She is the Blueprint: A Candid Look at Amiyah Scott’s Iconic Life in Ballroom

"We are here; we've always been here, and we'll always be here; we exist." Amiyah Scott, also known as King Amiyah on Instagram, made this impactful remark as she accepted the prestigious Rising Star Award at the GLAAD Awards in 2018. Amiyah Scott, a 36-year-old transgender woman of color from New Orleans, has been an…

ByNamhla LebonaJune 13, 20240Comments

Lifestyle

Atlanta Church Under Fire for Swag Surfing Into the New Year

An Atlanta church went viral after a video of them "Swag Surfing" during a 2023 New Year's Eve service hit the internet. While the video was meant to be lighthearted and fun, it received criticism from viewers. Bishop William Murphy is the pastor of The dREAM Center Church in Atlanta. Clips from Murphy's New Year's Eve…

ByKiara ManningFebruary 16, 20240Comments

Music

Usher Raymond Appreciation: 10 Best Usher Songs

Charting for the first time in 1993, Usher Raymond has been a constant force in pop and R&B music. The Atlanta superstar is an all around entertainer. With dancing, singing, song writing and producing, his talents have taken him across the world and now onto his second Las Vegas residency. Today, his NPR Tiny Desk…

ByLindi BobbJune 30, 20220Comments

Television

The Re-emergence of Black Television and Why Shows that Allow Us to Tell Diverse Stories Are So Important

In the early 80's through the early 2000's, black representation was rampant across numerous entertainment broadcasting networks. Raw and organic black living was portrayed to millions of Americans, regardless of race. No matter what you faced at work during the day, you were able to go home, cut on the TV, and get some good…

ByEndíaJune 23, 20220Comments

Music

If You Think You’re From Atlanta, Ask Omeretta First

“I ain’t going back and forth cause I said what I said” - Omeretta The GreatRecently rapper and Atlanta native, Omeretta released her single “Sorry Not Sorry” debating who is a true Atlantan. Since then, the buzz of what is considered Atlanta and what is not Atlanta send listeners on social media on a rampage. …

ByAsia DouglasMarch 14, 20220Comments

Entertainment

Tammy Williams is the First Black Woman to Own a Film Studio in Atlanta!

Meet Tammy Williams, the first black woman to own and operate a post-production facility in Georgia. "Tammy Williams is the first to launch a Motion Picture Career and Education Expo in the state of Georgia—Cinema South Motion Picture Career & Education Expo—to provide opportunities and educate the community on the film industry,-" via tammydelefilms.com. In Celebration…

ByEndíaFebruary 26, 20180Comments

Fashion Interview

Get to Know Up and Coming Modeling Maven behind Kevlar Rose: Victorya Wagner

Victorya Wagner is the founder and director of Kevlar Rose Agency. Kevlar Rose is a modeling agency based in Atlanta, Georgia. Wagner's models range in race, ethnicity, look and they embody the role of the unique cool kid of the 21st century. This Oakland, California girl is making waves in the Atlanta fashion scene. Her models have…

ByMorgan HarrisonFebruary 24, 20181Comment

Entertainment Television

#ICYMI: Lakeith Stanfield Teases an Atlanta Season 2 Premiere Date

Lakieth Stanfield teased that there will be an "Atlanta " Season 2 It's been a year since Donald Glover's "Atlanta," one of the highest rating basic cable comedy shows, premiered on FX. FX announced earlier this year that show would return for a second season. However since then, not much has been said about the show's…

ByEndíaDecember 23, 20170Comments

Fashion Street Style

Will You Be Rocking Delantic, by Gucci Mane?

Gucci Mane has diversified his talents first by writing his autobiography, and now he has entered the world of fashion as well. The Atlanta rapper has unveiled some selections for his new clothing line, Delantic. Gucci originally teased this back in August of last year, and now those hints have come to fruition. At the moment…

ByKelvin CollinsOctober 3, 20170Comments

Entertainment Movies

Chris Tucker Confirms Everyone is on Board for Rush Hour 4

Chris Tucker has officially confirmed that everyone is indeed on board for a Rush Hour 4! The star of cult classics like, "Friday", and "Dead Presidents", stopped by Atlanta based radio station, V-103, to talk about the upcoming revival of the comedy movie that brought two cultures together and created a hilarious bromance. In the interview Tucker…

ByEndíaSeptember 5, 20170Comments

Entertainment

2 Chainz Turned His Trap House Into An HIV Testing Clinic

On July 4th, 2 Chainz teamed up with the Fulton County Board of Health to offer free HIV testing. The tests took place at his pop-up landmark Pink Trap House in Atlanta. The Atlanta rapper took to Instagram to tell people about the the pop-up clinic and to "come get tested and know your status". The house…

BySheri-kae McLeodJuly 8, 20170Comments

Interview Lifestyle

#MEFeature: From Shark Tank to Nation Wide Success! Get to Know Cousins Maine Lobster: America’s Hottest Food Truck

Food trucks are the newest food craze, especially in the summertime! For the person who wants fast food speed with restaurant quality... food trucks are ideal! Menus May Vary by State (Click to Enlarge) Cousins Maine Lobster is totally authentic and innovative; with real Maine lobster along with gluten-free, organic, and vegetarian options. Check out the CML…

ByMorgan HarrisonJuly 2, 20170Comments

She is the Blueprint: A Candid Look at Amiyah Scott’s Iconic Life in Ballroom

Atlanta Church Under Fire for Swag Surfing Into the New Year

Usher Raymond Appreciation: 10 Best Usher Songs

The Re-emergence of Black Television and Why Shows that Allow Us to Tell Diverse Stories Are So Important

If You Think You’re From Atlanta, Ask Omeretta First

Tammy Williams is the First Black Woman to Own a Film Studio in Atlanta!

Get to Know Up and Coming Modeling Maven behind Kevlar Rose: Victorya Wagner

#ICYMI: Lakeith Stanfield Teases an Atlanta Season 2 Premiere Date

Will You Be Rocking Delantic, by Gucci Mane?

Chris Tucker Confirms Everyone is on Board for Rush Hour 4

2 Chainz Turned His Trap House Into An HIV Testing Clinic

#MEFeature: From Shark Tank to Nation Wide Success! Get to Know Cousins Maine Lobster: America’s Hottest Food Truck

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