Artist Spotlight
Drake & Jermaine Dupri Bring the Heat with Magic City Docuseries on Starz
Starz is spotlighting one of Atlanta’s most famous cultural landmarks with a new docuseries titled *Magic City: An American Fantasy*. This highly anticipated show, produced by music legends Drake and Jermaine Dupri, offers an inside look at the iconic strip club that has greatly influenced the city’s music, lifestyle, and entrepreneurial spirit. Jermaine Dupri, a key figure in Atlanta’s music scene, has always called Magic City his “second home.” Now, working alongside Drake’s production team, he’s bringing the exciting story of the club to viewers. The docuseries, directed by Charles Todd, was completed in 2023 and aims to explore the club’s significant impact on hip-hop, women’s empowerment, Black business ownership, and Atlanta’s social landscape.
Starz’s president of Original Programming, Kathryn Busby, hints at a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at Magic City, offering audiences a rare opportunity to learn about the people and stories that created its legacy. From lively performances to business deals made under the glow of neon lights, *Magic City: An American Fantasy* will capture it all. The series features a star-studded lineup of interviews with Atlanta legends such as Big Boi, Quavo, 2 Chainz, and Killer Mike, as well as celebrities like Shaquille O’Neal and Nelly. Through their stories, the show will reveal how Magic City became a cultural icon, a place that has inspired hit songs and mirrors Atlanta’s dynamic identity.
Drake’s involvement adds even more excitement to the project. The artist has long celebrated Atlanta’s strip club scene in his music, making his role as an executive producer a perfect match. His collaboration with Dupri highlights their mutual respect for Magic City’s impact and dedication to sharing its story. *Magic City: An American Fantasy* showcases Atlanta’s resilience, creativity, and bold spirit. With personal stories from those who experienced it, viewers can look forward to an authentic exploration of this unique part of Black culture.
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Lana Crow turns challenges into a celebration with “Laugh With You”
“Laugh With You,” the latest single from Lana Crow, is a sincere rallying cry to embrace life in all its messy, beautiful mess. In the song, indie pop and alt-pop combine to deliver an emotional blow that feels both personal and universal.
“Laugh With You” feels like an instant connection, and Crow is telling you stories of hard times with a cozy, knowing smile. This song is as much about struggle as it is about how strong you are. It serves as a reminder that these struggles are simply what give us the strength to keep going, even when life is tough.
Crow encourages people to welcome them, create happiness in the cracks, and laugh even as the world gets heavy. The result is a song that delicately nudges you to love and embrace yourself. It is an anthem for anyone experiencing tough times who refuses to give up hope. Lana Crow continues to demonstrate her songwriting skills, both musically pleasing and emotionally rich, with “Laugh With You.”
It’s a reminder that it’s how we respond to tough times, rather than how they affect us, that’s key. With this song, not only does Crow provide us with music, but she also lets us know that sometimes a laugh is what we need to remember that there is always something to smile about and that, even when it feels like life has waged war against you, laughter can still be found.
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BluntBrad Jr. finds calm ambition in the laid-back shine of “It’s All Good”
BluntBrad Jr.’s new single, “It’s All Good,” sounds like a steady handshake and a deep breath. It’s warm, honest, and not trying to be cool. There isn’t any fancy production hiding behind layers of polish here. Instead, the song is all about being honest. The song is laid-back and offers up the shine of a studio recording for the feeling of a candid introduction, a musical “hello” from someone who wants to be heard for who they are.
“It’s All Good” is a very human way to be hopeful at its core. The feeling is simple and real, like someone who won’t let little things stand in the way of their goals. The words to the song sound like friends talking to each other. They discuss their goals, their drive, and their need for attention in a way that is honest and not needy.
The production backs this up by making sure that everything is open and airy. The instruments are simple and easy to understand, so BluntBrad Jr.’s voice and message come through clearly. The song feels real because it doesn’t have a lot of extra stuff in it. You’re not hearing a heavily constructed persona; you’re hearing someone at the start of a journey, eager to make their mark.
The song’s rough edges make it captivating, which is better than polish, which would have smoothed it out. This way of thinking fits with the theme: hope isn’t naive here; it’s realistic and steady. It speaks to people who like simple songs and value honesty over artifice.
“It’s All Good” is an engaging and approachable phrase that offers context for an artist who is confident and clear about their artistic vision. This is the kind of song you listen to when you need some honest encouragement to remember that just being human can help you move forward. This is only the first chapter of something serious, so expect more from him.
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