June 2025
“The Great Muzzle: Def Jam, UMG, Drake’s Lawsuit, and the Chilling Effect on Hip-Hop’s Soul”
Drake’s legal battle with UMG isn’t just a personal vendetta—it’s a potential landmine for hip-hop culture. Legal scholars have sounded the alarm, warning that a victory for Drake could set a dangerous.
“From Turntables to Storytelling: DJ Short is Remixing the Legacy of West Coast Hip-Hop”
Through his work on The Estelle Show and the launch of “Liner Notes With DJ Short” in early 2025, he has amassed an audience of over 90,000 followers through various social media platforms that are interested in cultural history and the exploration of music. With his presence on social media as well as involvement in the California music scene, he’s gained a wide array of connections and relationships ranging from music industry veterans to burgeoning underground artists.
Curating a Blueprint for Brilliance: Taliah Givens on the Power of the UNCF Student Leadership Conference
Taliah Givens did not follow a traditional path into education and workforce development—and this is exactly what makes her leadership so effective. Possessing dual degrees in electrical engineering technology and computer engineering from Alabama A&M University and Georgia Tech, Givens got her start in the fast-paced world of telecommunications. But soon, she found herself asking […]
Acclaimed US singer-songwriter Juliet Lloyd to tour the UK for the first time this summer.
New single ‘Wild Again’ out now. Press shot by Anna Haas. Download Hi Res Here. Shortly after releasing her sophomore album in 2007, US-based singer-songwriter Juliet Lloyd walked away from music completely for more than 10 years, feeling burned out and unhappy with her career progression like so many other independent artists. After going through […]
Unfiltered & Unapologetic: Cori Broadus Opens Up About Lupus
A Candid Conversation on Strength, Self-Discovery, and Spreading Lupus Awareness Last week, I had the honor of speaking with Cori Broadus who is an entrepreneur, advocate, and daughter of the legendary artist Snoop Dogg. We had a heartfelt Instagram Live conversation in recognition of Lupus Awareness Month. Cori has been courageously living with lupus and […]