Interviewed and written by: Melody Charles For some, it's a surprise; for others, it's been a long time coming. Super group Mint Condition's lead singer, Stokley Williams, is stepping into the spotlight all on his own with his solo debut, Introducing.....Stokley. Slated for a June 23rd release, Introducing.....is a project that will display new dimensions of Stokley, but … [Read more...] about Music Interview: Stokley on his solo debut album “Introducing…Stokley”
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Roundtable “NO LETTING GO” Cheryl Allison and Randi Silverman discuss their indie film about a family’s struggle with their son’s mental health crisis
By Gordon K. Smith NO LETTING GO is a small but vital independent film about a family’s struggle with their son’s mental health crisis. At a roundtable interview in late March, we learned about the film and its mission from actress Cheryl Allison (Catherine the mother) and co-writer/producer Randi Silverman. The film is based on an award-winning short called … [Read more...] about Roundtable “NO LETTING GO” Cheryl Allison and Randi Silverman discuss their indie film about a family’s struggle with their son’s mental health crisis
Director Interview: Charles Randolph Wright talks “Motown the Musical”
Interview & written by: Melody Charles "The Sound of Young America." It's a legendary story that the world now recognizes as one part ambition, two parts ingenuity and multiple parts soul-----the creation of Motown Records. With a few hit songs to his credit, an $800 loan and a vision of success, Berry Gordy Jr. took his assembly-line experience with sales and skill … [Read more...] about Director Interview: Charles Randolph Wright talks “Motown the Musical”
“I Am Charlie Wilson” – The Gap Band, despair, addiction and back. Interview with the Soul singer on his upcoming memoir and the life that’s filled its pages
....."Give me a hit," I croaked into her ear, sure I could score a little something from her out there on the street. "I'm clean, Charlie. Have been for three years," [my cousin Shirley] said, her voice cracking. "Three years?" I yelled.....While I contemplated the thought, Shirley started to full-on cry, her face contorted, tears leaving streaks down her cheeks and chin. … [Read more...] about “I Am Charlie Wilson” – The Gap Band, despair, addiction and back. Interview with the Soul singer on his upcoming memoir and the life that’s filled its pages
Actor Interview: Stan Houston on his role in “Selma” and why he almost walked away from it
Written by: Melody Charles It's rare to get a memorable acting part in a relatively new acting career, much less one with other certified superstars and singled-out early on for being worthy of an Academy Award, but that's what STAN HOUSTON has accomplished. Atlanta, GA native with both independent and major project roles to his credit, Houston acted in network programming … [Read more...] about Actor Interview: Stan Houston on his role in “Selma” and why he almost walked away from it