Ime Ekpo

I am a cultural journalist based in New York City. I cover hip-hop class acts, the happenings of the African diaspora, and Black enterprise. I formerly covered my beat of classic hip-hop at The Source from 2017-2022. My byline has appeared in NBCU Academy, BellaNaija, CUNY

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1,746 viewsJul 19, 2024

How This A&R Is Filling The Void In Artist Development

Coulter is proactively addressing the current void in artist development by implementing a solution-oriented program.

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2,182 viewsJul 7, 2024

How Styles P Is Transforming Hip-Hop’s Health And Wellness Scene

Retiring from his solo rap career, Styles P is now establishing himself as a leading figure in the health and wellness industry with the relaunch of his juice bar.

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1,131 viewsJun 29, 2024

How Tierra Whack And Pinterest Are Revolutionizing Creative Sharing On Social Media

Pinterest is continuing to be an innovative tool for exchanging creativity, now through the lens of Tierra Whack.

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7,211 viewsJun 29, 2024

How Lupe Fiasco’s New Album, ‘Samurai,’ Archives His Artistic Evolution

Lupe Fiasco’s latest album is a tribute to Amy Winehouse thanks to a unique pastime.

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687 viewsJun 28, 2024

How Derrick Hodge Brings Hip-Hop Classics To Life With Symphonies

Now, a decade later, Hodge will reprise his role with Nas and the Colorado Symphony at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on June 30, commemorating the 30th anniversary of 'Illmatic.'

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1,910 viewsJun 27, 2024

This Is Deb Antney's Master Plan For Female Rap Artists

Antney, a major figure in hip-hop management, is closely tied to the early stages of some of the genre’s leading artists.

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17,210 viewsJun 21, 2024

Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ Makes History As First Afrobeats Song To Surpass 1 Billion On-Demand U.S. Streams

Earlier this week, the song made history as it has outperformed in streams in the United States with over 1 Billion, becoming the first Afrobeats song to achieve such reach.

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11,020 viewsJun 19, 2024

Rihanna Makes History As The New Face Of Dior's J’Adore Fragrance

Rihanna has been slated as the new face of luxury brand Dior’s signature fragrance, J’Adore.

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2,027 viewsJun 18, 2024

Oscar Winner Matthew A. Cherry And NBA’s Bones Hyland Celebrate Fatherhood Diversity With Dove Men+Care

This Father’s Day, Oscar-winning director Matthew A. Cherry and LA Clippers’ guard Bones Hyland, teamed up with Dove Men+Care to celebrate the diverse responsibilities of father figures.

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2,603 viewsJun 18, 2024

How DJ Cassidy Is Bridging Musical Eras With ‘Pass The Mic!’

DJ Cassidy radiated happiness into homes worldwide when he launched his 'Pass the Mic!' series, unearthing and celebrating legendary artists across multiple genres.