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Singer, songwriter, producer, businessman, and father are all words that can be used to describe J. Brown, an R&B artist on the rise. Brown has put in work to study his craft, which resulted in him singing to Wyclef Jean early on in his career, as a part of a group […]

Artist J. Brown Discusses Music, an Upcoming EP, Touring with ...

March 12, 2021 in Entertainment / Interview / Music tagged Interview / J. Brown / Music by William Carter

Jalil Wright, AKA Runituprawww, is an artist, producer, artist developer, and website designer. A creative in various ways. He played trombone, piano, xylophone, drums, a little bit of trumpet, and violin growing up. This added to his love of music as he’s currently in the process of making his own label called […]

A Conversation with Black Creative Jalil Wright: Artist, Producer, and ...

March 1, 2021 in #NewArtist / Black Creatives Matter / Culture / Interview / Music tagged Black Creative / Black Creatives Matter / Jalil Wright / Music / Philadelphia / Production by William Carter

Musician, writer, educator, philanthropist, and family man Alex Harris has made waves during this global pandemic. Harris released his Frequency EP, put together a virtual release party, and just released “Every Day Will Be Like A Holiday,” his holiday single. Faith, education, music are things Harris’ parents instilled in him, and […]

Alex Harris Gets Personal on Life, Music, and Philanthropy (Interview)

January 1, 2021 in Entertainment / Interview / Music tagged Alex Harris / Interview / Music / Social Justice / Soul by

Emerging Columbia, South Carolina artist Courtney J is sure to be well known. Preparing for her debut album, J has been able to express herself fully through the music. Inspired by Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, Brandy, and more, you can hear the smoothness and melodies in her songs. J is ecstatic, […]

Courtney J Talks Upcoming Debut Album, Influences, Musical Growth & ...

August 28, 2020 in Entertainment / Interview / Music tagged Courtney J / Interview / Music by William Carter

Ralph Tresvant is an OG in the game, and rose to fame as the lead singer of the iconic group, New Edition. Tresvant is going back to the solo career after taking some time, but timing is everything. “It feels great. Feels like a longtime coming…it’s tough in the game right […]

Ralph Tresvant Talks New Single “All Mine,” ‘The New Edition ...

July 13, 2020 in Interview / Music by William Carter

Music connects us all. Whether you produce it, or just consume it. There’s a special middle ground that helps bridge the gap between an artist and their fans. A music journalist can provide insight, and provoke thought. They can push the boundaries, while still being respectful. Antwane Folk is a voice […]

An R&B Conversation with Music Journalist Antwane Folk (Interview)

June 30, 2020 in Interview tagged #BlackMusicMonth / Interview / Music / R&B.Antwane Folk by William Carter

As a three-time Showtime at the Apollo winner, Omar Wilson has thoroughly worked on his career, leading to the confidence of a true entertainer. He has shared the same stage many iconic artists touched, worked with legends in the industry, and did things his way. All of which led into titling […]

Omar Wilson Talks Being “The Black Sinatra,” Working with Legends, ...

June 22, 2020 in Interview tagged #BlackMusicMonth / Interview / Omar Wilson / R&B by William Carter

Born and raised in the Westwood area of South Memphis, TN, Porcelan was raised around music. It’s ingrained in the culture of Memphis, home of many great acts like KoKo Taylor, K. Michelle, Three 6 Mafia, and where artists like B.B. King and Isaac Hayes began their music careers. Porcelan had […]

Porcelan Speaks on What Inspires Her, Latest Single “Act Out,” ...

June 16, 2020 in Interview by William Carter

Dyana Williams is one of the co-creators of Black Music Month, but her experience, career, and passion go beyond one month. You want to know how far back her love of music goes? Williams has a scar on her head from playing with a radio that fell at the age of […]

Co-Creator of Black Music Month, Dyana Williams is Important for ...

June 1, 2020 in Interview by William Carter

For decades, mental health has been ignored within the Black community. Depression, trauma, PTSD, and more are things that have not only been passed down from generation to generation but is also a product of our environment. Working through issues and traumas take a lot of work, but Mike Hill has […]

Exclusive: Mike Hill Talks “Open Mike” Memoir, Mental Health Advocacy, ...

May 30, 2020 in Interview tagged Book / Cynthia Bailey / Memoir / Mike Hill by William Carter

Shawn Stockman is a part of the legendary group Boyz II Men, a group that can still bring generations together. Although he has reached a high level of success as a group, it’s now his moment to shine as a solo artist. His debut album Foreword tells a story, an introduction […]

Shawn Stockman Talks Debut Album ‘Foreword,’ Importance of Telling Your ...

April 10, 2020 in Entertainment / Interview tagged Boyz II Men / Music / Shawn Stockman by William Carter

To know the name Tamika Scott is to know good R&B. Being a part of the 90s R&B group Xscape set her on a path of trajectory that can’t be matched. Xscape has been through a lot, but all members have prevailed, and are successful individually. Scott has recently released her […]

Tamika Scott Talks Music, Entrepreneurship & Finding Confidence as a ...

April 6, 2020 in Interview tagged Interview / Tamika Scott by William Carter

While working the Urban One Honors red carpet, we got the chance speak with Mona Scott-Young, and Dr. Gina Paige. Scott-Young spoke on the Love & Hip Hop brand, and how Dr. Paige and AfricanAncestry.com helped her gain knowledge on her cultural roots. Love & Hip Hop has been on for […]

Mona Scott-Young Speaks on Love & Hip Hop, and How ...

December 30, 2019 in Entertainment / Interview tagged love & Hip Hop / Mona Scott Young / Urban One Honors by William Carter

Eric Benét has been an important artist for the culture, giving multiple R&B bops throughout his long-lasting career. While walking the red carpet for the Urban One Honors before performing, we got the chance to speak with Benét. Despite all his hits, he humbly says his most monumental moment, musically, has […]

Eric Benét Says Writing for Earth, Wind & Fire is ...

December 27, 2019 in Entertainment / Interview tagged Eric Benét / Urban One / Urban One Honors by William Carter

TJ Jackson is embarking on his solo career. After dropping “Insomnia” and “I Don’t Deserve This,” this year, Jackson is ready to do things his way. While at the Urban One Honors red carpet, we got the chance to speak with Jackson on his music, and family. Coming from an immensely […]

TJ Jackson Speaks on His Solo Career & The Jackson ...

December 21, 2019 in Entertainment / Interview tagged Music / News / TJ Jackson by William Carter