Category: Q & A

Ted Lucas: ‘The Kids Nowadays Don’t Care About the Message Anymore’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 16, 2014 In 1994, Slip-N-Slide Records was born and the first artist was a rapper by the name of Trick Daddy. After the success of the first album, the next album Trick Daddy put out, featured an artist named Trina, who became the second successful artist on the… Continue reading Ted Lucas: ‘The Kids Nowadays Don’t Care About the Message Anymore’

S. Epatha Merkerson: ‘When I learned I had Type 2 diabetes, I decided to get serious about my health’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 29, 2014 The Law and Order franchise wouldn’t be the same without Anita Van Buren. The face is so familiar, she’s lasted longer than every other main character on the series — that staying power has to be acknowledged. But her staying power in her personal life is… Continue reading S. Epatha Merkerson: ‘When I learned I had Type 2 diabetes, I decided to get serious about my health’

Africa Miranda: ‘I’m thankful for every experience I’ve had that’s led me to this point’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign January 6, 2015 Africa Miranda is a busy woman these days. Besides being a brand ambassador for Creme of Nature, she is also a cast member on the reality TV show, The New Atlanta. The shows features professional women in the Southern hotspot seeking career fulfillment and love. The… Continue reading Africa Miranda: ‘I’m thankful for every experience I’ve had that’s led me to this point’

Malcolm Jenkins: ‘I Have a Responsibility to our Youth to be a Positive Role Model’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 17, 2014 role model noun “a person whose behavior, example, or success is or can be emulated by others, especially by younger people.” It’s often been stated that athletes have a responsibility for being a positive role models for children because of their status as professional players. Although… Continue reading Malcolm Jenkins: ‘I Have a Responsibility to our Youth to be a Positive Role Model’

Haddy Racks Hoodlifemovement Interview

Haddy Racks Speaks about the art of Hustling his music within the last 10 Plus Years. He speaks about being in Group (KURUPT MONEY) years ago and working with LEGENDARY PRODUCER “BUCKWILD”. Also elaborated on the importance of having a great team and great manager (DOVE) Tygereyeent. Related Links: D-Nice Presents True Hip-Hop Stories: Greg… Continue reading Haddy Racks Hoodlifemovement Interview

Jamal Smith Is… Everything Brooklyn

Originally published on The Industry Cosign April 6, 2015 The stronger ones are the people who go through a struggle and/or hardship and continues to, not only live life, but, stake their claim on the goal they are trying to achieve.  As most entrepreneurs know, it’s never about just working but, more so, working on… Continue reading Jamal Smith Is… Everything Brooklyn

Dana Dane Is… Legendary

Growing up in a time where the crime rate in the biggest city on Earth was disheartening, to say the least. Being a young Black boy growing up in Brooklyn didn’t always lead to a positive path in the eyes of many. The choices one had at the time wasn’t as bright and open as… Continue reading Dana Dane Is… Legendary

Angela Yee: ‘If You Aren’t In Love With What You Do, Then How Can You Give 110%?’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign January 28, 2015 Being the only female of your crew gives you the opportunity to stand out and be recognized in a light others in your group may not get. This is especially relevant in Hip-Hop. Look at Eve (Ruff Ryders), Lil Kim (Junior Mafia) and The Lady of… Continue reading Angela Yee: ‘If You Aren’t In Love With What You Do, Then How Can You Give 110%?’

Lita Lewis: ‘I decided that pursuing a career in health and fitness is my calling’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 17, 2014 Having a presence on social media is a must these days in order to be successful, in any line of work. When you are the brand and what you display is what people will be drawn to, it’s vital to take advantage of that and with… Continue reading Lita Lewis: ‘I decided that pursuing a career in health and fitness is my calling’

5 Questions With… Marcus Dawson

Originally published on The Industry Cosign March 2, 2015 Many artists nowadays have to, in essence, be multi-taskers in order to be successful. Gone are the days of just going in the studio, laying the music and vocals down and then letting someone else take it from there while you wait to go on stage… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Marcus Dawson

Winsome Sinclair: ‘We are Being Paid to Make Believe’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign May 27, 2015 When you work and collaborate with directors like Steven Spielberg, Spike Lee, Oliver Stone, John Singleton and Lee Daniels, you tend to stay in business based on your work ethic and highly sought after skills. Being involved with institutes like the African-American Women In Cinema Foundation,… Continue reading Winsome Sinclair: ‘We are Being Paid to Make Believe’

5 Questions With… Helen Little

Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 16, 2014Music is one of the only constants that has and will probably always exist for us as a society. Be it the sounds of nature or the rhythms of early tribes or the nursery rhymes we hear from the lips of our mothers and grandmothers growing up.… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Helen Little

Shawn Pen: ‘Put your pen to paper and write more than songs’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign March 4, 2015 When Hip-Hop was first acknowledged by the masses, it was looked at like a fad, similar to disco. Hot for the time being, but will play itself out soon, especially since it was coming from Black kids in the inner city. Yes, that was the mindset… Continue reading Shawn Pen: ‘Put your pen to paper and write more than songs’

Marvin Church: ‘When you master your craft you build confidence’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign January 16, 2015 Marvin Church, AKA ‘Marv the Barb’, is a celebrated groomer, educator and image consultant. Having worked with the likes of various esteemed lawyers, politicians and power players in the business field, he also makes some of Hollywood’s leading celebrities, comedians and athletes look a tad better… Continue reading Marvin Church: ‘When you master your craft you build confidence’

Jack Knight: ‘My Personal Experiences and the Experiences of Others are the Key to my Work’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign August 13, 2015 Jack Knight AKA Starman is a comic book superhero in the DC Comics Universe and a member of the Justice Society of America. But, wait, this is a different Jack Knight! Instead of being a comic book superhero in the DC Comics Universe, he is actually… Continue reading Jack Knight: ‘My Personal Experiences and the Experiences of Others are the Key to my Work’

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