Brave Soul Artist: Heidi Martin
In February 2007, I attended The Front Porch, a monthly open mic/artist showcase produced by Brave Soul co-founder Tim'm West. On this particular night, one of the featured artists was a woman who Tim'm himself had told me was someone I would wind up not only appreciating, but LOVING....
This month, in honor of Women's History Month, we've decided to feature a woman who not only entertains and inspires, but makes millions of people laugh through her work as a multi-faceted artist. Recently, Brave Soul artist keithromell (who is also an associate editor for Positively Aware, an HIV...
Brave Soul Artist: Rodney Lofton
Our Brave Soul Artist for February is a man whose travels both personally and professionally have led him literally back to himself. Rodney Lofton is a writer, HIV/AIDS activist, and author whose journey has been detailed in his memoir entitled, The Day I Stopped Being Pretty. Lofton was born...
Brave Soul Artist: Ra-Re Valverde
"..Normality don't exist for me...Mostly I live on the other side....Fine with me. I'm cream filled with such complexity. See love in unordinary things... ....I'm right where I am supposed to be... steady and my mind is clear...why can't you understand that I am who i am...won't let you...
Brave Soul Artist: Frederick Smith
Our December Brave Soul Artist is dynamic writer whose work not only entertains, but propels readers to think and FEEL something. Frederick Smith, originally from Detroit, Michigan, is a graduate of the Missouri School of Journalism and Loyola University Chicago. A finalist for the 2004 PEN Center Emerging Voices...
Brave Soul Artist: Maurice Jamal
This month's Brave Soul Artist is an extremely talented young man by the name of Maurice Jamal. He is a DIRECTOR-WRITER-PRODUCER, who's groundbreaking work can be seen in both film and television. He is the creative mind behind the landmark film THE SKI TRIP (MTV's LOGO Network). His second...
Brave Soul Artist: Janelle Monáe
Our Brave Soul artist for the months of July & August is a young woman whose work as an artist is nothing short of amazing. She is far too talented to put into a box as just being a 'singer' or 'vocalist'. I won't include an official bio here...
Brave Soul Artist: Michael-Christopher
In honor of May being a kickoff of sorts in terms of Black [Gay] Pride celebrations that take place over the summer months, we've decided to feature Michael-Christopher, who has been an active voice in the black lesbian and gay community for over a decade as an author, illustrator,...
Our subject for April's Brave Soul Artist feature is a dynamic young woman whose approach is not powerful or pop-polished, but rich, mature, and effortless. She's also a great songwriter, and has a knack for coming up with odd but catchy lines. Her songs not only make you think...
Brave Soul Artist: Queen Aishah
Our Brave Soul Artist for March is a woman who is a very close friend of mine, and lifetime Brave Soul family member. Comedienne Queen Aishah is not only a funny ass woman, but a warm, loving spirit who is committed to... "TOUCHING AND HEALING SOULS THROUGH THE ART...
Brave Soul Artist: Eric Roberson
Our Brave Soul Artist for February is an innovator and most definitely personifies what it means to be a 'brave soul'. Blue Erro Soul vocalist, songwriter, producer, and CEO Eric Roberson aka "Erro" is known for his insightful lyrics and soothing vocals. His ballads are always delectable, and he...
Brave Soul Artist: Briian Dargon
Our premiere Brave Soul Artist feature for 2007 and the month of January is a young man who is living life on his own terms as an artist. Briian Dargon, designer and creator of BSIXTEE6 [B 66 for those who don't get it..lol] is a talented, creative individual whose...
Brave Soul Artist: Ashley Phillips
Our Brave Soul Artist for the month of December is a young lady who is truly in a league of her own. Hers is a name you will want to remember: Ashley Phillips. Tim'm and I first had the opportunity to meet Ashley in late October of this year...
Brave Soul Artist: Sheryl Lee Ralph
Our Brave Soul Artist Feature for October is not only a Broadway legend, television & film star, but a humanitarian in her own right. You know, for me truth is everything on a certain level. I've modeled my career by doing the roles that I felt my family could...
This month, we at Brave Soul Collective decided to highlight a brilliant brother whose literary works have firmly established him as one of today's most talented black gay authors. Hayes first novel "Passion Marks" tackled domestic violence within gay relationships, an issue which is rarely, if ever discussed. However,...
Brave Soul Artist: Patrik-Ian Polk
Photo by Anthony Nouri CaravanFor the month of August, we decided to spotlight the incredibly talented artist, Patrik-Ian Polk. About a month into BSC's premiere, we contacted Patrik to let him know about the BSC website, the organization and our mission. After checking out the site, Patrik quickly responded...
Brave Soul Artist: Frenchie Davis
Photo by Stan SchaferWhen we were trying to determine who our next Brave Soul Artist Feature would be, Frenchie was a no-brainer. She has a personal connection and relationship with Monte, since the two of them were friends and classmates at Howard University, where they both were students of...
Brave Soul Artist: Lalah Hathaway
Our premiere Brave Soul Featured Artist is a woman who personifies what it means to be an artist. Music is in her genes, as she is the eldest daughter of the legendary and beloved soul singer, songwriter, & composer, Donny Hathaway. As raised by Donny and their mother, Eulaulah,...