December is here and many people have begun sharing their favorite songs of the year thanks to Spotify. As a fan of music I find it hard to narrow down my favorite artist, projects, and songs. Instead I enjoy seeing…
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This week is full of new releases that should keep your playlist full and set for Thanksgiving. We have new music from Busta Rhymes, Dave East, Phony Ppl, 38 Speshh, and St. Louis’s own Nando. Hopefully, this week new entries…
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I want to take a moment to recognize all those who have served a Happy Veteran’s Day. This week we have new music from one of hip hop’s veteran emcees’ Nas, along with a new EP from Glorilla, Wizkid and…
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This week the hip hop world lost Takeoff of the Migos to some unnecessary violence. My thoughts go out to his family and friends as they begin their grieving for the fallen rapper. It hurts my heart that we continue…
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Welcome back to DELUX READS a favorite of many DELUX readers that we decided to bring back after being inspired by an old friend. Here will will share recommendations of our favorite books our contributors and staff recommend as well…
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This week we got St. Louis very own Smino dropping his new album Luv 4 Rent. I don’t know about you all but it feels good when one of our hometown artist make it big. Not to mention, we have…
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From networking opportunities to a runway show for St. Louis native fashion designers, the weeklong event champions Black culture and the power of community.
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What is going on my good people, I hope you have been doing well? This week I came across a billboard article that suggested that Hip Hop has fallen off. My short answer is no, Hip Hop has not fallen…
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A veteran performer who gave 100% on that stage, a literal cultural ambassador with decades of influence over two generations with no sign of stopping and loving every minute is one way to describe the show. A Mary J. Blige concert is an experience you must have in life.
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October is here and we are in the final quarter of the year. This means more music for you and me to listen to as we begin to close out 2022. This week we have new EP’s from Joyce Wrice,…
Read moreOur friends over at YING YING YING hit us up about an incredible event named, Streetwear Market going down this Sunday at The City Foundry. Streetwear Market exists to help support underground creatives in St. Louis and build a community…
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As you know or perhaps do not know, September has been a big month for hip hop throughout the years. From the infamous September 29, 1998, when Jay -Z, Outkast, Black Starr, and A Tribe Called Quest dropped on the…
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The legendary fashion designer, author, and pop icon Diane von Furstenberg will be in St. Louis to feature in The St. Louis Fashion Fund’s, “Speaking of Fashion” series, this October 11th at Washington University. Register here: DVF in STL Registered…
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It is the second day of fall and I’m ready for hoodie season to start. Second, do you drink pumpkin lattes, and why does this season seem to be overwhelmed by pumpkin everything, bring me some sweet potatoes. Anyway, we…
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For the last 13 years, financial guru Marvin Mitchell has remained steadfast in his crusade to bring financial freedom to the black community. After his grandmother was diagnosed with cancer while he was in law school, Mitchell watched as she…
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As told to Shadress Denise Let’s take a trip down memory lane. It’s the mid-90s, and a voice, an unforgettable voice that is new to the airwaves captures a city’s attention. It’s not the voice of someone we’ve heard before,…
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