Lathleen Ade-Brown is a freelance writer living in New York City.
Lathleen Ade-Brown
Monica’s Sophomore Album, ‘The Boy Is Mine,’ Turns 15
Monica's sophomore album, 'The Boy Is Mine,' celebrates its 15-year anniversary this week. Released on July 14, 1998, the singer's effort was replete with symbolism of her ascent into womanhood.
Lauryn Hill Gives Fearless Solo Performance at Brooklyn’s Music Hall of Williamsburg [Photos]
With no introduction at Brooklyn's Music Hall of Williamsburg last night (May 14), a pint-sized Lauryn Hill appeared, draped in an all-black over-sized dress -- her toes and finger nails were neatly painted white. With the weight of going to jail on her shoulders, coupled with the amount of humiliation the press has conjured up over the years as an attack, Hill is supposed to break. But as she bel
Wyclef Jean Explains Agenda With ‘April Showers’ Mixtape, Refugee Republic Record Label
After a lunch break, Wyclef Jean is in a happy mood -- he puts a piece of gum in his mouth and playfully tells the few people in his studio session at Daddy’s House in New York City to quiet down so he can focus on his interview with TheDrop.fm.