Posts by Kristina Mitchell
DaniLeigh discusses KTSE tour, coming up in the industry, and new music
Danielle “DaniLeigh” Curiel is a fresh face to the music industry as a newly signed artist to Def Jam, but she is no stranger to the world of entertainment. The…
Read MoreDetroit witnesses 1st show for Teyana Taylor’s KTSE tour
Teyana Taylor had fans shook when she announced she’d immediately be headlining her very own tour titled “Keep That Same Energy.” Previously, Taylor was on the “Later That Night Tour”…
Read MoreCast of ‘Power’ shined bright on the red carpet at world premiere
Photo gallery: Aaron J. Thornton/Red Carpet Images On Sunday, July 1, fans of the Starz television series “Power” will gather in front of their big screens to sing their favorite…
Read MoreDetroit Kappas distribute scholarship and grant during Night Kap
The distinguished gentlemen of the Detroit Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc, recently hosted their fourth annual Night Kap with this year’s theme being The Official Segue To…
Read MoreNas and Erykah Badu take us on a nostalgic trip to the ’90s
Nas and Erykah Badu took us back to the ’90s during their recent show at the Chene Park summer concert series in Detroit. While classic joints such as “The World is…
Read MoreGrammy-nominated Ro James kicks it about new music, childhood memories and more
The Grammy Award-nominated Ro James gave rolling out the “green light” to exclusively kick it with him, shortly after his performance that was held on Saturday, June 9th in Detroit…
Read MoreJhene Aiko, Big Sean, Ro James, Yuna start summer concert series at Chene Park
The Chene Park summer concert series kicked off its first show, featuring headliner Jhene Aiko, along with Ro James and Yuna on Saturday, June 9. As an opening act, Yuna…
Read MoreMedia Girls on Tour takes on Detroit
A new platform has taken hold in the media world, one centered on feminism and women’s empowerment, to showcase all that women bring to the medium. Media Girls on Tour is a…
Read MoreMusic industry insiders talk ‘Movement of Music’ during Google panel in Detroit
The direction of the music industry no longer requires a major record label to validate “hot” new music artists. Nowadays, music technology is on the verge of replacing the record…
Read MoreTasha Green 1st Black woman elected to city council in Westland, Michigan
Tasha L. Green has devotedly supported her community during her 14 years of residency in the Detroit suburb of Westland, Michigan. Whether it was attending city council meetings, raising awareness…
Read MoreElijah Connor reflects on working with Tee Grizzley, new music and love
Elijah Connor is breaking the internet with his hit single, “Mill Ticket,” featuring fellow Detroit artist Tee Grizzley, giving the city another win. This energetic, hip-hop club banger was produced by…
Read MoreSinger Zoey Clarke beats mental illness, shares how she gets creative
As a mental health advocate, singer, producer, and EDM (Electronic Dance Music) DJ, Zoey Clarke, takes initiative in raising awareness about mental health, not only throughout the music industry, but…
Read MoreCreator of the Detroit Underground Hip Hop Awards drops jewels on indie artists
Diarra Collazo, aka Uncle P, is a DJ, and hip-hop pioneer from Detroit. After attaining his degree in music entertainment management from the Art Institute of Atlanta, Uncle P took what…
Read MoreDetroit holds 4th annual Underground Hip-Hop Awards
Detroit is on the radar for being one of the best underground hip-hop spots for rap fans in the country. As such, in true Motown fashion, Detroit continues to crank…
Read MoreDetroit lets freedom ring for MLK Day with Jesse Jackson, Anthony Hamilton
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, Grammy Award-winning singer Anthony Hamilton and songstress Melanie Fiona were among those who gathered in Detroit to celebrate the birthday of the late Dr. Martin Luther King…
Read MorePolo Frost discusses opening for Jeezy and getting 7M hits on YouTube
Gaining a mass amount of YouTube viewers was not on the radar of 27-year-old Deonte “Polo Frost” Grantham when launching his music career. This Ypsilanti, Michigan native has made an…
Read MoreThe Detroit Lions and NFL alumni honor Detroit PSL athletes
Hard work on the football field is starting to pay off for some Detroit high school juniors and seniors. On Thursday, Dec. 14, nine outstanding high school football players were…
Read MoreDevvon Terrell explains what being a ‘weirdo’ really means
YouTube sensation Devvon Terrell prides himself on being a “weirdo” who’s not afraid to be himself without any inhibitions. The 28-year-old Brooklyn, New York, native has been deemed by Forbes…
Read MoreDetroit pays homage to the late, great J Dilla with ‘Jaydee Made This’ tour
Detroit’s beloved James “Jay Dee” Yancey, a.k.a J Dilla, a.k.a John Doe, will always be remembered for being one of the most legendary producers in hip-hop history period. Dilla’s talent,…
Read MoreDetroit celebrates ‘8 Mile’ 15th anniversary
Just 15 years ago, Marshall “Eminem” Mathers made his movie debut in the hit film 8 Mile on Nov. 8, 2002. The movie was deemed a success, earning over $51M in…
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