HYFINated Conversations

Say She She is a dope outfit formed in NYC, comprised of Piya Malik, Nya Brown and Sabrina Cunningham. Their new single 'C'est Si Bon' is a cover of the Eartha Kitt classic, and they also have released a beautiful cover of SWV's 'Weak' but their original works are splendid. They have, in a few short years, released an LP, Prism, and several loosies and most recently were featured in 'Vogue' magazi...

Killer Mike has always been a profound storyteller. From the opening hymns on the album "MICHAEL" you will be quickly transported into the wooden pews of your childhood church; your ears and heart open and ready to receive the gospel from the Book of Michael. Whether he’s with Run The Jewels or creating solo music Killer Mike is definitely leaving his mark on the music industry and beyond. HYFIN's...

Hollywood is a place filled with glitz, glamour, and larger-than-life personalities. It's a world many people are intrigued by, and rightfully so. What sets comedian Bill Bellamy, and his stories apart, is that he's had the privilege of not only witnessing but also participating in some truly unforgettable moments. Whether it's behind-the-scenes on the set of famous films, encounters with A-list c...

Twan Mack has solidified his position as one of Milwaukee's most talented and respected rappers. Armed with an unmatched ability to blend thought-provoking lyrics with infectious beats, he has garnered a devoted following that spans across the globe. Twan Mack's adult contemporary hip hop music inspires listeners with his raw emotions and empowering messages. As a founding member of one of Milwauk...

On May 27 at Sugar Maple, HYFIN will host “ Artistic Anarchy, an evening of Anime, Art, Beats, and Sake .” The event will feature 13 diverse artists from Milwaukee showcasing their anime-inspired artists, as well as food and a cosplay contest. You might be asking yourself why HYFIN, a station that focuses on Black culture and music, is hosting an anime-themed event. The fact is that anime and Blac...

Reducing Donnell Rawlings solely to his role on "Chappelle's Show" would be a significant mistake. It clearly undermines his multifaceted talent and diverse contributions to comedy. Rawlings undeniably made his mark as a memorable cast member on the acclaimed sketch comedy series, but his comedic abilities extend far beyond that particular show. Rawlings has appeared in The Wire, BMF, Soul, WINNIN...

"I'm an artist that takes the craft very seriously. I’m going to keep supplying the fans, the listeners, the new listeners with the highest quality of music.” – Wave Chapelle It’s often said that words are powerful. What you speak is what you believe and also what you turn into your reality. Wave Chapelle’s projects (and singles) give clues into the life it seems he’s always been focused on creati...

Women, Wine + Tech is designed as a forum for business leaders, entrepreneurs, tech engineers, human resource professionals, and college students. The goal is to have attendees network amongst each other, share resumes with recruiters from corporations, gain resources, and come together to identify solutions to address diversity and inclusion concerns specific to the Milwaukee area. Visionary Leag...

Most people think of the harp as an instrument primarily meant for classical music, but harpist and composer Brandee Younger is working to change that perception. She is championing the harp as an instrument for jazz. Younger’s newest album “Brand New Life” aims to illustrate the harp as a focal instrument in jazz. The project is inspired by another trailblazing jazz harpist Dorothy Ashby, whose m...

CopyWrite Magazine , a Milwaukee-based creative collaboration platform, has a mission to support urban culture and entrepreneurship through facilitating creative collaboration. Their event, “SS23”, on April 7, is the second iteration of their “Streetwear Street Smartz” fashion experience. “SS23” will feature six local designers, including “Marcellus Brand”, “Platinum Boy Gang Clothing”, “Views Clo...

Thousands of women dedicated to leadership and community service will take over Milwaukee this week. The Cream City will welcome Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) for its 89th Central Regional Conference, April 6-9, at the Wisconsin Center. In addition to exploring the city, the event is a time for members to reconvene, learn more about the current trajectory of the organization, part...

Toronto-based singer and emcee, DEBBY FRIDAY , has released the stellar track ‘So Hard to Tell’ from her debut full length album, ‘Good Luck’ out everywhere on March 24. What isn’t hard to tell, is that she is a fresh and innovative voice, uncommon yet commanding. While her initial offerings, ‘Bitchpunk’ and ‘Death Drive’ were, punk-funk-industrial in scope, ‘So Hard to Tell’ smooths it out to mor...

Nyla Hayes is not an average artist. She has been featured in Diversity in Action, Ebony, Black Enterprise, and Time magazine. All of these accomplishments paired with CNN interviews and speaking at Billionaire luncheons would lead you to believe that she can’t be any more impressive. Now what if I told you she was 14 years old. She dropped her first collection of art at 12 years old and sold out...

What is there not to say about India Shawn? Her vibe is peaceful and focused. Her music is personal, relatable and inspired by experiences that anyone of us could be having right now. The LA-born creative is an undeniably gifted singer and songwriter. Working with artists as Monica and singing background for Harry Styles are just parts of her expansive music career. She’s been in the music industr...

“The album is sounding good. I feel like I’m in a really good space. I feel like I want to share it with the world, literally.”It would be a huge understatement to say NilexNile has just been… ‘busy’. He’s about to embark on his “Nostalgia Tour”, dedicated to the Midwest but with a beginning stop in Austin, TX for SXSW. Yea, he’s done shows and tours before but this time is different. “I’ve really...

The origins of hoop earrings date back thousands of years. They’ve been tied to the Nubia civilization in Africa and the Sumerian women in the historic region of Mesopotamia . In current times, these earrings have continued to be tenets of culture for Black, Brown and Indigenous individuals – proud of their heritage and unafraid to take up space. The question “What do hoop earrings mean to you?” w...

“What’s beyond the tagline of Black Girl Magic. What’s driving it? What are the stories?”These are some of the questions Dominique Samari asked herself while embarking on this project for Women’s History Month. She’s honoring impactful Black women – some within her network and others she would be meeting for the first time.“I think that we are now in a time where Black women, at least at some leve...

‘Real estate investing’ and ‘entrepreneurship’ are more than just buzzwords or trending topics. They’re essential, impactful ways to create financial freedom and generational wealth. For Milwaukee native and credit repair guru, Will Roundtree , life shifted for him when he knew he “wanted something completely different than anybody else.” Changing his mindset is what, he says, got him into entrepr...

According to an AXIOS article , Black Americans are nearly twice as likely as white Americans to go to hospital emergency departments for mental health care. Black teenagers are more likely to attempt suicide, and suicide attempts among Black youth rose by almost 80% (1991-2019), according to the report. There are many factors contributing to these statistics from racism to poverty, to stigma in t...

The first decision I made was to do this. The second decision I made was to take you along with me. Why have you on my journey of self- discovery? Because I wanted to inspire. I wanted others to take their own journey into their family’s past and discover who they are. One of the great things about this particular journey was that it dispels the myth about black intelligence and capability. It all...

The song “Queen of Paisley” has an old school vibe that may make it hard to believe it was written by a 24 year old artist. Silas Short, from Milwaukee, is that guy. Silas is the latest phenomenon to come out of our city. Short’s career began one night on Christmas eve when he DM’d one of his favorite artists. That DM landed him at Stones Throw Records, the same label that has worked with J.Dilla,...

Music is a bridge and a connector that can bind us all – regardless of where we come from or what we like. In the 414, there’s a free program for Milwaukee-area high schoolers giving them opportunities to be creative and to learn from those in the industry. Powered by Radio Milwaukee, and supported by various sponsors, Grace Weber’s Music Lab is that place. Whether you’ve heard of the Lab or not,...

Yuna is a multi-faceted singer, songwriter and creative. The past few years have been a whirlwind of travel, bonding with family and *almost* moving back home to Malaysia. You might know Yuna from her hit song “Crush” featuring Usher, or as an artist who proudly wears her hijab when she performs. Honest and gracious in our conversation, Yuna talked about her faith, and how her Muslim heritage infl...

Spider Creek is a music collective based out of Milwaukee consisting of as many as 30 contributors, ranging from musicians and producers to visual artists. The group prides itself on being a “genre fluid” force in the music scene. They have no interest in being confined to any certain genre because their sound bends and blends with the moment. In their current work, you can hear a mix of hip-hop,...

The quality management system consists of three parts: quality planning, quality assurance and, most importantly, quality control. The first known use of the words quality control was back in 1935. Quality control is a system that companies use to measure that their systems are intact. The record label, Quality Control , is almost 10 years old. But you wouldn’t know that by their global impact. Th...