The film industry is still very much a boys’ club. Sensationalism is the primary route to being seen and heard as a woman. Actress, writer, and producer Genevieve Adams knows this all too well. “We deal with double standards and…
The film industry is still very much a boys’ club. Sensationalism is the primary route to being seen and heard as a woman. Actress, writer, and producer Genevieve Adams knows this all too well. “We deal with double standards and…
Music fans often point to Spotify success as evidence that their favorite artist has truly made it by supposedly climbing the Everest of mainstream relevance. And independent music artists all know they have to choose a distribution partner that can…
Summer is a time of relaxation and fun for most. Tedra Rogers will be neck deep in intrigue. The actress joined the cast of Freeform’s time jumping slow burn thriller, Cruel Summer for season 2. The show invites the audience…
Morgan Jay’s penchant for comedy arose from his innate mediation skills. A young boy’s desire for validation soon transformed into concrete artistic ambition. “Being the youngest, I think it’s up to you to diffuse tension at the dinner table for…
AVIV uses Toronto’s eclectic music landscapes as a canvas for her art. “Living in Toronto has always been such a gift when it comes to music,” she says. “Unlike many other cities, who prevail in specific genres, Toronto has a…
Dance puts Charlotte Kavanagh on another plane. “Moving your body in a way that compliments the music just right, giving off a persona that drives your confidence through the roof, and getting to share that joy with others is what…
Danielle Farrell’s love affair with fashion began on a warm Parisian night. Little did she know that was the beginning of her climbing her professional Everest. “When I was thirteen years old, my dad took me on my first trip…
Stepping onto Spelman’s campus was a homecoming for Claudia Walker. The promise of Black womanhood had never been more evident. “My K-12 experience was at predominantly white schools, so going to Spelman was a culture shock for me,” she recalls.…
Grace McKagan has a special affinity for rock going back years. Its influence can still be felt in her music, with her own flair layered in. “I really came into my own and loving rock when I was in high…
2023 is Alexandra Doke’s time to shine. “It’s a dream come true,” she gushes. “I’ve been so fortunate to get to work on such compelling projects, and I’m so excited for everyone to get to see them!” She learns something…
Simplicity reigns supreme for Tim Ostrowsky-Thomas, better known as the mind behind Morning Crush. “There is a sense of honesty to the music that I’m into,” he says. “It’s about the story, it’s about the lyrics, it’s about the melody.…
Although he might not have known it at the time, Caleb Hearn was building his creative foundation throughout his formative years. “My childhood was extremely influential in shaping the type of songs I write and who I am as an…
