With warmer temperatures hitting the majority of the U.S., we are all thinking about summer. Usually wellness culture talks about summer bodies, you won’t hear that from me. I’m here to talk about nutrition tips that will nourish your summer and fuel you so you can enjoy all the joys of warmer weather. Get your sleep routine in check Longer daylight hours can encourage us to wake up earlier and go to bed later. While we may be doing more during the day, not having a sleep routine isn't doing us any favors. Sleep is a biological need, one that helps us regulate during the day and restore and ..read more

To make it in music, you need dedication and unending self-belief. This is even more true in modern hip-hop, with the genre's globalization and the intense competition making it harder to stand out. In New York (and beyond), a Bronx-born rapper and producer named Cash Cobain is doing it his way, via production and rapping on his own and with other artists. What makes Cash Cobain unique is his spin on the sound of New York drill (referred to as "sexy drill"), focusing more on women than street beefs, over beats that sample classic R&B and soul songs. Cash Cobain isn’t an overnight upsta ..read more

For some people, the connection to their craft is divine. Creating something new out of your circumstances is one thing, but your work becoming one of the pillars of your discipline is truly special. Havoc and Prodigy, better known as Mobb Deep, the two childhood friends from Queensbridge Projects, changed everything with their 1995 album, The Infamous. Released on this day 29 years ago, The Infamous is a new spin on NYC street rap, where both rappers take you for a walk through the toughest and worst parts of their world. There weren’t any albums (at the time) that perfectly encapsulated st ..read more

There are so many new rap albums every week. It can be hard to track what’s what, who’s coming up, and when your favorite artist drops. Last Friday (April 19) featured two new albums worth a listen in the California brothers in arms Gangrene’s (The Alchemist and Oh No) Heads I Win, Tails You Lose and Bay Area mainstay Mozzy’s Children of the Slums. Both albums represent different sides of West Coast rap, but both projects are quality, and show both Gangrene and Mozzy still have tricks up their sleeves. Mozzy - LOST IN MY THOUGHTS (Official Audio) Mozzy has long been the epitome of Bay Area ..read more

On April 16, Berhana brought his Nomad’s Tour to the sold-out Bowery Ballroom and tore the house down. By the time he was done, there was electricity in the air radiating from the energy that had been left on stage. It had been a night of singing, screaming, and storytelling, making it an unforgettable experience for all those in attendance. Starting the evening off strong was Asha Imuno, the talented multihyphenate from Moreno Valley, California. His album, PINS & NEEDLES, was released earlier this year, and it has been circulated heavily by true music lovers and casual listeners alike ..read more

When it comes to delivering those pristine, soulful, and enchanting R&B vibes, there’s nothing better than the enchanting, velvety vocals of Sade. As a highly respected legendary vocalist and all-around beauty, she has been gracing our eyes, hearts, and souls for years. Her unique sound is timeless, and now, we’ll have the chance to own highly sought-after vinyl of her captivating discography. Legacy Records has announced a vinyl reissuing of her six albums and diehard fans are rejoicing and celebrating. With vinyl coming back in style recently, now is the perfect chance to grab physical ..read more

On this day, 30 years ago, a 20-year-old kid from Queens changed hip-hop forever. Regarded as foundational to the genre (and music, period), Nas’s album Illmatic is everything you want in a rap album. Nas has a one-of-one voice, elite technical skill, vivid imagery, and a great sense of atmosphere; every song feels like you’re there with him on that Queensbridge project bench. Illmatic put Nas on the map in 1994 and still stands tall in 2024. Nas - It Ain't Hard to Tell (Official HD Video) www.youtube.com Nas came into prominence at just the right time. Known around NYC as a talented teen t ..read more

Cavalier is not new to this. He’s rubbed shoulders with some of the best to do it, and he might just be your favorite rapper’s, favorite rapper. He’s recently been on well-received, multi-city tours with the highly regarded producer and emcee, Quelle Chris, and the critically acclaimed duo, Armand Hammer. And earlier this month, Earl Sweatshirt mentioned his name when giving flowers to his favorite emcees of the moment. The Brooklyn-raised, New Orleans-based slang spitter also happens to be part of Okayplayer’s in-house creative team — the man wears many hats. On the eve of dropping his late ..read more

Is there a better way to spend an afternoon in NYC than going on a leisurely art stroll? Not only do you get to enjoy inspirational and visually-stimulating art, but you also get to explore the vibrant neighborhoods of the best city in the world. We’ve got a great selection of Black-owned art spaces stretching across the city for you to check out. Grab some friends and get ready to discover all that these talented art destinations have to offer. The Bishop Gallery See on Instagram With the goal in mind of bringing thought-provoking art to Brooklyn, co-owners of The Bishop, Stevenson Dunn ..read more

Rico Wade, one third of the legendary Organized Noize Productions trio and orchestrator of the Dungeon Family, died Friday (April, 12, 2024) at the age of 52. Anyone who knows the legacy of ATL music knows the impact of Wade. He embodied Atlanta’s spirit in a way that made him seem like family even if you’d never met him. He felt like East Point and College Park and he took that energy global — giving a voice to a city, and by extension, to a state and a region. There’s no doubt that Jermaine Dupri put Atlanta on the hip-hop map, but it was the work of Rico Wade that mainstreamed authentic ..read more