Introducing Rising Young Female MC on the Come Up

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INTRODUCING RISING YOUNG FEMALE MC ON THE COME UP

Dallas, TX --  The South has already gotten a taste of what Dejah can do, and with her explosive new track "That Girl" she solidifies her place in the independent hip-hop scene. The fiery new album harnesses Dejah as both a performer and as a songwriter. "That Girl" is a track that's sure to get the girls lit and feeling themselves with that extra confidence that we all need sometimes.

Dejah has performed at the So So Summer Tour, lighting up the stage with The Rap Game artists. She did a song & video "Just Dance" with the Dallas Cowboys Rhythm and Blue Dancers that get the dance team hype before every game. Her song "Dance Like a Maniac" for the Dallas Mavericks Maniaacs get played at every Dallas Mavericks game. That's huge for a young artist on the come up!

From Refugee Camp to Medical School

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FROM REFUGEE CAMP TO MEDICAL SCHOOL VIA CAPE TOWN, LONDON, AND PARIS

By Samixchha Raut Rochester Institute of Technology

Nationwide --  Eight years ago, I lived in Goldhap, a refugee camp in Nepal, where more than 7,000 people reside in just over 1,200 households, without running water or electricity. Today, I'm 22, a senior at Rochester Institute of Technology, majoring in Biomedical Science and on a path to achieve my dream of becoming a doctor. I am studying for the MCAT exam to apply for medical school. It has been a long journey for me and my family.

My dad, a native of Bhutan, fled the homeland with his family. He settled in Goldhap, where he did construction work in a surrounding town, and later started repairing bicycles. He met my mother; they married and had me, and my two younger brothers. But there was barely enough food to go around.

In 2010, my family was able to immigrate to the United States, where we settled in Raleigh, North Carolina. I studied hard and earned a full scholarship to Rochester Institute of Technology. In the spring of 2018, I participated in a study abroad program with the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE). I spent six weeks in each of three locations - studying HIV/Aids Policy & Politics in Cape Town, Media, Gender & Identity in London and Family and Child Development in Paris. The experience reinforced my commitment to be a doctor!

Checkout How The Ed Jackson Live Album Captures This Southeast Queens Hotspot Of World Class Jazz

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The “Ed Jackson Live” Album Captures Captivating World Class Artistry At The Epicenter of Southeast Queens Jazz

The “Ed Jackson Live” CD, a gifted production, makes it possible to share a mesmerizing world class hometown jazz experience with the world. Ed Jackson, and his Ed Jackson  Sextet, which perform regularly at the Jackson Room, have been the closest thing to an ole school throw back to the glory days of Southeast Queens jazz.  Ed's literally underground jazz club the Jackson Room, is the ongoing home of his cadre of talented peers.

This area, has been a home to iconic jazz greats.  Southeast Queens, New York, and nearby areas have been the home town residence of many jazz legends like Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Illinois Jacquet, Lena Horne, and many other extraordinary jazz artists.  

Jackson is a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, and talented leader of the Ed Jackson Sextet.  The Sextet is a cadre of gifted artists which fluctuate in solos and appearances at the Jackson Room.  Ed is an innovative and successful business owner in the area who used his insight to develop the Jackson Room, the backdrop for this promising album.

Black Woman Unlocks Key to Real Estate Wealth With New Online Course

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AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMAN UNLOCKS KEY TO REAL ESTATE WEALTH WITH NEW ONLINE COURSE

Chicago, IL -- For many African Americans, the real estate industry has been a proven path to success. Danielle Pierce is a prime example of the opportunities that exist. She went from being laid off her corporate job to the owner of a seven-figure real estate firm. To help others pursue a similar path, Pierce recently launched an interactive and immersive course for people interested in purchasing tax lien properties.“

"Tax Lien investing can be a profitable niche if you know how to approach it strategically. I've taken all of my experiences and knowledge and packaged them into a step-by-step guide for new and veteran real estate investors," said Pierce. "The course will cover topics that illustrate the difference between liens and deeds, how to make money investing in tax lien certificates, common mistakes people make and much more."

Black-Owned Streaming Service Launches Online Public Offering

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AFRICAN AMERICAN STREAMING SERVICE LAUNCHES ONLINE PUBLIC OFFERING

Mount Vernon, NY -- American Legacy Network Corp. (ALN), the subscription video on demand (SVOD) streaming service showcasing African American history and culture-themed programming and original content for the whole family, recently announced the launch of its Title III Regulation Crowdfunding online public offering (OPO) via Start Engine Capital. The company stock began being sold via StartEngine earlier this month.

For over 23 years, the mission of the American Legacy brand (magazine, board game, mobile truck exhibit, Black history curriculum guide, and television program) has been to preserve and celebrate African-American history and culture. American Legacy has been a catalyst in preserving the African-American experience in America. The transition to television is the next step in the brand's evolution.

Black Women to Be Refreshed, Renewed and Recalibrated at Vashti McKenzi's event

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BLACK WOMEN COME TOGETHER TO GET REFRESHED, RENEWED AND RECALIBRATED WITH LEGENDARY LEADER VASHTI MCKENZI

Nationwide  Vashti M. McKenzie created The SELAH Leadership Encounter for Women 2018. This event, in its second year, gathers women leaders from all facets of life and brings them together to renew, recharge and reinvigorate before the new year. What does SELAH mean? It means to pause and think; to stop and reflect before moving forward in the new year.

At the SELAH Leadership Encounter, women enjoy enriching workshops, panel discussions, a power luncheon, evening entertainment and reflective times to inspire attendees to feel empowered - going home relaxed and reinvigorated to "Dream Big and Go Home: Start Strong, Stay Strong and Get It Done" - which is the conference's theme.

Black-Owned Startup Combines Greeting Cards With Technology and Automation

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BLACK-OWNED STARTUP COMBINES GREETING CARDS WITH TECHNOLOGY AND AUTOMATION

Atlanta, GA  "How many times have you found yourself in this scenario: It’s a friend's or relative's birthday and you’re driving to the store at the last minute to buy a card. You also must go get stamps. "I've been there more times than I care to remember," shares Culture Greetings' founder, Dr. Dionne Mahaffey.

It's a problem Mahaffey has solved for the rest of us. Launched today, her Atlanta-based company, Culture Greetings, offers contemporary greeting cards specifically geared towards Black people and other people of color.