When Johnny Venus of the hip-hop duo EarthGang took the mic at the Blavity Compass Experience, it wasn’t to drop bars — it was to drop truth: real talk about yoga, the body, the mind and the spirit. He wasn’t
As host of “Fresh Fridays” at rolling out Studios, I get to sit down with some of the dopest thought leaders, creatives and change-makers shaping our culture. But this episode right here? It hit different. I had the honor of
Some people are born to do business. For Bcriss — also known as Branden Criss — that truth hit different in the most unexpected of places: the club. On a recent episode of “Fresh Friday hosted by Ric Mathis,” I
King Malachi doesn’t just walk into a room—he arrives with purpose. A towering figure draped in authenticity, legacy, and lyrical fire, he carries a voice steeped in Southern gospel, tempered by life’s trials, and inspired by divine frequency. With over
There’s a movement happening in hip-hop—and DJ Trendsetter Sense, born Brandon Douglas, is at the forefront. Known as one of the original architects of the legendary Gangsta Grillz mixtape series, Sense is now navigating a bold new chapter—this time guided
For the first time in cinematic history, Haitians are no longer just the subject—they’re the storytellers.Director Robenson Lauvince made a powerful statement with the debut of his explosive documentary July 7: Who Killed The President of Haiti, which opened to
The East Point Downtown Commons pulsed with energy on May 28 as Wednesday Wind Down in the Point returned with a star-studded lineup and a crowd eager to embrace the soulful spirit of Southern hip-hop. This highly anticipated summer concert
With heartfelt emotion and triumphant energy, Pinky Cole, the trailblazing founder of the Slutty Vegan empire, unveiled her latest creation: Voagies, a bold new vegan sub shop concept that officially opened its doors this week. The launch marks not only
At the world’s biggest robotics conference — ICRA 2025, held in Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center — the buzz wasn’t just about cutting-edge tech. It was about purpose, passion, and people. One voice stood out: Professor Monroe Kennedy III, a
Glenn Toby, Ph.D.—known to the streets as Mr. Sweetie G and to boardrooms as a philanthropic force—sat down with Ric Mathis on rolling out‘s Fresh Fridays to deliver what can only be described as a masterclass in living with purpose.
In a city synonymous with Black innovation, entrepreneurship, and culture, The Gathering Spot (TGS) is once again raising the bar. Nearly a decade after opening its first location at Northyards, co-founders Ryan Wilson and TK Peterson are expanding their vision
In a world where the journey is often just as powerful as the destination, Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks is living proof that grit, vision, and community can turn humble beginnings into a national legacy. What started in a 700-square-foot gas station
On Sunday evening, May 8, the Backstage Lounge in Georgia was buzzing with creativity, conversation, and cinematic celebration as Dr. Jerome Dorn — founder of In the House Media — hosted the second edition of Indie Cinema Night. The event,
In a global beauty industry often saturated with chemically-laden formulas and outsourced narratives, R&R Skincare stands as a radiant exception — an African-born, African-owned brand rewriting the rules through purity, provenance, and purpose. Founded in Ghana by Valerie Obaze, R&R
Rolling out Studios turned up the volume and tuned into the soul with the latest episode of Fresh Friday, hosted by award-winning producer Ric Mathis for rolling out Studios. This week’s featured guest? None other than Ross Fleming—artist, actor, writer,
🎧 Opening Hook What happens when the soul of Ohio’s funk collides with the digital pulse of AI? You get Major, The Music Curator—a sonic alchemist blending ancestral rhythms with futuristic tools to craft immersive musical experiences that resonate from
When the beat drops and the lights dim, what truths remain hidden in the silence? Cassie Ventura, once the muse behind the music, now stands as a beacon of courage, illuminating the dark corridors of an industry that often silences
When CEO Brie, the dynamic founder of The Spoiled Brat Life, walked out of esthetician school in 2018, she wasn’t thinking small — she was thinking spa empire. The Atlanta-bred beauty boss has transformed her early hustle — selling hair
The second day of Week 2 in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial unfolded like a psychological thriller, with the courtroom gripped by the chilling testimony of star witness Cassie Ventura. What began as a tale of a young woman swept
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the corner of Headland and Delowe transformed into sacred ground as hip-hop royalty, community leaders, and fans gathered to honor one of Atlanta’s greatest cultural architects, Rico Wade. The unveiling of a permanent monument at
