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A Gentleman’s Rant: The Podcast Epidemic
Written by: Michael Stringer Published on Sept. 8, 2026, 4:50a.m. EST YOU get a Podcast! HE gets a Podcast! SHE gets a Podcast! THEY get a Podcast! Every Got Damn Body got a Podcast…..WHY??!!! There was a time that if you saw a person on TV, that person had some type of qualifications, something that made them important enough to talk on TV. The people that gave us the news, or talked about sports, were people that had degrees and experience in journalism, communications, and
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20 hours ago2 min read


THE PLAYLIST WEEKLY: ROD WAVE RETURNS WITH ‘DON’T LOOK DOWN’
By Malena Coleman | September 2, 2026 Rod Wave is back with his seventh studio album, Don’t Look Down, August 28. The project features 24 tracks on its digital release, while the physical CD and vinyl editions include 20 tracks. Rod Wave: Don’t Look Down Leading up to the album, Rod Wave built anticipation with three singles: “Piece Of Your Love,” “Hustle,” and “Feed The Streets.” All three tracks appear on Don’t Look Down. The album also brings in a select group of featured
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21 hours ago1 min read


PHILLY GOT ICONIC: DA ICONIC NETWORK TV TURNS UP THE HEAT WITH EXPLOSIVE CASTING CALL
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on August 31, 2026, 10:45a.m. EST The drama is brewing, the cameras are getting ready to roll, and Da Iconic Network TV may have just found its next wave of reality TV personalities. StarrBoyyJhonnie & TurnUp Da Iconic Network TV touched down in Philadelphia on Friday, August 28, for a massive casting call—and judging by the personalities that walked through the door, Philly came ready to make television. Auditions The independent streaming ne
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Aug 313 min read


WHO'S NEXT? — JOURNEY MONTANA
Written by: Trumillionn Published on August 25, 2026, 4:35a.m.EST Now this is the kind of girl we need to be paying attention to before everybody starts acting like they discovered her! Journey Montana Some of y'all may recognize that face from Journey Montana's Atlanta girl-group days, when she was part of the final lineup of viral ATL group WeRCharm back in 2020. But Journey wasn't about to let the end of a group be the end of her story. The Harlem-born singer-songwriter ha
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Aug 252 min read


A Gentleman’s Rant: Claressa, Chill Bro
Written by: Michael Stringer Published on August 24, 2026, 4:35p.m. EST I’M TIRED I’M TIRED—and when I say I’m tired, I mean it from the depths of my soul. Likes, mentions, retweets, views, followers, and engagement fuel the urban community, and everyone is a star searching for the next viral moment. Everyone is vying for attention, validation, and acceptance, yet very few are standing on anything of real substance once you peel back the layers. With that said, there is one p
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Aug 242 min read


Timmy Lee Was Born to Stand Out — Now He’s Building His Own Runway
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on August 20, 2026, 8:45p.m. EST From teaching himself to design by taking clothes apart to creating looks for major artists, Timmy Williams has spent years making sure his work commands attention. Timmy Lee Now, with “Timmy Lee’s Next Top Model,” the designer is betting on himself—and creating a platform for the next generation in the process. For Timmy Williams, fashion didn’t begin beneath the bright lights of a runway. It didn’t begin with
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Aug 209 min read


Lil Durk Heads to Trial as His Father Calls for Prayer: “We Will Be Victorious”
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on August 20, 2026, 2:10p.m. EST The stakes couldn’t be much higher for Lil Durk. Lil Durk After nearly two years in federal custody, Chicago rap superstar Lil Durk is heading into one of the biggest battles of his life as jury selection begins in his highly publicized federal murder-for-hire case. But before the courtroom battle gets fully underway, Durk’s father, Dontay Banks Sr., also known as Big Durk, is leaning heavily on faith — and ask
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Aug 202 min read


Trippie Redd :The Playlist Weekly
Written by: Malena Coleman Published on August 19, 2026, 6:00a.m. EST Trippie Redd, an American singer and rapper, returns to his melodic emo rap sound on his sixth studio album NDA, released on August 14, 2026. Trippie Redd The album cover art has a child in chains with a stern expression. NDA: Trippie Redd NDA is a 25 track album with a wide range of features from Sexxy Redd, YNW Melly, PARTYNEXTDOOR, and Kodak Black and more. There have also been multiple samples used from
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Aug 191 min read


TRUMILLION: FROM BEHIND THE SCENES TO CENTER STAGE
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on Aug 14, 2026, 5:00a.m. EST. From Saginaw, Michigan to celebrity styling, music, production and reality television, TruMillion is ready to stop playing the background—and build an empire of his own. TruMillion For years, TruMillion has been perfectly comfortable creating from behind the scenes. Whether styling a celebrity, producing music, designing visuals or helping bring a creative vision to life, he has learned how to make an impact with
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Aug 147 min read


RED DRESS, WRONG MESSAGE? NEW ORLEANS’ ANNUAL RUN HAS THOUSANDS SHOWING UP—BUT NOT EVERYONE IS PAYING IT FORWARD
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on August 10, 2026, 8:55p.m. EST New Orleans knows how to throw a party—and apparently, there’s no dress code quite like a little red. On Saturday, August 8, the streets of New Orleans’ French Quarter were flooded with thousands of runners sporting red dresses, tutus, wigs and plenty of personality for the city’s annual Red Dress Run. Red dress run According to reporting from WVUE, the colorful tradition is organized by the Hash House Harriers
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Aug 102 min read


The Playlist Weekly
Written by: Malena Coleman Published on August 6, 2026, 10:25,p.m.EST Jacquees released the sequel to his Mood project, Mood 2 on July 31, 2026. This 22 track R&B album includes features from Tink, Ty Dolla $ign, K Camp and more. Jacquees “Mood 2” Jacquees decided to revisit mood with a mood 2 instead of doing something completely new because mood was originally a mixtape and just recently became available on streaming platforms. Mood 2 was created to make up for the time moo
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Aug 61 min read


The Playlist
Written by Malena Coleman Published on July 30, 2026, 4:35a.m.EST The moment that has had every fan at the edge of their seats… TYLA Tyla has been spoiling her fans with album listening parties, live performances, interviews, an album, music videos and a world tour! Tyla officially released her highly anticipated sophomore album A POP July 24th alongside the announcement of an upcoming world tour. The tour starts October 12 in Paris, France and ends January 09 in her hometown
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Jul 301 min read


MUSTANG: Faith, Fitness, Fearlessness & Bad Boys
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on July 28, 2026, 7:20p.m.EST From the Pulpit to Primetime, Mustang Is Writing His Own Story Mustang To the public, Mustang is a model, actor, entertainer, reality television personality, and certified fitness professional. Depending on where you’ve discovered him, you may know him from Tyler Perry’s Sistas, BET’s Bigger, P-Valley, The Braxtons, Netflix’s Beauty in Black, or his highly anticipated appearance on Bad Boys Season 4. Others may re
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Jul 295 min read


A Gentlemen’s Rant
Written by: Michael Stringer Published on July 17, 2026, 11:00a.m EST. “WHERE ALL MY SCAMMIN-ASS NIGGAS AT?”. Yung Miami There is nothing and I mean nothing like a catchy, ignorant, dope-ass song to trigger the black and hip-hop community. Black folks love to be divided by some silly sh*t, with both sides sticking their chests out as if their perspective is impeccable. My opinion on this varies, but at the root this comes down to young and old. Do I believe that a song lik
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Jul 182 min read


Standing on Business: How Memphis’ Rising Star Is Turning Viral Moments Into a Lasting Career
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on July 13, 2026p.m. EST. By the time you finish talking with Lexi Gold, one thing becomes undeniably clear: she’s no longer waiting for permission. Lexi Gold Born Alexus Dorsey in Memphis, Tennessee, and now based in Houston, Texas, Lexi represents a new generation of artists who refuse to be boxed into anyone else’s expectations. Whether she’s commanding attention through music, building momentum on reality television, or creating viral mome
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Jul 135 min read


Fatha Flex: Standing Tall, Speaking Strength, and Building a Legacy of Encouragement
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on July, 13 2026, 5:15p.m. EST Some artists are shaped by the spotlight. Others are shaped by the people, places, and principles that existed long before anyone knew their name. Fatha Flex For Fatha Flex, the foundation was established in church pews, family values, and a belief that authenticity will always outlast popularity. Born in Fort Pierce, Florida, and now based in Atlanta, Georgia, the 36-year-old singer-songwriter, influencer, event
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Jul 135 min read


Beyond the Spotlight: The Evolution of Alfeeyaa
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on July 13, 2026, 4:45p.m. EST From the track to television, music to motherhood, Alfeeyaa is building a legacy rooted in purpose—not perfection. Alfeeyaa Some people spend their lives searching for purpose. Others discover it in pieces, allowing every chapter of their journey to reveal another layer of who they’re meant to become. For Alfeeyaa, life has been exactly that—an ongoing evolution shaped by resilience, reinvention, and an unwaveri
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Jul 138 min read


More Than Reality TV: I1Kendal Is Ready for His Second Act
Written by: Greg Lewis Published on July 13, 2026, 4:15p.m. EST From East St. Louis to Atlanta, rapper, entrepreneur and reality television personality I1Kendal is determined to rewrite the narrative—and this time, he’s doing it on his own terms. For many artists, the journey into music begins with a dream. For Kelvin Williams—better known as I1Kendal—it began much closer to home. I1Kendal Growing up in East St. Louis, Illinois, music wasn’t just something playing through spe
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Jul 135 min read


Where Fashion Found Its Stage: DetsMarii’s Debut Showcase Delivered Style, Community & Atlanta Energy
Written By: Greg Lewis Published on June 28, 2026, 4:00pm EST ATLANTA, GA — Atlanta’s fashion scene welcomed a bold new chapter on Saturday, June 27, as fitness model, entrepreneur, and brand ambassador DetsMarii transformed Lost In Da Souse Kitchen into an immersive celebration of creativity, culture, and style. @DetsMarii: Host and curator of the show From the moment guests stepped onto the red carpet at 5307 Old National Highway, it was evident that this wasn’t simply anot
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Jun 284 min read


Island Boi: From the Bahamas to Bad Boys — Building a Brand Through Faith, Authenticity, and Resilience
By: Greg Lewis | Slums Mag Staff Published on June 21, 2026, 12:50p.m.EST For many reality television personalities, fame arrives suddenly and disappears just as quickly. For Jameson Strachan, better known to fans as Island Boi, the spotlight has become something much deeper than television. Behind the larger-than-life personality, viral moments, and unforgettable reality TV appearances is a man grounded by faith, family, and a commitment to representing his Caribbean roots
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Jun 216 min read
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