23Apr

Posted in Creatives on the Go

Creative Entrepreneur, Remi Wolf, Named Named 2025 Thornton Commencement Speaker at Alma Mater USC

by Awakened LoungeApril 23, 2025

Accomplished and critically acclaimed musician and performer Remi Wolf will take the podium as commencement speaker and recipient of the Outstanding Alumni Award for the USC Thornton School of Music graduates. The Thornton commencement ceremony is scheduled…

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18Apr

Posted in Creatives on the Go

Snoop Dogg: From Long Beach to Global Influence

by Awakened LoungeApril 18, 2025

The latest TIME 100 list has dropped, and among the titans of industry, art, and activism stands a figure who has undeniably shaped popular culture for decades: Snoop Dogg. This iconic rapper, actor, and entrepreneur has been…

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18Apr

Posted in Mental Health, Wellness

Black Maternal Health: A Silent Epidemic

by Awakened LoungeApril 18, 2025

This week was Maternal Health Awareness week, a time to shine a light on the critical issue of maternal health. While maternal mortality rates have declined globally, Black women in the United States continue to face a…

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17Apr

Posted in Creatives on the Go, Film Producers, Theater Arts

A Well-Deserved Shine: Sheryl Lee Ralph Lights Up the Hollywood Walk of Fame

by Awakened LoungeApril 17, 2025

Yesterday, the iconic Sheryl Lee Ralph, a true luminary of stage and screen, was finally immortalized on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The energy on Hollywood Boulevard was electric as fans, friends, and family gathered to witness…

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16Apr

Posted in Relationships

Love in Full Bloom: Celebrating Black Joy and Union

by Awakened LoungeApril 16, 2025

There's a certain magic in witnessing love take center stage, a moment where two souls intertwine and a new chapter begins. This breathtaking image, captured with such tenderness, embodies that very magic. It speaks volumes about commitment,…

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16Apr

Posted in Film Reviews

Coming to Streaming on April 22: Award-winning Music Documentary DUSTY & STONES

by Awakened LoungeApril 16, 2025

The award-winning documentary about two African country music singers who dream big follows its theatrical rollout with a streaming premiere on Amazon & Apple TV! Dusty & Stones chronicles the remarkable ride of cousins Gazi "Dusty" Simelane and…

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16Apr

Posted in Creatives on the Go

Weaving Luxury with Purpose: The Inspiring Journey of Ale’B Collection

by Naomi K. BonmanApril 16, 2025

A Conversation with the Founder on Inclusive Luxury, Authentic Growth, and Owning Her Narrative In the dynamic world of fashion and entrepreneurship, the journey of Ale’B Collection stands as a testament to vision, authenticity, and the power…

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15Apr

Posted in Creatives on the Go

Record Store Day 2025: Standout Moments at VP Records

by Awakened LoungeApril 15, 2025

The event in Queens brought out King Jammy, King Addies, King Turbo, Sister Nancy, Johnny Osbourne, Aza Lineage, and more VP Records celebrated Record Store Day on Saturday, April 12, with a five-hour outdoor sound system session…

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15Apr

Posted in Creatives on the Go

Sanchez Releases New Album Jamdown

by Awakened LoungeApril 15, 2025

The 10-track set features original songs co-written with producer Kenneth Thompson, with contributions from Paul Gauntlett, Wayne Armond, and Tafina Wilson Jamdown, the latest album from lovers rock kingpin Sanchez, is out today, April 11, via VPAL Music.…

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14Apr

Posted in Relationships

How to Build a Rock-Solid Relationship in Shaky Times — Without Needing Your Partner to Join You

by Awakened LoungeApril 14, 2025

Financial strain. Career pivots. Family struggles. Life doesn’t always go as planned—and that pressure can hit relationships the hardest. In a world where job loss and rising costs are becoming more common, many couples are looking for…

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