Laughter, sadness, happiness, unexpected life-altering experiences — each occurred in my life as normal situations would. Some situations were quite devastating to the point that I admittedly questioned God and his plan for me and […]
Author: Rated-Ransom
Music Lover.
Music Entertainment-Culture Writer.
On Pho ‘Nem
A few weeks ago, I had the chance to attend a food pop-up of one of Chicago’s rising chefs, Jeffery Williams. His food was fire! Chicago chef Jeffery “On Pho ‘Nem” Williams’ food literally tasted […]
Loc’D.
…Well, not just yet. But I’m on my way. This past weekend, I drove back home to Benton Harbor, Michigan to seal my commitment to my hair. … Yes, I said my hair. What’s the […]
Renewed.
Recently, I started thinking about what I’ve already accomplished in my life but still asking myself Am I being my true self? Am I walking in my true purpose? Something in my spirit answered with […]
The Harlem Fine Arts Show
Black is Beautiful. And so is Black art. Nearly three weeks ago, I attended my first-ever art show — The Harlem Fine Arts Show (HFAS), hosted at Malcom-X College in Chicago. Local and national, black […]
Monday Music :: Chicago’s DJ Duane Powell — Afro Cult mix
Monday Music is a little different today… This past weekend, I had the pleasure of finally experiencing one of THE BEST DJs Mr. Duane Powell, at Chicago’s Stony Island Arts Bank, where he currently serves […]
Hella Fresh As F*ck :: Issa’s Tees
Issa Rae’s second season of Insecure concluded nearly two months ago but let’s admit it, those t-shirts she wore during the entire season were unforgettable. Black colloquialisms, sociopolitical views, black American TV pop culture, music icons, […]
