Q And A: Tim Meadows, Son of Zorn
Many people instantly associate Tim Meadows with his iconic Saturday Night Live character, Leon Phelps AKA The Ladies Man. But those that take a…
Q And A: Mario Smith
Chicago native Mario Smith is a familiar fixture in the Hyde Park section of the city. The poet, educator, activist and radio show host…
Interview with Pastor Corey Brooks
A pastor, businessman, philanthropist, songwriter, mentor and spiritual coach, Pastor Corey Brooks Sr. answered his call to the ministry at the age of 19…
Q&A with Singer-Songwriter Kenya
Singer-Songwriter Kenya has been immersed in music for as long as she can remember. The Denver, Colorado native grew up with music all around…
Q&A with NK Gutierrez – The Last New Year
As a classically trained dancer, vocalist, and actor, NK Gutierrez is truly the epitome of a modern day renaissance woman. From independent films, to…
Q&A: Aisha Crump / Honey Baby Naturals
They say necessity is the mother of all invention and that sentiment could not prove to have been more true for entrepreneur and doting…
Q&A: Anita Bennett and Kevin Ross
Entertainment industry veterans Anita Bennett and Kevin Ross have made their individual marks in the Chicago market on a number of fronts. Bennett has…
Q&A: Ericka N. Perry – The Stork Bag
During pregnancy, most expecting mothers find out as much information as possible about becoming a “new mom” and about the “new baby” growing inside…
Q&A KING- Indie Songbirds
Twins Paris and Amber Strother and musical sister Anita Bias are KING. In 2011 KING independently released their first EP to much acclaim; title…
Morris Gearring-Something About Oscar
It wasn’t long after the late great Oscar Brown Jr. took Morris Gearring under his wing in 1985 that Gearring realized the incredible position…
Interview with Rika Lee COO of Betty Shabazz International Charter School
Established in 1998, the Betty Shabazz International Charter School is a network of three African-centered charter schools serving K-12 students residing in Chicago: Betty…
Talib Kweli- Hip Hop artist
After nearly 20 years of releasing mesmerizing music, Talib Kweli stands as one of the world’s most talented and most accomplished Hip Hop artists….