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Atlanta music mogul B.Rich dishes on his journey to success, working with famous artists

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by admin - September 8, 2019September 11, 2019 0123

Photo: Tone Deaf-The Brag P.Diddy and Jay-Z may come to one's mind when they think of a music mogul, but New York isn't the only state birthing tycoons. Brian Richardson, better known as B.Rich, helps catapult music careers and has landed himself endorsement deals with brands such as Adidas and Coke.

Six music festivals to attend in Atlanta

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by admin - June 21, 2019June 21, 2019 0326

Photo: AtlantaGA.gov June may be dedicated to Black Music Month, but your love for great tunes don’t have to stop there; music festivals will be taking place all through the summer and fall. Whether you’re a hip-hop, R&B, or pop lover; these are six music festivals that are a must to

Three young black entrepreneurs create clothing brand to pay homage to Atlanta

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by admin - June 14, 2019June 15, 2019 01272

Photo: Provided by Jidenna Ozoh (L-R Denzel Hunter-Shaw, Tevin Holiday, and Jidenna Ozoh) As Atlanta continues to draw more musicians from various states to get a taste of the hip-hop scene, entrepreneurs are also becoming quite common in the city. Freelance writers, photographers, videographers, and even fashion designers are starting their

Rapper Common on promoting consciousness and the importance of providing services to Black youth

by admin - March 8, 2019 0490

Photo: Provided by United Way of Atlanta African American Partnership Chicago native Common (born Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr.) has been rocking the mic since the 90s, and the MC is known for his conscious lyrics on records such as “I Used To Love H.E.R.,” “The Light,” “The 6th Sense”, plus many more.

Offset shares behind-the-scenes footage of “Father of 4” album cover

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by admin - February 24, 2019 0595

Photo: Salute Magazine Offset of the Migos released his solo album Father of 4 Friday, Feb.22. His LP features his wife Cardi B, Travis Scott, 21 Savage, J.Cole, Gucci Mane, Quavo, and many more. After Cardi B won Best Rap Album for Invasion of Privacy at the 2019 Grammys, Offset teased the

From award-winning poet to MC: Ogechi talks creating pro-Black music

by admin - February 23, 2019February 23, 2019 0414

Photo: Provided by Chadwick Vreach What better place is there to be for music right now other than Atlanta? In the words of DJ Esco, “It's the hottest city in the country in music.” During a GQ documentary, Esco identifies Magic City, the popular Atlanta strip club, as one of the entities

Rapper T.I. launches new investment syndicate Tech Cypha

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by admin - February 12, 2019February 12, 2019 0353

Photo: Provided by Ciara Suesberry Rapper T.I. is no stranger to the hip-hop game, launching his rap career in 1999. However, the Atlanta native is expanding his profession beyond the rap scene by pushing toward the technology industry. T.I., born Clifford Harris announced his new investment Tech Cypha on Jan. 18 at Beta Works

Recap Friday: Chad Johnson’s Celebrity Super Slam brings out Atlanta’s biggest stars

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by admin - February 8, 2019February 8, 2019 0330

What's up CeeSoDope readers? I have another exciting recap for ya'll. During Super Bowl weekend, Chad Johnson, former NFL player for the Cincinnati Bengals, hosted his Celebrity Super Slam on Friday, Feb. 1, in Atlanta. Held at Morehouse College Gymnasium, Johnson brought out some of Atlanta’s finest for his Celebrity Super Slam to kick

21 Savage’s possible deportation sparks support and a deactivated Twitter account from Demi Lovato

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by admin - February 5, 2019February 5, 2019 0366

Photo: E! Online The Super Bowl game seemed to bore the masses on social media, but breaking news about rapper 21 Savage being detained by ICE did not. The “A Lot” rapper was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Atlanta Sunday, Feb. 3. It’s been reported that he is

Recap Friday: Brian Hamilton Foundation helps returning citizens start their own business

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by admin - February 1, 2019 0437

Brian Hamilton Foundation is a beacon of hope for returning members of society. Hamilton and Reverend Robert J. Harris started working at prisons to teach inmates how to become entrepreneurs. Twenty-six years later, an act of service is now a national non-profit. On Saturday, January 26, Inmates to Entrepreneurs held a

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