From the red dirt fields of Grambling State, where every swing carries the weight of history and every slide into home plate is a testament to grit, Kyle Walker embodied the dreams of countless HBCU ballplayers. His audacious leap from
From the red clay of Valdosta, Georgia, to the pulsing streets of Houston, Texas, UNKLEMIKE is forging a path that’s part sermon, part cipher and entirely soul. He’s not your typical artist — he’s a genre-bending griot, infusing rap, R&B,
When I sat down with Craig A. King, music executive, educator and co-founder of Rap Plug Academy, his energy was electric, like someone who knows he’s standing at the intersection of legacy and future. For King, this summer isn’t just
Some might know her from her very informative appearance on “The Breakfast Club,” Aquarius Maximus is no longer flying under the radar. The visionary technologist, astrologer and spiritual strategist is captivating global audiences by connecting dots that many never thought
When B. Simone walks into a room, the energy shifts — and that’s exactly what happened at Camille Rose’s Juneteenth celebration in Atlanta. The comedian, entrepreneur and all-around creative powerhouse was in rare form as co-host of a night that
Janell Stephens didn’t just create a beauty brand — she answered a divine call. As the founder and CEO of Camille Rose, she built what she calls “the number one texture hair care brand” by fusing Black excellence, entrepreneurship and
When Dr. Chike Akua steps into a room — or cracks open a page — he brings with him thousands of years of ancestral wisdom. In his groundbreaking book, The African Origins of Our Faith: Pan-African Principles of Spiritual Unity,
Every Friday is fresh, but not every Friday is Fresh Friday. In this week’s episode, host Ric Mathis sat down with Brother Bedford — a name synonymous with entrepreneurial insight, digital innovation, and Black empowerment — to talk about his
There’s a new animated gem streaming on Amazon Prime, and it’s more than entertainment — it’s a feel-good fly-by packed with purpose. Smiley the Flight Attendant, the brainchild of Atlanta’s own Sonia Jenkins, is a 10-minute animated film that elevates
In an era where algorithms shape artistry and AI threatens authenticity, Panama City-bred and ATL-planted artist 4G is choosing a different route — one paved with pain, purpose, and 100-percent organic energy. As the CEO of Grand Box Entertainment, 4G
Timbaland, the legendary beatmaker who helped define the sound of an era, just stepped into the future — and it’s got folks in their feelings. The producer recently unveiled TaTa, the first AI artist under his new venture, Stage Zero,
This year’s Father’s Day Weekend wasn’t just about cards, cologne, or cookouts—it was a celebration of Black men’s health, wholeness, and healing. And at the center of this cultural reset was Portia Benbow, founder of DiaBeating The Odds, who is
When freedom meets faith and flavor, you get something electric—and that’s precisely what happened at Elizabeth Baptist Church’s very first Juneteenth Festival in Atlanta. Led by the unapologetically bold Bishop Craig Oliver and fueled by the soulful presence of gospel
Quavo of the chart-topping hip hop group Migos is using his platform for something deeper than platinum plaques. The Atlanta rap star is the founder and driving force behind the Rocket Foundation — a grassroots initiative aimed at delivering real,
When we talk about Black excellence, too often the conversation misses the quiet giants — the men building legacies of love, responsibility, and spiritual strength behind the walls of their homes. This Father’s Day, Rolling Out shines the spotlight on
When Dr. Michael V. Roberts speaks, he doesn’t just drop gems—he drops generational blueprints. The St. Louis-born business titan has built an empire of more than 100 companies spanning real estate, media, aviation, and tech. He’s taken companies public—including the
On a day when the spotlight often shines on barbecue grills and ties, Dr. Travis Barber reminds us what real fatherhood looks like. Not the kind measured in dollars or diplomas — but in presence, accountability, and an unwavering will
Today, Atlanta mourns the loss of D.R.E.S. Tha Beatnik (Divine Real Essence of Sound), affectionately known as “Dres the Beatnik,” who died on June 9 at 51. A master beatboxer, MC, event host and cultural historian, Dres, born Andre K.
In a city where creativity spills from every block, Artful ATL is putting a fresh stamp on what it truly means to celebrate Atlanta’s ecosystem. This isn’t just another gallery night with champagne and polite applause—this is a space designed
Video credit: @chikinart Forget the noise, the endless scroll and the pressure to keep up. There’s a different rhythm pulsing through Atlanta, one that whispers of stillness, introspection and unapologetic authenticity. At the heart of this resonant shift are two
