Posts by Nana Aduba-Amoah
DJ Spinderella shares professional experiences at virtual workshop
Before DJ Spinderella became a world-renowned icon, she was a musically inspired student trying to make it in the Big Apple. The former Salt-N-Pepa member spoke with Thornwood High School…
Read MoreEn Vogue’s Rhona Bennett gets candid with students about entertainment industry
A small group of motivated, native Chicago scholars who are attending colleges across the country huddled around their computers on Monday, Jan. 25, eager to hear actress and member of…
Read MoreWalter J. Tucker, founder of LiveThe.Biz, excited about new IGTV series
Launching a career in the music industry can be difficult for up-and-coming artists, but music education platforms like LiveThe.Biz are dedicated to assisting aspiring entertainers and professionals in kick-starting their…
Read MoreCEO and founder Marli Crowe discusses C. Suite’s new collection
Rising unemployment rates are beginning to change the traditional work environment, but fashion brands like C. Suite offer young professionals the confidence to visualize themselves climbing the corporate ladder. Founded…
Read MoreChicago rapper K$tack discusses his new album, mental health and motivation
K$tack has taken on his passion and delivered it to the world with his latest release Awakened. Awakened is the result of a tumultuous time in his life. An extremely…
Read MoreSCJR Productions presents scholarships, awards at back-to-school showcase
While some students and parents might be debating the options of remote or in-person learning, other families are struggling with the ability to afford an education during this global…
Read MoreKeke Palmer and SCJR Productions host virtual workshop with Chicago students
Actress and vocalist Keke Palmer shared insights about struggles she has overcome in the entertainment industry with a group of Chicago high school and college students. On Monday, Aug. 10,…
Read MoreSCJR Productions awards 8 scholarships to Chicago students
Although the coronavirus pandemic caused all Chicago Public Schools to close earlier this year, it could not shut down Stanley Coleman Jr. Productions LLC’s 4th annual College Scholarship Drive Fashion…
Read MoreStudents display beauty and brains at SCJR Productions scholarship drive
In the wake of the Chicago Public Schools’ budget cut concerns, local organizations such as Stanley Coleman Jr. Productions LLC serve as a liaison in offering free arts and music…
Read MoreChicago rapper Chella H discusses new music
Chicago femcee Chella H emerged on the music scene during the city’s drill hip-hop era. She has collaborated with the likes of other notable local and national rap artists like…
Read More7 movies whose characters impacted Black culture in 2019
In 2019, Black cinema became an outlet to project modern social and political issues. Some Black characters and film producers explored themes of injustice and racism with a twist of…
Read More7 Black women artists who stepped up for progress in 2019
2019 was a successful year for Black female artists. We witnessed the culture react to a new wave of artists who challenged stereotypes of women in almost every genre of…
Read MoreLizzo’s haters want to be like her
Lizzo is in a complicated relationship with fame. As she gained mainstream success with the release of her third album, Cuz I Love You, in April 2019, fans quickly embraced…
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