CP Looney - “American Rebel”

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This week in music, we have an out of townerrrrrr. Where out of town? Texas. Where in Texas? Austin. OK, ok, we see youuu! Here’s a little about CP: “Austin, TX born and raised, CP Loony is a real Hip Hop Artist putting Austin on the Map. 2017 he decided to put his all into his music. Since then, he’s rocked some of Austin's most prominent stages, sharing the spotlight with the likes of Currency, Cam'ron and Rich Homie

Quan. Loony caught the eyes and ears of Austin writers and tastemakers when his 2018 single, "Thru it All" hit the airwaves on Austin's KUTX (The Breaks). The Austin Chronicle caught wind and recognized the song and named it a top 10 record of 2018. 2019 and 2020 was another year of growth as he was named an Official SXSW artist for the first & second time.

He is already on the radiooooo, watch out now! Today, we are going to focus on a couple songs from his latest project American Rebel. “The album is based on how I feel about being a black man in America and all the stereotypes we face,” said CP Loony. “Not trying to fall in the trap and carving my own path despite the

statistics they put on our lives, overcoming many obstacles and learning how to turn my losses into valuable lessons.” That’s what life’s all about, right? Turning losses into valuable lessons. Alright, let’s get to the music. 

Introvert: First of all, fire. This is definitely a song I can hear myself listening to on a regular day. He’s essentially talking about him just being more to himself because he knows these dudes out here don’t be real. He sticks to the code and just stacks. That’s all there is to it.

American Rebel: This song is the ode to being yourself no matter what. Labels are so easy to give someone but watch who and how you’re labeling people. Just because someone sees you in a certain light doesn’t mean that you’re exactly what they say you are. That decision is up to you. I think something interesting here is that the song is titled American Rebel and he’s apart of the population in this country that is often misrepresented and mislabeled as violent and thug-ish. He’s a Black man. But here, he’s telling us that he’s more than just the labels society gives him.

You don’t have to take my word for it, go listen for yourself. Be yourself, don’t be a follower. What do I know? What do you know? You think you’d be a better judge? I dare you to go listen, how ‘bout dat. Go check out the out of towner from AUSTIN, TEXAS. I don’t know why i felt like that needed to be in caps but I think it gets the dramatic effect across much easier.

ANYWHO----IMPORTANT STUFF BELOW:

American Rebel is available on all streaming platforms.

Instagram: @CPLoonyig | Facebook: CP Loony.


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Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In): Jeffrey McAlister Jr.

We have decided to update you all on what is going on in the local fashion world with Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In). Checking in with a few creatives, businesses, owners, and more. See how today’s social climate is pulling at the Faces of Fashion.

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Jeffrey McAlister Jr.

Businesses: FashionSense https://www.facebook.com/FashionSenseInc ( @jmacjr03 )

Expertise: Stylist, Branding consultant, Model, and Fashion show producer.

What do you think is next for Fashion Industry due to the current world events; 5G, COVID 19 and/or Black lives Matter Movement?

Let’s face it, fashion has a diversity problem. We know this, and plenty of people in the industry have been tackling it. Unfortunately, amid all this activity, the actual issue of racism has often been danced around. We have seen calls for brands to answer for their wrongdoings. down. Once the dust settles, what will the industry do to move forward? I think now more, real sincere efforts will be made to create meaningful relationships with groups serving these communities. Work with more Black creatives.

What does Sustainable Fashion mean to you?

Sustainable fashion to me is the new movement in the industry with brands moving towards more eco-friendly ways to produce clothing and being more socially conscious. For example, one of my new favorite brands that I follow, Official Rebrand that is based in New York. Official Rebrand “feels strongly about making clothing that rejects societal norms and provides a freedom of expression for whoever decides to wear them.” 

How are you affected by these current events; Fashion, business, or lifestyle?

The madness that we have been thrown into over the past few months, especially the pandemic early on, really made settle down and look at my styling brand and business honestly, and come up with new ideas to enhance it and stay relevant. The racial uprising that finally came to head as well during the time, motivated me, even more, to make this the most successful business as I can. It forced me to start filling in the gaps I knew was always there but never took time out to address them.

Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In): Rachel Vasquez 

We have decided to update you all on what is going on in the local fashion world with Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In). Checking in with a few creatives, businesses, owners, and more. See how today’s social climate is pulling at the Faces of Fashion.

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Rachel Vasquez 

Photo by Dupreé Armon

Photo by Dupreé Armon

Businesses: Rachel V cosmetics ( Vasquez Collection) @sheekallure @vasquez.printingco 

Expertise: Fashion creative, Motivational speaker, and Skincare & Beauty

What do you think is next for Fashion Industry due to the current world events; 5G, COVID 19 and/or Black lives Matter Movement?

The fashion industry will be impacted by all the different things going on in the world but still fashion repeats no matter what. Everywhere we go we see BLM shirts, hats , mask, and so much more to represent our people. I think this will definitely start to build change especially in the fashion world. Owning a online boutique I’m always shopping for what’s new with my vendors. You wouldn’t believe how many black girl magic dresses they have available to order. I can’t even start to count the different BLM shirts they have available for me to order. Now remember most of the vendors are in California or China, we all know they are not black and half the models on the site wearing these items are not black! That right there shows you fashion has been impacted. Consumers are demanding to be seen, they want change and respect. Black people are the trends that the world has no choice but to follow. We create the cycles of fashion. Crazy thing is we don’t even know because putting clothes together feels so natural for us. To answer your question we are next,  the time to show and prove for black designers, artists, creatives, black own boutique is now! 

What does Sustainable Fashion mean to you?

Sustainable fashion for me is being able to take old items like denim and bring them back to life. Give them a new purpose and serve a new look.

How are you affected by these current events; Fashion, business, or lifestyle?

Honestly let me thank God for a moment because during this time the growth is my cosmetic has been a blessing. I’m not a millionaire but I have been able to survive during this crazy time. My husband and I have still been rolling in printing business and I even relaunch my online boutique Sheek Allure. Although everyone is wearing chill sets I believe it will have a consistent customer base soon.  My life style has changed a lot. I’m actually getting more comfortable with just being at home. Before all this crazy stuff I never even had time to breathe , with school , businesses, work , kids, and husband yeah COVID has giving me the ability to reclaim my peace. Although I hate COVID I do feel like it has put me in a place to just be thankful for each moment.

Carrie's Coutdown: Episode 1 (Sponsored by Giffted Clothing)

What's up CopyWrite fam! It's ya girl Carrie (AKA Noni Juice) and I present to you my brand new show: Carrie's Countdown. Now y'all know I'm always down to c...

What’s up CopyWrite fam! It’s ya girl Carrie (AKA Noni Juice) and I present to you my brand new show: Carrie’s Countdown. Now y’all know I’m always down to create opportunities for people to showcase their work, especially in a fun way. Growing up, 106&Park had always been a show I looked forward to watching to see all the hottest new videos, and Milwaukee has a lot of dope videos too. But it’s time to see who really dominates the city. Check out the first episode to see who made the Top 5!

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Meet the NEW 2020 Summer Intern, Adrienne Davis

Say what’s up to Adrienne!

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Adrienne Davis is a graduating senior from Milwaukee Area Technical College. Majoring as a digital media student inside of Milwaukee PBS, this social introvert has a passion for journalism, culture, and creativity. Her goals are to fully immerse into her journalism skills, while still representing for the culture. Very free-spirited and sometimes unfiltered, she’s ready to show the city what she’s made of.

This summer she will be working on projects that navigate culture & social views. Reach out to have her cover your next press conference!

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Tr3y - Essential AF

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Are we back to the normal orrrr? Not really-ish? Normal + Current state of reality = Not really normal. We probably will never be normal again, tbh. Personally, I’m in a constant state of living as my best and worst self-ish? Does that make sense? There is a global pandemic literally happening right now as we speak (read) along with a huge social justice movement so I hope you’re really paying attention to what's going on in the world around you. What side of history are you going to be on? Always ask that. #BlackLivesMatter, in case you were confused or on the fence about it. 

Butbacktothetopicathand, Essential AF? What’s that about? Hmm, I’m glad you asked because we’re going to find out together.  Tr3y is a Singer/Songwriter based out of Milwaukee,WI. He recently released a new video and song titled  “Essential AF” produced by Young Tarzan and himself. In Tr3y’s words, “This is a song that’s current to the pandemic we are dealing with right now but in a sexy RnB way!” He decided to switch up the conversation when it comes to the current state of the world. Why not? We need at least one moment to think of something else that is not so heavy but kind’ve related right? Ahhh, that’s where this song lies. I’m not gonna lie, you have to be one hell of a person if you “Essential AF” in his terms. (Shout out to all the real essential workers that worked faithfully through covid-19--y’all need more money for risking your lives fasho.) 

In this song, Tr3y is really tryna see his chick during quarantine. He opens the track with an audio clip of somebody’s president (cause he ain’t ours) insulting a reporter. I didn’t really understand the correlation but some stuff you just ignore when you don’t understand it so we’re going to move on. He goes on to just really pour out his love for this girl who he’s really risking his life for at this point but you know, like he said, he got his masks, his gloves and he on the way. Period. Is yo’ lil dip risking his/her life to see you right now? If they not, you know you got a little reevaluating to do. RIDE OR DIE hit differently now. 

Gon’ head and check the new R&B quarantine love song and send it to yo’ boo and slide on em’ SAFELY WHILE STILL PRACTICING THE APPROPRIATE SAFETY MEASURES. 

*WOW, LOOK HERE FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION*

Essential AF: https://youtu.be/dmD6034ccjs

Instagram: www.instagram.com/tr3ybesingin 

Twitter: www.twitter.com/tr3ybesingin 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/tr3ybesingin

**Disclaimer: Be safe, wear your masks and remain social distancing please :)

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"Black Developer Offers Community $30+ Million Opportunity to Own The Block"

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Supporting the local? We are all about that!

Supporting local Black Business? Now your really talking our language!

The buzz about The Block has been popping up since this weekend when Juneteenth celebrations ensued in the city of Milwaukee.

As informed by a provided press release, Lavelle Young, Developer of the Martin Luther King Jr. Library Redevelopment Project announced the opportunity for community members “to pledge support and interest in participating in a community ownership model” of the project.

Young further commented that:
“It’s gruesome to turn on the TV and frequently see a Black man that looks like me, lynched. It’s even more nightmarish to live in a city that has consistently topped most, if not all, major cities as the worst place for Black people to live,” said Young. 

Are you ready to take the pledge?
To pledge your support and interest in participating in a community ownership model of The Block, visit buildingblocksinbronzeville.com 

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Juneteenth Black Lives Matter Street Mural in MILWAUKEE

Juneteenth 2020

Many Street murals have been popping up around the country to express solidarity with the Black Lives Matter call to action. Today on this Juneteenth of 2020. Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, invites our Milwaukee community to join Lead Artist Vedale Hill, in a Black Lives Matter community art mural.

We had a chance to talk to Vedale as he was preparing for todays Juneteenth event. Here is what he had to say:

“The Black Lives Matter Street Mural is a public art piece commissioned by the City of Milwaukee,  funded by the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, supported by West Care and the local Walmart. I was selected as the Lead Artist to program and produce the mural with the help of other local artists. During these difficult times in our country, I feel that it is a necessity to help the community grow, while also understanding the beauty of the moment. As a long time advocate for community development, I believe that at this moment we are no longer knocking at changes door but instead, we are kicking it in. The location in its self is ideal because it serves as a double entendre of meaning. It is not only literally an intersection but is an intersection between the police and the community that they have taken an oath to serve.” 

As a local media outlet that is all about community and creative culture, we are proud to see a visual representation of the rhetoric we have always lived by. Please join and be apart of this historic event.

(Don’t forget your mask! #SociallyResponsible)

BLACK LIVES MATTER.

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Fashion in a Pandemic w/ Vato

Fashion in a pandemic? Not a problem!

Our Fashion Editor, Vato Vergara turns up his creativity with a trendy and expressive motion picture of fashion in the present and foreseeable future.

In collaboration with @rea_naomi and @robranmke

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