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Tovi Khali “French Quarter Style”

We believe that music is suppose to be timeless but of course you will have a few trendy songs intermingled with classic music every now and then. Tovi Khali’s “French Quarter Style” is one of those albums that you can place into the timeless category. Her style is definitely not a cookie cutter production, it’s […]

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Not Quite Solo Show by Ada Cheng

Openyonated.com had the opportunity to attend Ada Cheng’s “Not Quite Solo” show at the Women & Children’s Book Store the last feminist bookstore in the country located at 5233 North Clark on August 14th.  This was my first time attending one of Ada’s show,  I met Ada at a “Healing Corner” event and she  graciously […]

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International Maverick “Leaving You To Find Me”

Hip Hop has become one of the most powerful mediums in popular culture. It is an ever evolving genre that changes as new artists continue to put their individual spin on it.  Those from the “old school” typically say that the new music is garbage and those from the new school say that the “old […]

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Beast Woman

Openyonated.com had the opportunity to see the “Beast Woman” show at the Prop Theater located at 3502 North Elston. It’s a showcase of phenomenal women from various backgrounds with a diverse set of talents. Check out our coverage from the show!

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Back Of The House Poetry

Openyonated.com had the opportunity to experience Back Of The House Poetry for the first time and it reminded us of a kickback of friends gathering to shoot the breeze. The theme of the event was “When Men Speak.”  It was hosted by Jeronimo & Kent Wade of Solace Souls.   The event is sponsored  by […]

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CEO TRU “Man On A Ledge”

What does one do when all of the odds are against them?  What action does a man take when the naysayers are watching and looking for him to break? CEO TRU gives us a look into the mind of a man on the ledge.  The mixtape opens up with “Man On A Ledge” an exclamation […]

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Your Wings Are Ready!

On July 15th 2017 Blaque ButterFli made her debut with her first CD “Your Wings Are Ready.” She spread her wings among family and friends at a packed showcase that featured; David Jarecki, Kai Love, Tebe Zalango and Mannarzm.  The event was hosted by Hood Raised, General of Team  At Ease .  First and foremost […]

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Truth and Honesty In Sex

Are you open and honest when you are getting to know someone?  When is it appropriate to disclose things like sexual status?

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Word Warrior presents “Elements of a Warrior”

On July 9th Word Warrior presented to the world “Elements of a Warrior” his first studio project. His launch party was on the beautiful rooftop at the Phantom Gallery Chicago in Bronzeville. The event was hosted by Blaq Isis with features by Windy Indie, Sam Trump and the Sax Preacher.   He has been known […]

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Save Our Children Save R Streets

On June 30th Just Mike Da Poet released his 2nd studio album entitled “Save Our Children Save R Streets. The album starts out with a prayer asking for God’s covering in what seems to be a dire situation in the city of wind. If you are familiar with the headlines you will know that discussions […]

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