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- How Emo Has Transitioned From 2000s Rock To 2010s Rap
  
  Ryan KimJuly 17, 2018
- The 90s Are Back: Rugrats Is Being Rebooted As Both An Animated Show And Live Action Film
  
  Nyasha GreenJuly 16, 2018
- Are You Ready? Attack on Titan Returns to Toonami in August!
  
  Nicole GibsonJuly 16, 2018
- Standing Out From The Crowd With COLORS alum and ‘Threat’ Keynes Woods
  
  Aquillia MikelJuly 16, 2018
- The Quiet Bravery Of Black Kpop Fans
  
  Abena AtiemoJuly 15, 2018
- 11 Shows And Films Every Black Anime Lover Has Watched
  
  Nicole GibsonJuly 14, 2018
- [REVIEW] Sicario II, Day of The Soldado: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly (Spoilers)
  
  Asia MinorJuly 13, 2018
- The Badass Bombshells Of Black Pinup Magazine
  
  Shannon RodgersJuly 12, 2018
- Blue Is A Black Woman: A Special Look Into Jurassic World’s Best Character
  
  Keila J. BrownJuly 11, 2018

Sci-Fi Ratings & Reviews

7.5

The Netflix Sci-Fi Anime Even We Hardcore Anime Hipsters Will Love

May 29, 2018

9.7

Review: Netflix’s Brazilian Dystopian Thriller “3%” is 97% Worth Watching

May 16, 2018

8.7

Geeks & Nerds

Anime, Cosplay, Comic Books + Gaming

The 90s Are Back: Rugrats Is Being Rebooted As Both An Animated Show And Live Action Film

Nyasha GreenJuly 16, 2018
Are You Ready? Attack on Titan Returns to Toonami in August!

Nicole GibsonJuly 16, 2018
The Quiet Bravery Of Black Kpop Fans

Abena AtiemoJuly 15, 2018
11 Shows And Films Every Black Anime Lover Has Watched

Nicole GibsonJuly 14, 2018
[REVIEW] Sicario II, Day of The Soldado: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly (Spoilers)

Asia MinorJuly 13, 2018
Blue Is A Black Woman: A Special Look Into Jurassic World’s Best Character

Keila J. BrownJuly 11, 2018

The Badass Bombshells Of Black Pinup Magazine

Shannon RodgersJuly 12, 2018

How Drake’s Universal Acclaim And Alienation Hid The World From His Son

Ryan KimJuly 3, 2018

Anime Ratings & Reviews

5.5

This Latest ‘Fate” Series Gives A Whole New Spin Among It’s Counterparts (Anime Review)

July 7, 2018

The Ridiculousness And Charm Of Assassination Classroom (Anime Review)

June 17, 20189.5

The Netflix Sci-Fi Anime Even We Hardcore Anime Hipsters Will Love

May 29, 20187.5

Alternatives

Goth + Aesthetic

How Emo Has Transitioned From 2000s Rock To 2010s Rap

Ryan KimJuly 17, 2018
The Badass Bombshells Of Black Pinup Magazine

Shannon RodgersJuly 12, 2018
A Black Podcast Episode on Mental Illness You May Have Always Needed

Cierra MercierJuly 10, 2018
Why You Need To Be Following This Gorgeous Black Instagrammer

Danielle AwogbemiJuly 8, 2018
19 Emo Songs Every Alternative Black Girl Was Obsessed With In Middle School

Gothic LambJuly 4, 2018
The Voice Actor Of Marceline The Vampire Queen Just Released A Full Album Worth Putting On Repeat

Cierra MercierJuly 3, 2018
Is The Goth Scene Becoming Mainstream? A Discussion Black Goths Need To Have

Cierra MercierJune 29, 2018
How To Leave Your 9 To 5 For The Freelance Life

Lauren GrantJune 28, 2018
10 Goth Youtubers Of Color You Should Be Subscribed To

Gothic LambJune 21, 2018
7 Reasons Why This Book About An Alternative Black Girl With Mental Illnesses And Unique Daddy Issues Is Your Next Summer Read

Cierra MercierJune 5, 2018

Free Spirit

Standing Out From The Crowd With COLORS alum and ‘Threat’ Keynes Woods

Aquillia MikelJuly 16, 2018
A Black Podcast Episode on Mental Illness You May Have Always Needed

Cierra MercierJuly 10, 2018
Choosing Strength, Resetting Energy, and Manifesting ‘Hi No Ishi’ with Self- Taught Martial Artist Shaina West

Aquillia MikelJuly 10, 2018
A Quirky Black Girl’s Travel Guide: Add Cuba To Your Summer Travel List Now!

Esohe OsabuohienJuly 9, 2018
Why You Need To Be Following This Gorgeous Black Instagrammer

Danielle AwogbemiJuly 8, 2018
7 Black Vegans Share Their Favorite Meals For Summer

Sanae Lahgazi AlaouiJuly 6, 2018
The Voice Actor Of Marceline The Vampire Queen Just Released A Full Album Worth Putting On Repeat

Cierra MercierJuly 3, 2018
7 Poets To Read (Or Follow) When the World is Too Much

Nicole GibsonJuly 1, 2018
Yoga Poses As Shown By Yogis Of Color For When Your Menstrual Cramps Won’t Give You A Break

Anje McLishJune 30, 2018
How To Leave Your 9 To 5 For The Freelance Life

Lauren GrantJune 28, 2018

Why You Need To Be Following This Gorgeous Black Instagrammer

Danielle AwogbemiJuly 8, 2018

Credit: @empressofthemisfits on Instagram Years ago, I used to make a face whenever I heard the words "wellness" and "self-care." Again with that stuff? I'd t... Read More

AlternativeCultureFree Spirit4 min read

7 Black Vegans Share Their Favorite Meals For Summer

Sanae Lahgazi AlaouiJuly 6, 2018

Being vegan has never been more fun and beautiful with these black vegan Youtubers who share their favorite summer recipes. Although you can find numerous vega... Read More

CultureFree Spirit1 min read

Netflix’s Aggretsuko Has Been Renewed For A Second Season And We Are Pumped

Lauren GrantJuly 6, 2018

Sanrio's newest character stole our hearts this past year when they introduced Retsuko, a red panda with a horrible work life and an affinity for death metal who is all too relatable to the average millennial. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6tpme1... Read More

GeekNerd1 min read

[REVIEW] Ant-Man And The Wasp: A Nice Breather Following Infinity War [SPOILERS]

Lauren GrantJuly 6, 2018

Its been a few months since fans had their hearts ripped out by Avengers: Infinity War and many weren't thrilled with getting Ant-Man right after such a tumultu... Read More

GeekNerdReviews2 min read

11 Life-Changing Quotes from the ‘Sense8’ Series Finale

Keila J. BrownJuly 5, 2018

Since Netflix announced its cancellation of ‘Sense8’ - the riveting action television series from the Wachowskis - fans have vehemently rallied and petitioned f... Read More

CultureNerdSci-Fi Reviews8 min read

19 Emo Songs Every Alternative Black Girl Was Obsessed With In Middle School

Gothic LambJuly 4, 2018

I don’t know about ya'll, but my emo phase was in full effect by the time I hit middle school. I was wearing too much eyeliner and buying hair extensions in every color available. Not to mention wearing finger-less gloves (why?) and colored skinny ... Read More

AlternativeCulture5 min read

How Drake’s Universal Acclaim And Alienation Hid The World From His Son

Ryan KimJuly 3, 2018

With the release of his recent album(s), "Scorpion," it's clear Drake has a lot on his mind. Already one of the most anticipated albums of the year, Drake's rec... Read More

CultureIntellectual3 min read

The Voice Actor For Marceline Just Released Your Newest Summer Playlist

The Voice Actor Of Marceline The Vampire Queen Just Released A Full Album Worth Putting On Repeat

Cierra MercierJuly 3, 2018

Feature Image via Comics Grinder Adventure Time may be over, but Marceline the Vampire Queen isn't! #GlobSaveTheVampireQueen I fell in love with Marceline as ... Read More

AlternativeCultureFree SpiritGeek1 min read

7 Poets To Read (Or Follow) When the World is Too Much

Nicole GibsonJuly 1, 2018

In this age of social media, there are many absolutes. There are some people you follow who seem absolutely happy, with no margin of error for imperfection in their lives. In contrast, there is exposure to unfiltered violence, destruction and news th... Read More

CultureFree SpiritLists3 min read

Yoga Poses As Shown By Yogis Of Color For When Your Menstrual Cramps Won’t Give You A Break

Anje McLishJune 30, 2018

When it's that time of month and your muscles are exercising. Except, not in the way you want. Period cramps are no joke. One minute you're working productivel... Read More

CultureFree Spirit8 min read