Men or Women? Who’s First?

As I've been making my way through the Bible, I came across an interesting passage in Corinthians. Especially since so I've been growing in understanding patriarchy and how these are things affect our thoughts/interactions, I've been wondering what the Bible says about it. Truthfully, I never felt comfortable with the thought of men being betterContinue reading "Men or Women? Who’s First?"

(Not So) Vintage Vibes: SZA – Julia

In honor of SZA's Debut Full Length Album, CTRL, being released today worldwide, I wanted to bring back one of my favorite songs by SZA, Julia. Julia is a sunny 80s infused track supplying plenty energy and a new sound from the often slowed down siren. She floats over the song as the video highlightsContinue reading "(Not So) Vintage Vibes: SZA – Julia"

Happy Birthday Tony!

I know it's been almost six months since we've last hung out. We are growing into powerful men searching for the place that God has for us. We held each other up when things were at their toughest and what started off as chance built one of my strongest friendships. You are no longer justContinue reading "Happy Birthday Tony!"

Meeting Mike Brown Sr.

Today, I met Mike Brown Sr. It was a truly taxing but enlightening moment. There were so many moments where I tied myself into knots. How would I feel if I were in the same place? Life comes at you quickly, will you be ready? The tragic thing about talking to Mike Brown Sr. wasContinue reading "Meeting Mike Brown Sr."

The Good News: UrbArts

Today was a great day. I spent the day interviewing many people from Ferguson investigating how housing policies created the sociopolitical environment there. One of the many great conversations came from the work Urban Artist Alliance (UrbArts) does in the St. Louis. Founded in 2001 by MK Stallings, UrbArts creates platforms for creatives and communityContinue reading "The Good News: UrbArts"

The Loving Holy Spirit

Over the years, I've been learning not just about Faith but embracing the nature of the Holy Spirit. A few basic things must be understood about It: It comes with peace It's a gentle spirit It is spontaneous I just want to touch briefly on the Holy Spirit, how I've identified It and Its connections inContinue reading "The Loving Holy Spirit"

Vintage Vibes: Amel Larrieux – For Real

I wanted to debut a new series for the blog today with Vintage Vibes. Every once in a while, I'll showcase a favorite song from years ago that still remains dear to my heart. For this week, we have Amel Larrieux For Real. Amel Larrieux is lead singer from Groove Theory, 90's neo-soul mainstays. ForContinue reading "Vintage Vibes: Amel Larrieux – For Real"

Streaming’s Effect on Music Pt. 2

Being from Hitsville. USA (Detroit, Michigan) aka the birthplace of the Motown Sound. I am a student of music. My Uncle studied Musicology at UCLA and all of my grandparents play at least one instrument. I play three instruments, compose, sing, and rap. I watched radios die, blogs boom, and most recently, streaming explode. How […]

Reader’s Choice: Faith is Surrender

Today's post is dedicated to my pledge daughter Faby, who is all around amazing and is going into finals right now! Send her blessings and positive vibes to her on Twitter @iFabylous  Right before Christmas, I wrote a reader's choice on Maintaining Faith in a faithless world. Since then, I've almost finished reading the entire Bible andContinue reading "Reader’s Choice: Faith is Surrender"