Tis the season to be #SociallyResponsible
#DWYD Joshua Scarver is heading up the mission to give back for the holidays with a fantastic Toy & Book Drive for Children's Hospital and The Milwaukee Child Advocacy Center. The goal is to collect 2,000 toys & books now through Dec. 23rd. Drop off locations listed below. (Some locations will continue to collect through January 2017.)
Read MoreSleigh your winter fashion looks all season long with neutrals and of course our favorite, fur.
Our featured model and fashion idol, Sienna Jones is wearing a white turtleneck bodysuit with a golden bandage skirt. To add more fashion to the mix, she added a blazer cape with a fur scarf, and nude heels to set off the look that is perfect for any occasion.
We love her look.
**CW Tip** Add shear tights and boots when adapting this look for colder days.
/CW Fashion
Photography by Dexter Williams Williams Photography
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Sometimes to get to the next level in your craft, you as artist need to change your approach, maybe even redirecting your focus and cutting out things that will effect the way you want to move forward.
Dee Phr3sh, 23-year old Milwaukee native, has done just that. Going into the dark to come back to the light with FIRE.
"FireStyle" produced by Golden Child, is another extension of the heat that will be coming on "Trap Card [EP]" from the artist real soon. Fast-paced bars over sharp 808 kicks, Dee takes the track to show off different stylistic approaches in his "arsenal."
And we couldn't help but notice Dee's cover art, inspired by manga; contrasting city landscapes and traditional Japanese characters. DOPE!
Peep the track below.
Written and Performed by D. Miller Produced by D. Williams Trap Card Dec. 2016
Then peep this other freestyle featuring his homie "CT."
To say thank you for your patience. Now it begins.
J.Cole has hit us with another one! This time it ricocheted through the media into the hands of multi-talented creative, Xavier Ruffin.
Here he takes the "False Prophets" beat, paring it with his personal bars, and creating a video montage inspired by his family and friends. He edits his-story to portray the times he has shared and the things he has missed on his quest for greatness, including (his younger brothers graduation) the things he can not get back. His "Recognition", is to the reality of it all, and the sacrifice that is life.
His growth, his understanding, and his exploration of self, resonates with so many, we post this not only because it is a great spin on a very "controversial" track, with a creative visual, but to reassure X, he is not in this alone. We have all seen, false prophets.
Introducing CopyWrite’s fashion series, Grandparent’s Closet.
We all have those one-of-a-kind or very unique items that we love to wear. The big question is “where did you get it from?” and with no shame; our fashion editor Vato will say his Grandparents Closet. “If your grandparents we’re as cool as mines when they were younger, then I’m sure you’re familiar with what’s in their closet.”
In this segment, Vato takes one-of-a-kind “vintage” clothing from his relatives closet and gives it a modern twist.
Vato shows off a sweater which looks knitted in the colors black, grey, and white. As you can see in the photos below; he wears the sweater as plain and simple as possible, making it easy for people to focus on the sweater. It was given to him by his great uncle who owns a collection of sweaters.
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Mamas Boy.
It's not a necessarily a "good" term and it has different connotations depending on who is saying it but all in all it means the same thing; you are your mother's son.
In Lex Allen's "Mamas Boy" he sings out some of his sorrow in a heartfelt track over a heavily piano driven beat but if you listen closely you'll hear his gasps of air (shout-out to the producer). The song feels like a lullaby that is Lex's reality. Released almost a year after the passing of his mom, Lex's tribute would have made her proud. He maybe a "Mamas Boy" but that's not stopping him any. And while her spirit is still with him today, Allen is singing towards the heavens and healing through his passion and we love it.
So call your mamas, grandmamas and babymamas; remind them that they are loved and you will always be there for them, as they will you.
Listen to the track below and rest peacefully to our #WCW Lex's Mama. We wish we could have met the person that made Lex. We love your Baby Boy too. ❤️
Music.LexAllenProductions.com Lex Allens 'Mamas Boy' turns the earth shattering pain from losing his mother almost a year ago, into a heartfelt memorial with his emotional tenor voice, vivid lyrics and uplifting piano driven beat. It's the perfect soundtrack to healing and finding the silver lining after a tragedy.
Read Vato's interview with stylish boss lady, Rosha Brister.
Prior to the interview; Rosha and I met at a festival, where we were able to share our passions about fashion. Rosha Brister is the owner and founder of The Style Hub, an online style directory where you will be able to locate local stylists from a variety of search options. Basically Rosha is dope and can connect with the people that you need for all things fashion and style related. In addition, this led up to Rosha asking me to host an event called, 'The Battle of Salons' Fashion Show.
We met at a coffee shop for the interview to talk her "street style."
What is your style?
Rosha likes to consider her style like the modern day 70s era. She is very fascinated with high wasted denim, crops tops, deep cut v-neck shirts, turtle necks, hats, and fur scarfs. Keeping it in a time she feels most appreciated in.
Who or what influences your style?
Rosha feels as if inspiration comes from other clothing pieces. Wondering how she could duplicate something and add her own twist to it. She says social media is one of her hugest outlets when it comes to looking at pieces to influence her style.
How does your closet look?
Rosha considers herself to be very organized and a bit of a neat freak. She has all her denim in one spot, but everything else is color coordinated, hanging up and or folded. One thing I found interesting is how she switches her closet as the seasons change.
Favorite places to shop?
Urban outfitters, American Apparel, and H&M
Follow Rosha's Style Hub on Instagram and Facebook @_thestylehub to get more updates on local fashion and style events or for your next fashion show.
- Vato
Nowadays, (well in most relationships) there's no real hard definitions set for the "standard" of dating. We could go on about the crazy and complicated world that is modern dating but we're not. At the very least, most relationships are difficult. Often leaving someone in the relationship confused and most likely wondering what happened on the other side to change what this "thing" was.
In AWillThaGreat's track "Temporary", he covers the "topic of a man and his inconsistent escapades with women over time, with nothing being too steady for too long." You can feel it. A switch of his normal flow and featuring King Roya'l on the hook; he resonates a melodic sound with some internal thoughts brought to the light.
Listen to the track below and tell who you need to tell how you really feel before it's too late. You'll thank CW and AWill that you did.
"Temporary" (Ft. King Roya'l) Produced by Millz Douglas 'Do It Yourself' EP Coming Soon Follow AWillThaGreat: Twitter: twitter.com/awillthagreat Facebook: facebook.com/awillthagreatmusic Instagram: instagram.com/awillthagreat
One Monkey don't stop the show but it might just start it for Ruby Gee.
A Milwaukee Native turned Denver resident, Ruby Gee brings us 'One Monkey.' A track presented by Momentous Entertainment; a company owned by her and a fellow artist Anto'Neyo. 'One Monkey' a short (we would call teaser) track gives any new listeners a snippet of Ruby's flow. Heavily influenced by 90s Hip Hop, smoking (Hey, she does live in Denver) and like most female emcees the right to brag about rapping bars around her counterparts; Ruby Gee has our attention.
Ruby Gee's self-titled E.P. should be dropping pretty soon but until then peep the video below.
We had to make you wait...NOW press play!
Some times we stall, but thats just so we can have you take another listen.
"Hold Me Down" by Bo and His Beautiful Band brings bright breathy female vocals and a electrifying male counterpart coming into the chorus giving that extra power to the track. The Single will be featured on Bo and Hiis Beautiful Bands up-and-coming EP titled, "Deux" set to drop in late February. The instrumentals is one of my favorite elements of "Hold Me Down". A smooth base groove, jazzy piano, and lots of percussion, the overall sound is not only unique but refreshing. The lyrics are simple and relatable, we all face moments of self doubt and get into situations where we feel like everybody is trying to hold us down. Look out for the track and EP "Deux", judging off of what we have heard so far you won't want to miss this project.
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