Nightlife and New York City are almost synonymous. People from all over the world come to America’s most populous city to jump start their dreams or establish careers —- Jacq (Jacques) Frances was no different. Known as Jacq the Stripper, Jacq traveled to New York City, transformed into a nightlife guru and stripper, then worked with Jeniffer Lopez and Keke […]
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About Sam Nitsch: How Social Media has us under the influence
A few minutes into Sam Nitsch’s album, Under the Influencer, I was sure I wanted to speak to the man behind the music. Though his sound is layered with pieces of 1960s pop and soul music, Sam’s musical origins turned out to be quite different from the pop-soul background I’d expected. Get to know Sam Nitsch. My interview with the […]
Meet the comedian who taught JLO and Keke Palmer how to Strip
Nightlife and New York City are almost synonymous. People from all over the world come to America’s most populous city to jump-start their dreams or establish careers —- Jacq (Jacqueline) Frances was no different. Known as Jacq the Stripper, Jacq traveled to New York City, transformed into a nightlife guru and stripper, then worked with Jeniffer Lopez and Keke Palmer […]
Raised on Missouri soul: discover Bhi Bhiman’s musical journey
Soulful, diverse and talented are the words I would use to describe Missouri native Bhi Bhiman. Shortly before the release of his latest album I’ll sleep when I’m famous, I spoke with the singer, producer, and songwriter about his musical origins, latest album, and inspirations. My interview with Bhi below: Roderick Thomas: Bhi, thanks for speaking with me. Let’s have […]
Success and Stability as an Independent Artist, by Roderick Thomas
The story of the independent music artist is usually marked with challenges and hopes of eventually ‘making it big’ and signing a record contract with a major label. For rapper J.R. Clark, his path as an independent artist has brought challenges, but also success without a major label deal. Here’s how J.R. Clark found stability and success as an independent […]
J.R.Clark: Finding Success and Stability as an Independent Music Artist
The story of the independent music artist is usually marked with challenges and hopes of eventually ‘making it big,’ and of course, signing a record contract with a major label. For rapper J.R.Clark, his path as an independent artist has brought challenges, but also success without a major label deal. Here’s how J.R.Clark found stability and success as an independent […]
Papi’s Home: Mark Borino’s Music With Drake, with Roderick Thomas
How do you go from delivering pizzas to working with the biggest musicians on the planet? Mark Borino, a talented producer, and singer-songwriter did exactly that. His career transformed dramatically after one of the world’s most popular musicians recorded a song to his production. Here’s what you should know about Mark Borino and his life changing work with Drake, and […]
Papi’s Home: Mark Borino’s Music With Drake
How do you go from delivering pizzas to working with the biggest musicians on the planet? Mark Borino, a talented producer, and singer-songwriter did exactly that. His career transformed dramatically after one of the world’s most popular musicians recorded a song to his production. Here’s what you should know about Mark Borino and his life changing work with Drake, and […]
The Oscars Was Historic, And Yes, Will Slapped Chris, by Roderick Thomas
If you hadn’t seen Will Smith walk on stage and smack Chris Rock on camera, you may have thought it was just a rumor. And if you haven’t seen or heard about the now infamous smack, you may not live on earth. Though the highlights of Oscars 2022 were unfortunately overshadowed by a few minutes of rage from the Fresh […]
Rising crime rates, mental health and stop and frisk
NYC crime rates in the 80s and 90s In New York City and nationwide, there is a rise in crime rates. While the violence is not identical to the climate of the 80s and 90s, the sharp spike in crime rates should cause some concern. Between 1990 and 1998 crime rates decreased tremendously. During their respective tenures, New York City […]