Beyoncé, to date, is one of the most prolific living artists we’ve seen. For every critic she’s had, ten fans have risen to defend her name. She’s a woman who has cultivated a mass following and collected nearly every commercial accolade imaginable — from the world’s highest-grossing tours to record-breaking sales, and as of now, the most Grammy wins of any artist in history. Yet, there’s an underbelly to her discography — a body of work that doesn’t just fall under the radar

How an East London-born artist is pushing the boundaries of genre and leading the evolution of emerging subcultures in the UK's music scene. Thomas does not just ensure that his listeners are hearing his music, but rather, experiencing the pulse of a generation. The Mic's Ellena Onyinah reports. Upon his latest album release, Submerge , with producer Pitch 92, it is more than overdue to shed light on the genre-defying vocalist that is Jerome Thomas. This riffing and running

Solange’s artistry has always been central to activism, but A Seat at the Table furthers this even more. The album reflects on identity, and the power of one’s voice to reclaim a space. This abstract review traces her alchemy of emotion into expression — and, without a doubt, something defiantly resistant. The Mic’s Bea Kasale reports. Original Album Cover of A Seat at the Table يأتي وقت حيث الصمت هو الخيانة “There comes a time when silence is betrayal.” — Dr. Martin Luther