Chrisette Michele, Nick Cannon AND Rasheeda & Kirk All TAKE OVER "KONTROL" COVERS
Despite landing the cover of KONTROL Magazine, Chrisette Michele had a rough week that included a trip to the hospital. Find out what happened inside and see her, Nick Cannon plus "LAHH ATL" stars Rasheeda and Kirk on their own covers of KONTROL.
In the March/April issue of KONTROL, Chrisette Michele commands the cover and uses the interview to establish her independence as an artist. She talks about how she felt once she realized the industry was stripping away her individuality and how she reclaimed herself. She said,
“My weakest moment in my musical career came when I almost decided to leave the industry completely because I didn’t know that I could say no and do things on my own. I relied on the ‘experts’ to tell me what I needed and I thought maybe I wasn’t strong enough to say no.”
Though Chrisette was able to find her inner voice and take KONTROL, one thing she couldn’t control her appendix. She was forced to cancel an appearance in NY’s Times Square this week following a hospital visit to treat a ruptured appendix. OUCH. Fortunately, she’s okay now.
Following a speedy recovery, she’ll join Keyshia Cole on the Woman to Woman Tour starting on March 28 in Westbury, New York where she’ll also promote her upcoming album Better (April 30th).
Watch BTS footage here:
Chrisette’s shoot was captured by Allen Cooley, styled by Julian Lark with additional styling by Zamar Lewis and Jae’ Dumas.
And…..
Nick Cannon also landed his own KONTROL cover for the March/April issue. Inside the mag, he opens up about his marriage to Mariah Carey as well as his health concerns regarding his kidneys. And he gives sweet fatherly advice to his kiddies. Here are the highlights:
Nick’s take on fashion
“I believe fashion is all about making a statement. Whenever you put something on as long as it’s saying something…You play with colors and textures it’s all about really just making that statement.” And when the topic of designers comes up? Cannon says without hesitation, “Right now I’d have to go with Tom Ford. The fact that he kind of goes over the top but still knows how to keep it classy.”
His advice for Roc and Roe
Roe: “If you respect yourself, [men] will respect you. As soon as you give away your dignity, whatever you believe that to be, that’s when people will start to treat you as such.
Roc: “Go hard! Simple. Whatever it is. Just don’t be mediocre at anything. Anything you try, try to be the best you can possible be.”
For Nick’s cover, he was shot by Jonavennci Divad and styled by Julian Lark.
The Chrisette/Nick covers are available March 4th at Barnes & Noble.
And for the digital issue…
KONTROL landed Rasheeda and Kirk of "LAHH ATL".
Inside the issue, they discuss filming the new season and what it’s like to work together as a husband and wife.
Check the couple out in the mag’s Digital Issue #5 ”THE LOVERS ISSUE.” Rasheeda may not be our cup-o-tea rap wise, but she’s freaking gorgeous.
Photos via KONTROL
Not everyone can be a winner. Detroit native and hip-hop sensation 42 Dugg is back with a fiery new single, Win Wit Us. The track, a precursor to his highly anticipated album 4eva Us, Neva Them, showcases Dugg’s signature style and lyrical prowess. In the brand new single, produced by FLEXONTHEBEAT, TyMaz, and Marshak, Dugg calls out those who try to ride his wave without putting in the work, cementing his stance in the rap game. The release is accompanied by an official music video directed by Counter Point, where Dugg and his crew dominate the streets and clubs of Detroit, visually reinforcing his message of loyalty and resilience. Dugg raps in the hard-hitting track:
All of sudden they wanna win wit us / But ain’t spin with us.
Dugg previously teased this new era of his music with a trailer featuring Hill Harper, further building anticipation among his fans. “Win Wit Us” follows a series of recent hits including Wock N Red, SpinDatBac, and Go Again. Earlier this year, Dugg made a triumphant return to the stage with a sold-out “Welcome Home” show at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena, featuring appearances by superstars like Meek Mill, Yo Gotti, Lil Baby, and more. Notably, the event saw Dugg unite Detroit’s rival hip-hop factions, Doughboyz Cashout and Team Eastside, in a historic move to end the city’s East-West beef. Fans can expect even more groundbreaking music from Dugg as he gears up for his upcoming album. Don’t miss out on the latest single available for streaming here and watch the music video below. Link up with 42 Dugg on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
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Reckless Rhymacide’s “It’s Yo Birthday” showcases his unique flair for blending contemporary sounds with familiar themes, ensuring the song resonates with a wide audience. Whodunit Beats’ production enhances the track with deep, rhythmic basslines and sleek instrumentation, creating an immersive experience that draws listeners in. As the song gains traction, it’s poised to redefine how birthdays are celebrated, combining tradition with a fresh, energetic sound that captures the essence of today’s music scene.
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