By Dylan Deprey Sometimes, all it takes is fate to put that one specific person in life’s path to completely alter the future. As Billboard Burn’Em hopped off an eight-year prison sentence, he had a chance to revitalize his rap career and discredit the infamous America’s Most Wanted montage, which partially collapsed his first run […]
C Mill$ Debut Album, “I’m Over It” is Motivation for Hustlers Tirelessly Working Towards the Next Tier
By Dylan Deprey C Mill$ had never strayed from telling the world how he felt. He was called Mr. Feel My Pain for a reason. From the wins to the losses and from the hustle to the hardships, he shared his struggles on countless tracks, including his two-part “In My Feelings” mixtape series. Standout tracks […]
Shantii’s Debut “Shantii” EP is Just a Taste of What’s to Come
By Dylan Deprey Every other week Shantii is in the studio. A global pandemic has not stopped her from making music. While there is a lot of negativity, she blocks it and locks in. Between dropping the absolute slapper “Rule One” in late 2019, she has continued to lace the ladies with a fresh take […]
LL Coogi’s “Wolves Dance in the Night 2” is an Ode to his Lost Brothers and Inspiration to Stay Hungry
By Dylan Deprey LL Coogi is carnivorous when it comes to rap. From verbally assaulting his opponents in battle rap, to viciously attacking beats on his numerous projects, LL Coogi continues to consume every obstacle in his path. The Milwaukee emcee is no stranger to local and national battle rap circles. Between his start on […]
Homeowners have options for postponing mortgage payments during COVID-19
By Dylan Deprey While social distancing has worked to flatten the curve, it has also left people scrambling for work. For some, the bills and the mortgage payment have been on time for years, and in an instance they’re anxiously trying to pay what they can. According to the recently passed CARES Act, lenders cannot […]
Finally, a Reggie Bonds Album! But, For $111?
By Dylan Deprey You’re probably thinking it’s a bad decision, but it’s far from it. Reggie Bonds’ “The Black Tape: A Black Ass Rap Album,” is a timestamp. It’s a statement on where hip-hop culture is at this point time. It’s a dedication to the craft that kept him going during the rough times in […]
C-Space Empowers Local Creatives with Knowledge, Confidence and a Message
By Dylan Deprey Milwaukee’s creative community is like an ice block that’s slowly being sculpted. In a city, whose artistic story is somewhat undefined, there is an untapped source of bubbling creative energy just beneath the surface. For some artists, especially black and brown, there are roadblocks—both mental and physical. Leader’s Igniting Transformation (LIT) is […]
Black Lens Showcases the Ladies with “Black Women Behind the Lens” for Black History Month
By Dylan Deprey There’s no denying that black women have been dominating the film industry this year. From the Hollywood superstars to up-and-coming actresses, writers, producers and filmmakers, Black women are making their stamp on the industry in a big way. Milwaukee Film’s Black Lens is celebrating everything female for 2020 Black History Month. “Black […]
7 Scooops by the Ice Kream Klub is by Kids for Kids, just ask their 6-year-old CEO
By Dylan Deprey If there’s one word to describe Kaliyah Wheeler, it’s vibrant. The 6-year-old smiles from ear-to-ear as she colors in designs on her tablet. Her favorite color is blue, and she loves every ice cream flavor. Her giggles are enchanting and it matches her outfit. The bright pink and blue sweat suit pairs […]
The Original Black Panthers of Milwaukee Dedicate Annual Kwanzaa Shopping with a Panther Event to Fallen Comrade
By Dylan Deprey Four years ago, King Rick, the original Black Panther of Milwaukee general and Carl Williams, his confidant and second in command, pooled together their own money to take a family shopping for the holiday season. The children had lost a parent to gun violence, and the two wanted to show them a […]