Great art is an asset! Art galleries around the world house what many call masterpieces of the times. Some people just have a knack for certain things. For instance, I would love to draw well and probably could take a class to strengthen my skills. At the end of the day my drawings always come out looking like stick figures. This brings me to the art of “The Blue Lady” AKA Taleatha Wallace. She creates beautiful 2 and three dimensional art pieces that reflect Black Culture and the beauty industry. On Sunday July 27th I had the opportunity to view a collection that she had just completed. The show was hosted in the Belmont Cragin community. It was very eclectic and comfortable and you were able to visually consume the art pieces. Over the years I have been able to acquire pieces from The Blue Lady but I noticed that most of my pieces showcase women. In this collection she featured pieces of men who that she created. I inquired about the motivation to add more men to the art she created. She stated that when she vended at various venues the men would always ask “where are the pieces of men?” Autumn her daughter and assistant noticed that this was a recurring question and encouraged her to create more pieces of the fellas. Her art is incredible! It has depth, texture, color, you name it! She has pieces ranging from $5 to $400 on all scales. If you are looking to purchase some cultural capital for your space I encourage you to check out The Blue Lady’s art. Tell her that Mr. Openyonated sent you. You can see some of her work on her Facebook page. —>https://www.facebook.com/thewallaceinstitute

Check out Chicago’s very own “The Endurer” as he represents Chi City with this latest project My Ode to Hip Hop. The Endurer has a rich library of hits. Be sure to stop by his You Tube channel and subscribe as well as check out his music. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ZR0TKXfUv-lB7cmWD7IEA You can follow follow him on Facebook at –>https://www.facebook.com/theendurer

“My Truth” the latest single by BJ SOP has dropped! —> https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=YvNftr8aWrs&list=OLAK5uy_nFZWYyZ_W8GkUEHBVGp2gMTyPzywD91aA It’s a smooth ride and pairs well with the other singles from his latest project. Be sure to stop by his You Tube page and take it for spin and tell us what you think. Make sure you follow the artist for future projects and releases.–> https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCyYOnbKnnyMbI2PkphWoWbQ

Check out the behind the scenes of “My Truth”–> https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B9xaUyTPJ/

You can also follow him on Facebook-> https://www.facebook.com/bj.hill.562

If there was ever a time for restoration the time is now. We live in a world of turmoil physically, spiritually and politically. Chicago’s very own Hip Hope artist “The Endurer” speaks life into those who need a Soul Restoration. It’s a great track featuring Restore. If you’re feeling like your tank is empty take it for a spin. Be sure to subscribe to his You Tube Page for new projects as well as follow him on social media.

www.youtube.com/@TonyEndurerBriscoe999

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Tony Briscoe AKA The Endurer is a Spoken Word/ Hip Hope artist who infuses many life experiences to reach the young people in the City of Chicago through poetic expression. His video “He Loves Me” was released in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Check out his debut album “My Journey” by The Endurer. The Endurer has a rich library of hits. Be sure to stop by his You Tube channel and subscribe as well as check out his music. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ZR0TKXfUv-lB7cmWD7IEA You can follow follow him on Facebook at –>https://www.facebook.com/theendurer

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Mr Openyonated had an opportunity to chop it up with Host Dee from the Quintessential Queens Podcast once again. They had an opportunity to talk about his latest project Rhymes and Rants, politics, religion and everything that’s going on in the world. Hit the link to check out the show.

Check out the latest project from Earnest James His new book details the success and life principles that he learned in his journey of going from a follower and academic failure to becoming an honor roll student, graduating high school in three years instead of four, and being a college graduate. He is a professional speaker, podcaster, author, and leader in multiple communities.

This book is great for students, young adults, and anyone seeking success in their lives.

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There is nothing like a story that grabs you immediately and reels you. That is exactly what the latest project from Javid Jenkins does. Like everyone else social media, streaming apps and other forms of electronic entertainment often have me in a chokehold BUT reviewing the first four chapters of his book has reminded me of the power of a good old fashioned reading experience. I’ve known Javid for quite some time. I saw him and his wife Wendy on Facebook doing the Insanity Fitness challenge. I watched him transform himself and the lives of others through Getting Better Fitness a company that he founded. He had a vision, created a plan and executed it successfully. All visionaries have a back story, and you get the privilege to see where this dynamic personality came from. The title alone kind of makes you say “hmmmm I wonder what this is going to be about because who wants to be illegitimate?” Javid carefully weaves his story together like a crochet project and as an observer you anticipate the next part of the garment being completed. The character development is on point as I can literally see the interactions as I read the book. There is an art to telling stories and creating imagery and he does it very well. As a reader I can identify with some of the experiences and I think they are universal. I can tell by what I have read so far that this is a project that promotes healing. I started reading the 1st couple of chapters fast but, when I got near the end of my sample portion I slowed down because the official release is not until April. I cannot wait to get my hands on the entire copy of the this book and I encourage others to grab a copy as well! If you would like to connect with Javid you can do so on his website https://www.javidljenkins.com/ and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Javid73 as well as Instagram at @JavidlJenkins