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You can tell Dreka Gates put a lot of work into crafting each Love's Harvest product. What stands out is that every item has a specific focus—whether it’s to help you lock in, open your mind to creativity, or get proper rest. As someone who prefers a joint, one of my favorites from her monthly box was the Game Day gummies.

As anticipation builds for Trae Tha Truth’s upcoming album ANGEL, set for release July 3, 2025, the Houston rapper has partnered with T.I. for a candid conversation covering fatherhood, music, and personal growth. The full interviews, now available on YouTube, offer an unfiltered look into the lives of both artists as they discuss balancing careers with raising children and maintaining integrity in the music industry.

Michael Jai White steps in front of and behind the camera for Trouble Man, an upcoming action thriller set for release in U.S. theaters on August 1, 2025, via Samuel Goldwyn Films. White stars as Jaxen, a former police officer who now works as a private investigator in Atlanta. His latest case brings him face-to-face with the city’s underworld when he is hired to find Jahari, a missing R&B singer.

Hebru Brantley, the acclaimed American contemporary artist known for his vibrant pop-art style and socially resonant themes, has launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring his iconic character FlyBoy to life in a brand-new graphic novel. This marks a pivotal moment in Brantley’s creative journey, offering fans a deeper look into the backstory of a figure who has become a symbol of modern Black heroism.

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This 100th issue of Urban Magazine celebrates this historic milestone. Features include Omarion's 40th birthday, Tamika Lamison, Karletté Jones, and our coveted buyers guide.

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