rd | Atlanta, GA
ATLANTA, GA (March 1, 2018) Radio Personality, Author and Entrepreneur, Sasha The Diva, will open her Paint Sip Socialize (PSS) doors with a plethora of talented artist instructors lined up to teach, guide and help you uncover those hidden passions in a creative and fun environment. Cool and edgy meets spunk and flair! This is…
R&B VOCALIST LEDISI ANNOUNCES THE “LET LOVE RULE TOUR” FEATURING MELANIE FIONA & TWEET
Los Angeles, CA – February 27, 2018) Twelve-time GRAMMY® nominee and R&B vocalist Ledisi is excited to hit the road once again as she gears up to headline the “Let Love Rule Tour,” which kicks off on May 24 in Raleigh, NC, at the Ritz and culminates on June 17 in Dallas, TX, at the…
The Unstoppable Tiffany Haddish to Host “2018 MTV Movie & TV Awards” on Monday, June 18 at 9:00 P.M. ET/PT
Tiffany Haddish to host “2018 MTV Movie & TV Awards” (Photo: Elton Anderson Jr.) February 22, 2018 05:43 PM Eastern Standard Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–MTV today announced that actress, comedian and New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Haddish will host the “2018 MTV Movie & TV Awards” on Monday, June 18 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. The…
“POWER” ACTOR OMARI HARDWICK PRESENTS TANK WITH THE GOLD PLAQUE ONSTAGE AT THE BARCLAY CENTER
(New York, NY- February 19, 2018) R&B superstar Tank is celebrating his newest accomplishment with the success of his single “When We” being officially certified gold by the RIAA. On Saturday, February 17 in front of screaming fans during the “Ladies Night R&B Super Jam” at the Barclay Center, “Power” star Omari Hardwick presented Tank…
Must-Haves: Home Essentials for 2018
Regardless of whether you are buying a new house and thinking about your dream décor, selling your current home and want to make it more appealing to home buyers or you just want to update your interior, it is always a good idea to incorporate some of the freshest interior design trends. While nothing beats…
How to Capitalize On Your Creative Talent
Talent is one of those terms that we’ve heard a lot either in reference to us or those around us. Talent comes in all shapes and sizes. Perhaps you can memorize pages upon pages of poetry. Maybe you’re particularly skilled at wood carving. We use talents in our daily lives, turn them into hobbies, utilize…
African Hairstyles Throughout History
The U.S. haircare market is enormous. In 2016 alone it was estimated to be worth just over $83 billion. Of that $83 billion, the African American hair care market made up over $2.5 billion. While that’s only a small piece of the hair care pie, it’s still incredibly significant especially when you consider the lengths…
WATCH NOW: RAPPER DEE-1 RELEASES NEW SINGLE “LOVE ALWAYS WINS” FEATURING SEVYN STREETER
Nashville, TN- February 16, 2018) New Orleans rapper Dee-1 is excited to release his new single and video for “Love Always Wins” featuring Sevyn Streeter, which premiered via BET Jams and Singersroom.com. A constant mantra for Dee-1, the single talks about fighting the distraction of everyday struggles that we all go through with love and kindness…
Third Annual ATL Soul Life Music Festival Announces Line-up Ledisi, Eric Benét, Anthony David, and Raheem DeVaughn: Day 1 Lalah Hathaway, Will Downing, Avery*Sunshine, and Eric Roberson: Day 2
ATLANTA, GA (February 16, 2018) The annual festival which drew over 10,000 music lovers the first two years will, once again, take place in Atlanta, GA on the scenic grounds of Wolf Creek Amphitheater. Twelve-time Grammy-nominated songstress, Ledisi and Five-time Grammy Award-Winning artist, Lalah Hathaway will headline this highly anticipated Memorial Day weekend event. On day one, the celebrated R&B recording artist,…
Premiere: GStampz releases new poetic freestyle “Symbols”
“We often see our life through the perception of symbols.” – Gstampz GStampz continues to bring poetry to life with beautiful lyrical content coupled with an awesome array of dope beats. During the month of January, he successfully reintroduced himself to the world with the premiere of his freestyle song entitled “If I Could Meet…
The Best Spring Fashion Trends
The arrival of a new year may mark the beginning of life changes, but when it comes to fashion, hope and innovation definitely come with the spring lines. Winter does give us a masterclass in layering, but it is spring that swoops in with those vibrant colors, unexpected prints and patterns to shake us up…
Social Media Influencers Dazzle Offline at the BET Social Awards
Last night, BET Networks presented their first Social Awards. The event focused specifically on social media icons, from Instagram megastars to YouTube creators. Michael Blackson, a Ghanaian-born American actor and comedian, hosted the show, which included nominee categories such as Best Tea, Issa Wave, Social Hustle, LMAO!, Clapback, Best Podcast, Mood AF, and BaeWatch. An…
3 Trendy Looks for Curvy Women
When it comes to shopping, finding plus size fashionable pieces can sometimes be a chore. Although there are specialty stores that cater to curvy women, some may find the selection limited and/or boring. That’s why we decided to link up with former Southern Laced Beauty of the Week Chay Crews to give you three looks…
I sometimes get these moments: Personal Piece
“I already know that I must accept my differences, not as an ailment [as suggested by others], but instead to embrace that, though I am different with many layers, my diversity and uniqueness is not something to be ashamed of. Rather, it is something that I should cling to as it is and has always…
‘House of Cards’ and ‘The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks’ Actor Reg E. Cathey Dead at 59
Netflix’s House of Cards actor Reg E. Cathey has passed away at the age of 59. The Emmy-winning actor, who is known for his roles in The Wire, Oz and The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, transitioned at his home in New York surrounded by family and friends. According to TMZ, Cathey had…
MULTI-GRAMMY NOMINATED SINGER/SONGWRITER/PRODUCER STOKLEY PERFORMS AT THE BOUNCE TRUMPET AWARDS
New York, NY- February 9, 2018) Fans of the multi-Grammy nominated singer, songwriter and producer Stokley will be able to catch the hitmaker this weekend as part of the 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards. Hosted by film and television stars, Larenz Tate and Erica Ash, the Trumpet Awards are an all-star celebration of African American leaders…
Chat & Chew: A Field Trip for 50 African American High School Males to The National Center for Civil and Human Rights Museum
ATLANTA, GA (February 9, 2018) To commemorate Black History Month, three local organizations have teamed up to take 50 teenage males from Southwest High School and Northeast Health Science Magnet High School in Macon, GA on a field trip to the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta, GA. This day-long trip will provide the students with…
Get Your Wardrobe Ready for the Spring of 2018
Photo by Alex Sorto on Unsplash Every single year, designers keep surprising us with their ideas, twists and comebacks. And just when we thought it doesn’t go any further than this, the spring 2018 fashion week happened. With that being said and without further ado, here are this season’s must-haves according to high fashion runways….
