Interviews
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Interviews
M. Spano Is on “Something Different”
For those seeking to float in an ocean of shimmering nostalgia—the kind of soul-stirring vibration washed ashore in a tidal…
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CallMeShotti on Philadelphia Roots, Unrequited, and the Vision Driving His 2026 Momentum
Philadelphia-born rapper Nazahn Warren, known artistically as CallMeShotti, is entering a new chapter with clarity, discipline, and undeniable momentum. After…
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Live Sessions
Monique Nikkole: From Detective to GRAMMY-Nominated
Monique Nikkole represents reinvention at its highest level. After 24 years in law enforcement as a detective sergeant in Nassau…
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Celtic Rocker Kerry Kenny Explains “Finbar”
Names can haunt. In “Finbar,” Kerry Kenny channels a woman driven half-mad by repeating one, until it spills into drums,…
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Pure Order Talks “Sovereign State”
Pure Order, the hyper-conscious Hip Hop duo born and bred in Southern California, is one of the underground’s hidden gems…
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Conversations
Meet Dr. Jay Barnett: Championing Mental Health with Confidence and Purpose
In honor of World Mental Health Day, The Hype Magazine’s Culture Editor and host of The Crysalis Podcast, Crystal Willis,…
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Live Sessions
Da Inphamus Amadeuz Talks Hip Hop, Healing, and Legacy
A Conversation Rooted in Culture and Truth When I sat down with Da Inphamus Amadeuz, I expected to speak with…
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Live Sessions
Metalcore Rockers Split Tung on Band Formation, Creative Process, and More
In this candid interview with The Hype Magazine, the Metalcore band Split Tung opens up about their origins, songwriting, balancing…
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Essence Ventures CMO Erika Bennett on Hip Hop 50 and BeautyCon
As black culture and excellence descended upon New Orleans for the 29th annual Essence Festival of Culture™ Presented by Coca…
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Interviews
Celebrity Vocal Expert Ashaala Shanae Helps Creatives Monetize Their Voice and Take Power Over Mental Health
Ashaala Shanae is the Founder of Vocal Wall Street, formerly known as the Music Arts Healing Institute (MAHI). She’s also…
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Closer Look at The Life of Sony Pictures & Netflix Production Designer, Yuhki Demers
Yuhki Demers is one of the world’s foremost production designers. This woman is outrageously talented! Yuhki has had extremely successful…
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Working For Netflix, Walt Disney, Dreamworks and Cartoon Network – Allison Perry
Allison Perry is a highly touted and widely recognized art director. She has one of the best repertoires of art…
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Movie Director, JD Lawrence Expresses Big Interest in USA and Africa Film Collaborations
JD Lawrence is a globally acclaimed movie director and entrepreneur. JD has reportedly earned close to a hundred million dollars…
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Rhyme Report
K2Icyy Is Ready To Turn Up The Heat This Summer
K2icyy is getting ready to turn up the summer with his new music that’s on the way. Fresh off the…
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Live Sessions
Grand Theft Auto V Star Shawn “Solo” Fonteno Opens Up About Street Life and Mental Health in ‘Game Changer’ Memoir
Former gang banger turned professional performer Shawn ‘Solo’ Fonteno, beloved by millions of Grand Theft Auto V fans as the…
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Live Sessions
Exclucity Founder and Author Trent Out Loud Shares How Sneakers Saved (and Ruined) His Life
Trent Out Loud, the founder of Exclucity, is a multimillion dollar footwear and apparel business owner and published author. His…
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Meet Tay Hawes: The Black Creative Producer Behind Iconic Visuals for Cardi B, Lizzo, James Harden, Normani, Grammys, Nike and More
As the most highly sought-after creative producer behind many of the world’s hottest music videos, promos, commercials and live performances,…
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Former Gang Leader Turned Activist Antong Lucky Discusses Candid Memoir: A Redemptive Path Forward
At an early age, East Dallas, TX native Antong Lucky became embroiled in a life of illegal drug activity and…
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Award-Winning Radio Icon Cherry Martinez and VS The King on Grinding to Become Music’s Next Power Couple
We all love inspirational stories and interviews from music and entertainment executives and industry icons. Today, we’re bringing you gems…
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Hype Interview: Meet Award-Winning Black Filmmaker and Screenwriter Antoinette Fernandez
Antoinette Fernandez is a multi-award-winning screenwriter from Boston Massachusetts. She currently has 4 multi-award-winning projects “7 Evils”, “Just By Chance”,…
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Authors/Film & TV
Dynamic Music Artist, Author and Entrepreneur Preston Dent Releases New Book ‘Claudette’
Preston Dent is a profound talent, Rapper, Songwriter, Screenwriter, Author, Actor, Director, Producer, shampoo and conditioner line owner, dog breeder,…
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Hype Interview: Dance Legend Popin’ Pete Celebrates New Training Platform Designed by Bay Area’s Studio T Arts
The inaugural Legends of Dance Workshop presented by award-winning Studio T Arts & Entertainment and sponsored by Red Bull North America…
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Atlanta-based Media Veterans Terry Sampson and Willie Styles Drop Gems
Terry Sampson and Willie Styles, of the Atlanta-based Envisage Affiliates are veterans in entertainment industry media production. The Uncle and…
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Hype Interview: OBN Jay Opens Up About His Rough Childhood in New Single “Take The Time”
Louisiana-bred rapper OBN Jay’s brash, determined lyrics say a lot about his life experiences and ambitions. He began receiving attention…
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Interviews
Black Beauty Entrepreneur Bella Rose Expands Skin Care Line into Walmart and Target
Award-winning beauty and skin care mogul Bella Rose recently announced the major retail expansion of her Bella Rose Passion Skin…
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Live Sessions
Live Session with Music Supervisor Derryck “Big Tank” Thornton
Meet Derryck “Big Tank” Thornton a man who has never allowed himself to be boxed into just one area of…
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Interviews
Bobby Berk On Organizing Your Home For Work During COVID-19, Working With PayPal & More
Many of us have been working from home, staying in town, distancing from friends and family, and spending an extraordinary…
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Interviews
Slack’s Christina Janzer On Effectively Working From Home, Benefits Of Using Slack & More
Due to the current COVID-19 outbreak, employees all over the world have been faced with the sudden demands of working…
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Former Pro Boxer Enters Political Ring With New Book
Former pro-boxer James Ventry recently published his first book, “The Hypocrisy of America,” an unapologetic commentary on political corruption and American…
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Interviews
The Force of Nature That is Pam Grier
By Allison Kugel If you were to ask any director who’s worked with the legendary Pam Grier they would likely…
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