Tag Archives: hip-hop renamed
An Uncommon Brand: Common Talks Music, Acting and Drake
His full name is Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr.; his stage name went from Common Sense…
By timmhotep aku
6 Best Black Career Films of All Time
These movies taught lessons on workplace and career issues
These are six of the best films with black actors that incorporated everyday workplace issues.
By Janell Hazelwood
WATCH: LL Cool J on his Continued Connection to Hip-Hop
Rapper turned actor LL Cool J speaks on his dual role as a hip-hop pioneer and Hollywood player
The hip-hop pioneer and star of NCIS: Los Angeles opens up about the evolution of…
By Anslem Samuel
Rapper Styles P’s Juice Bar Promotes Healthy Living in Black Community
From hip-hop to health guru, enterprising entertainer shines light on the juicing path to wellness
LOX member Styles P expresses his passion for healthy living with Juices for Life, his…
By Amy Andrieux
Young Boss Moves: 5 Success Tips from Love & Hip Hop’s Yandy Smith
Entertainment manager talks career strategies for success
Tips from entertainment manager and Love and Hip Hop cast member Yandy Smith on how…
By Janell Hazelwood
Common: On Life and Love Lessons from Serena Williams and Erykah Badu
Award-winning Chi-town rapper and bestselling author opens up about past lessons and a future that includes marriage and a family
Common, award-winning rapper and bestselling author, opens up about his new book and love lessons…
By Kenya N. Byrd
WATCH: Heavy D’s Final Interview on Music, Death & A Cultural Odyssey
Exclusive video interview with the rap star a few short months before his sudden death
In his final interview rap legend Heavy D speaks on the business of hip-hop, his…
By Anslem Samuel
Drake Decoded: How the International Star ‘Takes Care’ of Business
More than just Lil Wayne's protege, Drake is a multi-faceted businessman with his hand in everything
In a few short years, Canadian rap star Drake has made a million-dollar brand that…
By Andreas Hale
Entertainment Manager Yandy Smith Explains the Business of ‘Love & Hip-Hop’
Young powerhouse talks reality TV, success, and women's empowerment
Yandy Smith, co-star on VH1′s Love & Hip-Hop season two, talks about how reality TV…
By Janell Hazelwood
Heavy D’s Final Words: “Be Inspired!”
A successful rapper, actor and businessman, what set Heavy D apart was his perpetual light
Known as Heavy D, rapper/actor Dwight Myers passed away at the age of 44, leaving…
