Chrisette Michele’s decision to perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration has received quite a bit of criticism. According to sources close to the artist, the 34-year-old singer-songwriter signed on about a week ago but kept it secret out of fear of the backlash, and the criticism most definitely came to her door stop. The Roots drummer, Questlove even offered to give Michele money from his own pocket to back out.

A las, Michele is standing firm, and on Thursday morning (Jan. 19) posted an open letter to social media boldly stating she is content with the fierce objection she’s receiving if it means her presence can help others be heard.

Issa Rae’s production company is ready to release a new web-series that’ll surely have you hooked this winter season. Titled Giants, the scripted drama will take a look at the lives of “three black millennials” who are approaching their 30s, but can’t quite get a grasp of this thing called “adulting.”

Chronixx is alive and in good health despite reports that he was involved in a serious car accident.

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