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Algee Smith taps into heartbreak and hedonism on new single “Magic City”

June 11, 2025
by Michael D. Monroe

Actor Algee Smith is stepping out of the spotlight and into the studio. Known for his standout roles in Euphoria, The New Edition Story, The Hate U Give, and Judas and the Black Me

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Palestinian Writer Tariq Ra’ouf Inks Memoir Deal with Interlink Publishing

June 3, 2025
by Michael D. Monroe

Palestinian American journalist and viral activist Tariq Ra’ouf has signed a memoir deal with Interlink Publishing, officially announced on June 2, 2025. The book, acquired by ed

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Ari Abdul Announces New Single “Alive,” Dropping June 13th

June 1, 2025
by Michael D. Monroe

Ari Abdul just gave fans something to look forward to: a new single titled “Alive” drops June 13. The announcement came via Instagram, where the rising dark-pop artist shared a

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32 Palestinians Killed as Israeli Forces Open Fire Near U.S.-Backed Aid Site in Rafah

June 1, 2025
by Michael D. Monroe

On June 1, 2025, Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinians gathered near a U.S. backed food distribution point in al-Mawasi, Rafah, a zone previously declared a “safe area.” A

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Fuerza Regida and Evoke Redefine the Album Drop with 111XPANTIA LIVE on TikTok

May 30, 2025
by Michael D. Monroe

Fuerza Regida just set a new standard for what an album rollout can look like in 2025. On May 1st, the group went live on TikTok for a 2.5-hour broadcast called “111XPANTIA LIVE,

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Luis Alfonso Releases New Single “Stylacho,” Putting Colombia’s Swagger on the Map

April 4, 2025
by Michael D. Monroe

Colombian singer Luis Alfonso is back with a swagger-filled new single titled “Stylacho,” released alongside a vibrant music video shot in Medellín and directed by Julián Hen

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Rimas Publishing Is Doing It Their Way from Puerto Rico

March 21, 2025
by Michael D. Monroe

Rimas Publishing is showing the world that Puerto Rico doesn’t need to follow, it leads. With more than 150 songwriters, including Bad Bunny and Eladio, they’re pushing the isl

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Ari Abdul’s “Dreams” Is a Shadowy Pop Lullaby That Won’t Leave Your Head

March 8, 2025
by Michael D. Monroe

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