Lizzo rerecords ‘Grrrls’ following criticism over ableist lyric

Singer songwriter Lizzo has rereleased her new single "Grrrls" with a lyric change after it sparked heated discussions online about ableist language. The song, which is set to appear on her upcoming album Special, received praise and excitement from many fans upon its release last Friday. Others, especially those within the disability community, expressed concern about her use of the word "spaz," which many consider an ableist slur. It originates […]

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On ‘It’s Almost Dry,’ Pusha T plays the long game

The Martin Scorsese of street rap — that's how Pusha T sees himself these days. The Virginia Beach, Va. artist — government name Terrence LeVarr Thornton — has grounds to do so. He first rose through the ranks of hip-hop in the '90s and early 2000s in the group Clipse with his brother, who now performs as No Malice. Then in 2010, Pusha T broke out as a solo artist, […]

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Cardiac Da Pulse ft Classik Material “Caught Up” SONG

Despite the social and emotional climate that our city has been experiencing as well as the World as a whole, we can always count on some feel-good music to remind us of how we should be feeling about the lives that we have and the people that we experience it with. That being said, it is June, it's starting to get hot out, and the Summer time bops are in! […]

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Huey V “More Love” Single and School Tour

Booking platforms like SXSW isn’t the only thing on the mind of a young waymaker. In Preparation for his second EP, “So Below,” 414 Native Huey V has been strategic with his releases from the drop of his single “After the Deal” two months ago, stamping his placement as a WHMG member and overall rising star, to partnering with Milwaukee’s City Year and Adidas Sound Labs in Chicago for a […]

May 28, 2022

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Jensen Kirk “Visions” EP

Although he is not new to making music that sticks to the subconscious of many, like his single “California girl” from almost 15 years ago, Jensen Kirk refuses to remain unknown in the music game anymore. His latest EP drop “Visions” stamps his identity and is a new contribution to that good ol’ underground sound that us modern day hip-hop heads can’t get enough of; Radio couldn't justify it more. […]

May 28, 2022

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Cam Will “Not Playing Fair” 2 PACK PROJECT

“Not Playing Fair” was a great and well-fitting title for this two-pack project because Cam Will is really not playing fair. His two newest singles featured in the pack are “Oh Well” and “Iykyk'' and both of these tracks are great. Starting off with “Oh Well”, I really feel like this is one of those songs that you listen to when you’re tryna get in the zone. The vibe gave […]

May 28, 2022

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Georgia's Shular Institute has Vision to Cultivate Generations of Young Chefs

Sean Rush working with his 15-year-old apprentice. (Picture by Jaden Aikman/Carvd N Stone) Shular Institute is a restaurant-based culinary education school that is located at the PREP facility in Tucker, GA. Led by certified Master Chef Daryl Shular, the first minority Certified Master Chef in America, and Milwaukee native Sean Rush, Shular Institute redefines the purpose of food service and business management through a modern global curriculum. Shular Institute is […]

March 21, 2022

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Season 2: Episode 6 – Chris Bennett aims to make early childcare and education accessible to all

Chris Bennett's appreciation for education goes back to his parents, Honduran immigrants, who made sure he had access to an excellent education. Tarik sits down with the Wonderschool founder to talk about his journey, challenges and successes during this process.

November 22, 2021

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Season 2: Episode 5 – How Trayvon Martin’s death inspired this founder to create a space for Black professionals and creatives

Ryan Wilson is the co-founder and CEO of TGS Holdings, a consumer lifestyle and hospitality company based in Atlanta. The company’s holdings consist of The Gathering Spot, a private membership club; and A3C, a music, tech, and ﬁlm conference and festival. The membership club has established itself as a home for creatives, business professionals, and entrepreneurs and regularly hosts notable and culturally impactful events.

November 15, 2021

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Season 2: Episode 4 – How Dana Guthrie’s hoop dreams turned into a $13 million VC fund for Milwaukee

As Managing Director at Gateway Capital, in addition to financial returns, Dana Guthrie generates social returns through investment in low-to-moderate income communities. Prior to her current role, Guthrie self-studied and founded Alchemy Angel Investors, an angel investment network focused on early-stage startups. She founded Alchemy while being employed full-time at a Fortune 500 company and managing a multi-million dollar, global product offering.

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Lizzo rerecords ‘Grrrls’ following criticism over ableist lyric

On ‘It’s Almost Dry,’ Pusha T plays the long game

Cardiac Da Pulse ft Classik Material “Caught Up” SONG

Huey V “More Love” Single and School Tour

Jensen Kirk “Visions” EP

Cam Will “Not Playing Fair” 2 PACK PROJECT

Georgia's Shular Institute has Vision to Cultivate Generations of Young Chefs

Season 2: Episode 6 – Chris Bennett aims to make early childcare and education accessible to all

Season 2: Episode 5 – How Trayvon Martin’s death inspired this founder to create a space for Black professionals and creatives

Season 2: Episode 4 – How Dana Guthrie’s hoop dreams turned into a $13 million VC fund for Milwaukee

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