All posts tagged sound check
Sound Check: Big Mel – Memories of Cabrini-Green
There is no place like home, no matter where home is. Chicagopublic housing development Cabrini-Green was considered one of the most dangerous living environments in America. The 10-section complex famously known for housing gangs and organized crime was said to …
Princess of Controversy—Claiming the Role of Art-ivist
Some entertainers entertain simply for the love of performing. Others look at their ability to entertain as a calling and an opportunity to change the world. DC-based entertainer
Sound Check: Akua Allrich—Free Flowing
Emerging vocalist Akua Allrich fuses musical genres to create music that is not easily categorized as jazz, blues, or R&B. Quickly garnering attention on adult contemporary radio stations
Sound Check: Mahoganee—Spreading Her Wings
“Arts and activism” is a phrase that is starting to make its rounds among performing artists today who are trying to keep their music relevant while supporting a
Sound Check: Anthony Hamilton: Getting Back to Love, Peace, and Soul
From the moment you press play, and that soulful, gritty, southern crooning drifts from the speakers, you instantly know that distinct sound is none other than the soul
Sound Check: Rockie Fresh – Proud American Artist
What’s the last really good party you attended? While it’s likely some will have trouble narrowing down their list, hip hop star Rockie Fresh struggles to recall even one.
Sound Check: NoraLynn Rowe
From TLC to Xscape to Cherish, Atlanta, GA has a rich history of female R&B groups. The next generation of girl groups comes in the form of a
Sound Check: Neak
Chicago-born and raised hip-hop artist Dominic "Neak" Kelly is the son of Robert Lee Kelly of The Kelly Brothers. Neak is one of many indie artists who have
Sound Check: Bobby V – Bridging the Gap with a Dose of R&B
It’s been nearly fifteen years since the world was introduced to crooner Bobby V, formerly known as Bobby Valentino. From his days in the group Mista in the




















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