“It Had To Happen” Is DJ Kayotik’s Most Powerful Performance Yet

DJ Kayotik aka Dr. Kareem Thomson has been all across the world as a successful DJ. This is no small feat. Everyday someone picks up their headphones and decide they want to lead the flashy life of an On the Go DJ, always partying and keeping the crowd engaged. However, most of those aspiring souls … Continue reading “It Had To Happen” Is DJ Kayotik’s Most Powerful Performance Yet

Shawty Can’t Eat No Books Book Club Returns for Season 2 on the Final Day of Black History Month

The Shawty Can't Eat No Books Book Club has returned for a second season. A new episode was released on the last day of Black History Month to everyone's surprise. This episode features Jesse Is Heavyweight and the Black's Law Dictionary and is sponsored by the Esco-Fortune Scholarship Fund. With so many rights being changed … Continue reading Shawty Can’t Eat No Books Book Club Returns for Season 2 on the Final Day of Black History Month

2024 Summer Reading List

Jonah Berger is a student of human behavior and penned the impactful book Contagious. Nipsey Hussle gave the book an urban audience when he placed it on his official book list. This book is a gem for business owners who want more insight into what makes certain things catch on. The book is full of … Continue reading 2024 Summer Reading List

2023 Summer Reading List

Maya Angelou was a prolific and beloved poet and writer. Maya Angelou's words have continued to inspire generations with insight and pride. During her lifespan Maya Angelou penned her autobiography describing her upbringing in detail. This book can change your life and teach you about yourself as well as black women in America. Maya Angelou … Continue reading 2023 Summer Reading List

Viola Ford Fletcher, Oldest Tulsa Riots Black Wall Street Survivor, Pens “Don’t Let Them Bury My Story” At 109 Years Old

Tulsa, OK - Decades since the Tulsa Riots disintegrated the once revered "Black Wall Street", where black Americans owned their own banks, farms, shops and homes in one community, the oldest survivor is keeping the history alive. Viola Fletcher along with her grandson and publisher have produced the book "Don't Let Them Bury My Story", … Continue reading Viola Ford Fletcher, Oldest Tulsa Riots Black Wall Street Survivor, Pens “Don’t Let Them Bury My Story” At 109 Years Old

2022 Summer Reading List (Girl Power Edition)

The Color Purple by Alice Walker This classic tale, by American novelist Alice Walker, set in the deep south shows the life of someone enslaved mentally and physically and follows the path of their liberation. This book is not for the weak at heart and will have the reader sympathizing with the main character, Celie, … Continue reading 2022 Summer Reading List (Girl Power Edition)

Jesse Is Heavyweight Launches the “Shawty Can’t Eat No Books” Book Club

In 2019 magnate Jesse Is Heavyweight released his first best selling inspirational motivational book entitled Simply: A Time Capsule. In addition to his book release he decided to launch the very first hip hop Book Club. The Book Club was inspired by the iconic phrasing from Hype Williams' Belly. "Shawty Can't Eat No Books" Book … Continue reading Jesse Is Heavyweight Launches the “Shawty Can’t Eat No Books” Book Club

2016 Summer Reading List: My Voice by Angie Martinez

Angie Martinez has been a staple in hip hop for years. She has been on the forefront of every major movement in hip hop for over 20 years. She has finally decided to tell her story from her ghetto upbringing to her ascent as the Voice of New York. Angie reveals all in her memoir … Continue reading 2016 Summer Reading List: My Voice by Angie Martinez