Madison Hunt

Oct 11, 2023 | grownmag.com | Madison Hunt

As we say farewell to the RENAISSANCE World Tour, it’s clear that over the span of a year, Beyoncé has made history, bringing together so many people from all walks of life into an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and Ballroom excellence. I can remember the moment her first single, Break My Soul, dropped in 2022 when I immediately got a phone call from my mother, claiming she wanted to go to her tour.

Oct 1, 2023 | grownmag.com | Madison Hunt

As we say farewell to the RENAISSANCE tour, it’s clear that over the span of a year, Beyoncé has made history, bringing together so many people from all walks of life into an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and Ballroom excellence. I can remember the moment her first single, Break My Soul, dropped in 2022 when I immediately got a phone call from my mother, claiming she wanted to go to her tour.

Aug 18, 2023 | grownmag.com | Madison Hunt

We’re exiting our  Miranda Priestly aka Devil Wears Prada era, and the AFTERPARTY has made sure of it. No more gatekeeping, or unnecessary exclusivity – this intentionally curated event was made for fashion-forward artists and creatives alike to intentionally network with other Black women and men. And the women didn’t come to play. Two women, Sarai Thompson and Jodi-Ann Scott, crafted this space after noticing that there wasn’t enough Black women representation in the field of fashion.

Jul 20, 2023 | grownmag.com | Madison Hunt

When Beyoncé’s RENAISSANCE dropped earlier this year, a queer-euphoria took over. Trans women, ballroom culture, and the queer community were called to the FRONT. In this metallic-studded era, an ambiance of hope and forwardness to a community that endured so much strife in the last few years. Artists’ like Honey Dijon and Shea Diamond have never been needed more, with so many rights of the LGBTQ+ community being taken away.

Jul 10, 2023 | grownmag.com | Madison Hunt

Black women have often fought to be heard, seen and valued within the music industry. And now, by public opinion, their value is somehow equated to how many albums they can produce. Major artists like Rihanna, SZA, Victoria Monét and Normani are just a few that have undergone criticism over the years. Too often, Black women artists have undergone scrutiny after taking ‘too long’ of a hiatus. But let’s be real – isn’t it time to give the girls some grace?