REVOLT • 6th August 2024

Brandon Blackwood talks Black culture inspiring fashion, dressing Beyoncé, and his viral ESR tote

On May 21, fashion lovers gathered in New York City to celebrate style and community at The LGBT Community Center’s 10th annual Fashion Centered Gala honoring Brandon Blackwood and Dorothy Berwin.
Founded at the height of the HIV/AIDS pandemic in 1983, The Center has provided support for New York City’s LGBTQ+ community through mental health services, economic initiatives, recovery programs, youth support and more. The annual gala is organized to fundraise and ensure that The Center can...

REVOLT • 29th July 2024

Have you tuned in yet? The “UnPrisoned” cast talks season 2, childhood trauma, and healing

“UnPrisoned,” a series based on creator Tracy McMillan’s life, has returned for a second season. The show follows the ups and downs of influencer and therapist Paige Alexander (Kerry Washington) and her father, Edwin Alexander (Delroy Lindo), who was recently released from prison after serving a 17-year sentence.
In season one, Paige begrudgingly agrees to let Edwin move in with her and her 16-year-old son, Finn (Faly Rakotohavana), hoping her dad can get back on his feet. As they cohabi...

Out Magazine • 16th July 2024

GAYLE talks 'Internet Baby,' touring with Pink & Taylor Swift

Can you imagine being 20 years old and getting nominated for a Grammy? Well, that dream became a reality for pop sensation GAYLE in 2022 when her smash hit song "abcdefu" was nominated for Song of the Year at 65th annual Grammy Awards.Since then, the songstress has been on a roll — her song "butterflies" was featured in the Barbie movie soundtrack, she performed as a special guest on Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour, and she even had an orchestral version of her song played in the third season of Br...

REVOLT • 5th July 2024

Bobby Shmurda is preparing to drop ‘Ready To Live’ and helping underserved youth level up

Many fans came to know Bobby Shmurda in 2014 after his hit song “Hot N**ga” took over the internet, peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and simultaneously changed the way fans said “about a week ago”— not to mention the “shmoney dance” to go along with the record. His hitmaking prowess also led to the young star signing a contract with Epic Records.
Just months after the release of “Hot N**ga,” Shmurda had to step away from his rising career to serve a six-year prison sentence, acco...

REVOLT • 21st June 2024

“They had every right to be outraged”: Michael Rainey Jr. and Method Man talk fans’ reactions to “Power Book II: Ghost” ending

The “Power” universe came to life in 2014 when the show’s creator, Courtney Kemp, collaborated with Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson to produce the initial series, which lasted for six seasons. The crime drama gave rise to breakout stars like Michael Rainey Jr., who played Tariq St. Patrick in the original and is now the star of the popular STARZ spin-off that returned to television screens on June 7.
This season of “Power Book II: Ghost” follows Tariq and his internal battle against becoming li...

Out Magazine • 6th June 2024

When it comes to his music, Durand Bernarr isn't afraid to show up & show out

Anyone who thinks that "R&B is dead" clearly hasn't met Durand Bernarr. However, Bernarr isn't only an R&B artist — he's a genre-bending talent with stamps of approval from the likes of Earth, Wind & Fire and Erykah Badu, two legendary acts with whom he's worked closely.Beyond his immense talent, watching a performance by Bernarr will make you feel right at home — even referring to himself as our favorite cousin on our daddy's side. His commanding energy showcases the theater roots that have cra...

Out Magazine • 28th May 2024

Ts Madison doesn't care what trolls have to say: 'I bought my first mansion off that, girl'

"I feel like a Puerto Rican in this hair! Rican honey, Rican!""I'm dark-skinned, light-skinned, beige, fluorescent beige b**tch, I'm Black!"These are iconic words from none other than the internet queen turned executive producer, actress, and RuPaul's Drag Race judge, Ts Madison. Oh, and did we mention that she's the first Black trans woman to executive produce and star in her own show?It doesn't get more legendary than that.You can't talk about social media videos going viral without mentioning...

REVOLT • 17th May 2024

“I’m inspired by the power”: Jeezy and Jesse Washington discuss Hip Hop influencing politics at the highest level

Since its inception over 50 years ago, Hip Hop has helped amplify the voices of Black America. From lyrics like “Double-digit inflation / Can't take the train to the job, there's a strike at the station” in Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five’s “The Message” to Kanye West saying, “George Bush doesn’t care about Black people” on live television after Hurricane Katrina, Hip Hop artists have either used music or their platforms for social and political advocacy.
Director and writer Jesse...

Out Magazine • 10th May 2024

Baby Tate talks new music & being a proud pansexual: 'Google is your friend, and it's free'

Baby Tate once said, "You can't outdo the do-er, you can't outshine the shiner, baby," and no truer words have ever been spoken!The 27-year-old rapper is certainly shining as she continues to solidify her role as one of the most fresh and innovative voices in hip-hop. Her latest EP, Sexploration: The Musical, is an exciting (and spicy!) project in which the emcee and singer, who identifies as pansexual, takes listeners on a journey of self-discovery, navigating sexuality, and romance through che...

Out Magazine • 22nd April 2024

'Ugliest House' host Retta is here to help make make America less drab & more fab

Owners of ugly homes are battling out again in season five of HGTV's Ugliest House in America.Since its premiere in 2022, the HGTV series follows host and Good Girls alum Retta as she travels across the United States to find the most repulsive homes in the country. And here's the kicker: The homeowners nominate their unattractive homes for the challenge and a chance to win a $150,000 renovation.Retta chatted with Out about the hideous house showdown and her approach as a host this season. "I def...

Out Magazine • 23rd February 2024

Kelly Rowland, Trevante Rhodes & more talk their hot (and we mean HOT) new film 'Mea Culpa'

Is it just us or did it just get hotter in here?The genetically blessed Kelly Rowland and Trevante Rhodes are the stars of a sexy and suspenseful new film and we’re SOLD!Do you believe that anyone can be guilty of anything? Well, that's the theme of Tyler Perry’s latest sensual thriller, Mea Culpa, which is now streaming on Netflix.The film follows criminal defense attorney Mea Harper (singer and Destiny’s Child icon Kelly Rowland) who mixes business with a whole lot of pleasure in a steamy affa...

REVOLT • 5th September 2023

The inaugural Caribbean Music Awards was full of raised flags and pride

Many Caribbean flags were in the air as the region’s music lovers gathered to celebrate the first-ever Caribbean Music Awards on Thursday night (Aug. 31) at Kings Theatre in Flatbush, Brooklyn, which is also known as New York’s “Little Caribbean,” making it the perfect location for the historic event.
Music legends and icons in the making walked the red carpet to celebrate the contributions of new and veteran artists in genres like Dancehall, Reggae, Kompa, Soca, and Calypso. With so man...