BLACK&GIFTED

Interview: Nigerian Genre-Bender, Ayüü Discusses Naija’s Music Scene, The #EndSARS Movement, And Mixtape, “Ayüüniverse”

Ayüü is a Nigerian singer and songwriter based in Abuja, Nigeria. With sounds from R&B, Pop, Funk, Hip-Hop, and Afrobeats as well as musical influences like Burna Boy, Michael Jackson, and SZA, one can’t help but appreciate his artistic range and genre fusing genius. Read more as Ayüü takes a no filter approach in discussing his artistry, the music industry, Nigeria’s social and political climate, and his 2019 mixtape that was revealed to him in a dream titled, “Ayüüniverse.”

Lifestyle

If She Can, I Can: Friendship For Dummies, The Best Advice You Never Asked For Part 4

Here’s the true tea: you can’t be friends with someone you’re jealous of! Choosing inspiration over jealousy in your friendships sets you on the path to helping your girls and yourself become more than you could have ever imagined. Read more.

Music

Interview: Q.G. The BlacKnight Discusses Being An Independent Artist In Arkansas, Musical Influences, And Album, “The Blackprint”

Q.G. The BlacKnight takes up space as an indie artist in Arkansas and is comfortable with who he has grown to become—”My goal isn’t trying to be the biggest cat in the room. I’m just trying to be one of the most well known.” Q.G.’s knowledge of self is admirable, as he is a champion for artist individuality and authentic self expression, which is what his album represents. Read more as Q.G. The BlacKnight peels back the layers of his musical journey as a southern independent artist, his musical influences, where Arkansas stands in the music industry, and a breakdown of his latest album, “The Blackprint”.

Features

Interview: Demetris Ford Talks Fitness, Entrepreneurship, And Fatherhood

Demetris Ford is an entrepreneur with confidence that is so contagious. The Magnolia, Arkansas native and now Dallas, Texas resident flexes his versatility in various industries from fitness to roofing.

Features

Interview: Poet And Author, Kendra Robinson Discusses Self-Discovery And Debut Book, “Headspace”

Kendra Robinson, a Virginia native, is a poet and author whose work is centered around self-expression, reflection, and discovery. Through poetry, she invites readers to experience an array of emotions without doubt and void of limitations.

Music

Review: JXY True Releases Album, “No Death, No Art”

Oxford, North Carolina Native, JXY True released a 15-track album titled, “No Death, No Art”, an artistic expression detailing the sacrifices JXY was forced to make in order to become a better individual. Without laying his ego to rest, there is no art—no rebirth. Read more for Terrionna’s take on the album.