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
Category: Q & A
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’
Ming Lee: ‘My only regret in life is not starting soon enough’
Originally published on The Industry Cosign December 20, 2014 Most entrepreneurs, when they start their businesses, dream of becoming millionaires and be wealthy for life. Successful entrepreneur, Ming Lee, started her business so she can have a few extra dollars in her pocket to pay her bills. It just so happens that she became a… Continue reading Ming Lee: ‘My only regret in life is not starting soon enough’
Greg Marius Is….. Legendary
People think that rappers becoming entrepreneurs and owning their businesses is new and they have no clue, that it is, indeed, NOT new. It’s great that the Jay-Zs, the 50 Cents, and the Rick Rosses have achieved success outside of spitting lyrics. But, this is not a new phenomenon that just started recently. In fact,… Continue reading Greg Marius Is….. Legendary
5 Questions With… Sabrina Lamb
Originally published on The Industry Cosign April 6, 2015 Sabrina Lamb, founding CEO of WorldofMoney.org, has built a notable career uplifting others. Lamb’s career achievements include best-selling author, award nominated comedian, actress, featured contributor at top publications and tireless community advocate. Even if you don’t know her name, you’ve probably seen or heard her.… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Sabrina Lamb
Nafeesa Monroe: ‘I Have a Vision of Inclusive Theatre’
Originally published on The Industry Cosign October 7, 2015 Inclusive Theatre is a concept that should be a given, especially in today’s diverse society. Some may feel we have advanced as far as racial, cultural and even gender equality, but, as most reading this knows, this is untrue. Advanced, maybe, in theory that opportunities are… Continue reading Nafeesa Monroe: ‘I Have a Vision of Inclusive Theatre’
Jameel Spencer: ‘I still get excited by coming up with ideas and seeing them come to fruition’
Originally published on The Industry Cosign February 2, 2015 When you’ve been in business for a number of years, boredom or complacency can set in. Not for Jameel Spencer. After working with so many popular brands and A-list celebrities, Spencer still not only comes up with winning ideas but is still driven to see them… Continue reading Jameel Spencer: ‘I still get excited by coming up with ideas and seeing them come to fruition’
DoitAll Is….. Legendary
The Business of Hip Hop is probably more prevalent nowadays than the music itself. It’s a natural evolution that had to happen to keep the culture alive and appealing. But, in my opinion, this business only thrives with the input of those directly involved in this culture, that has grown to many aspects of life.… Continue reading DoitAll Is….. Legendary