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From Basement Beats to Big Dreams: The Rise of 8MakeitHappen
Words by JustManii In a world where most kids were consumed with video games and cartoons, 8MakeitHappen was busy finding his rhythm. Born and raised in the heart of Baltimore City, this young artist didn’t just grow
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Inner City Blues: LL Cool J and Jazmine Sullivan Stand with Philly’s DC33
LL Cool J and Jazmine Sullivan decide to stand with the people amid Philadelphia’s District Council 33 Strike. DC33 is the city’s largest blue-collar worker union with roughly 9,000 members. Members include: airport workers,
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Philly Shows Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection at the 2025 Juneteenth Parade and Festival
Philadelphia’s rich cultural heritage was on display at this year’s Juneteenth Parade and Festival created by the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Initiative. The celebration commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas who were
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Atlanta’s Pluto Pops Off with Debut Album ‘Both Ways’
Pluto just set the summer off right. The West Side Atlanta native officially dropped her debut album Both Ways today (June 20), and it’s unapologetically Southern as her fans expected — if not more.
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Akeem Ali Lights Up City Winery Philly with Soul-Soaked: The Good Looking Tour
On June 11, Akeem Ali brought his unmistakable flair to Philadelphia’s City Winery, delivering a night full of lyricism, charisma, and camaraderie. The show opened with a trio of dynamic performers who each brought
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BET Celebrates 25 Years of Culture’s Biggest Night: 2025 BET Awards
The 2025 BET Awards not only celebrated 25 years of cultural influence, but it reminded everyone watching what it looks like when a legacy platform grows with its audience instead of apart from them.
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Snacktime at Roots Picnic 2025: Brass, Brotherhood, and Boots on the Ground
SNACKTIME isn’t just a band — it’s a feeling. And on the Mann stage at Roots Picnic 2025, that feeling hit like a sonic wave. The horns were heavy, the rhythm was alive, and
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Roots Picnic 2025: A Weekend of Legends, Local Love & Unforgettable Energy
The 2025 Roots Picnic delivered on every front: community, culture, and colossal talent. Held at Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, this year’s festival felt like a love letter to the city and the sounds that shape
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