THE QUINTESSENTIAL GENTLEMAN

10 Pieces to Buy From the “Best” Black-Owned Streetwear Brands

Streetwear has been at the forefront of men’s fashion for years, and black brands, in particular, have produced some of the best pieces you can buy to up your street style. Take a look at 10 great items you should

Dear Fathers Controls the Narrative of Black Fatherhood by Providing Resources and Conversation

Best friends Jesse Alex and Lamar Johnson Jr. never knew that when they met over 20 years ago in their hometown of St. Louis, MO that they would embark on a journey that would be a part of changing the

Courage in Conflict: A Black Journalist’s Perspective of 2020

Last year was one for the books and amidst the upset of daily life, caused by the pandemic and civil unrest due to police brutality, journalists were there to keep the public informed in uncertain times. News 12 Brooklyn reporter

Kenneth Nicholson is a Designer for the Culture

Kenneth Nicholson is definitely a name to watch in the fashion world. His unique take on fashion represents more than just well-made clothing. His clothing, infused with clear elements of Black culture, has won him much acclaim across the fashion

STYLE

Photography 101: Product Shoots to Make You Famous in the Market

Because you only have a few seconds to capture the attention of your potential clients, you must make every second...or millisecond...count. And you can accomplish it with stunning product photography.Product aesthetics are important no matter what you're selling, from beer

Entertainment

[Giveaway] Win Tickets to See ‘Reminiscence’ Starring Hugh Jackman and Thandie Newton

What if there was a new attraction at your favorite amusement park that allowed you to revisit a memory, would you take the chance? What memory would you want to revisit? Could it be a person, a moment in time?Reminiscence,

Black Is Truly King: When Will America Realize It?

What the hell is an NFT, could probably sum up my feelings for the first half of 2021, a year that was supposed to be vastly better than what we all went through in 2020. How could a year where

Experiencing Black Culture Across the Country

We have entered a season where the culture that we have continued to create over the years has become widely accepted. Each experience shares a story about a place in time, a moment, or a memory that was and is

5 Chevrolet Car Accessories You Should Possess

Chevrolet cars are stunning in their own way, and accessories can be used to somewhat modify or customize your new automobile if you don't want to add anything that will compromise the style, athleticism, or any other feature. Fortunately, Chevy's

Shawn Perkins Inspires by Painting Cultural Moments in time

Shawn Perkins is a visual artist who prides himself on capturing moments in time from our culture on canvas. Born and raised in Detroit, his dream has always been to wake up, paint, and bring visions to life to share

Kayaking: A Fun And Fit Summer Activity

Kayaking is not only a thrilling individual/group activity but also provides you with the refreshing adrenaline rush we seek in water sports. Summer kayaking in warming waters under clear blue skies is a whole other experience.There are immense health benefits

Here’s a First Look at Netflix’s Colin Kaepernick Series ‘Colin in Black & White’

We all know Colin Kaepernick the athlete, Super Bowl playing quarterback, and now most importantly the activist. Colin in Black & White dives deep into who Colin Kaepernick was before the fame. That’s right, Netflix will be delivering a 6-part

Bridging the Gap: The Dual Identity of Being a Black and Queer Man in Today’s Society

Everything’s coming up rainbows. It’s the middle of June, the month when the world’s LGBTQ+ communities celebrate progress and the freedom to be ourselves. June is also when corporations superimpose tacky rainbows over everything to pander to those proud queer

August 15, 2021

8 Practical Gifts That’ll Make Your Life Easier

Finding the right gift is tough, but going with a practical gift is never a bad idea. People love a gift that they can actually use, and you can find tons of great gift ideas online. If you’re looking for

August 15, 2021

Common Goes Behind the Scenes of Criminal Justice in New Series ‘Justice, USA’

Academy Award, Emmy and Grammy Award winner Common who is also known for his staunch activism towards social and criminal justice, has joined forces with Discovery+ and the Oprah Winfrey Network for a new documentary series titled Justice, USA. The

August 15, 2021

QG Eats

[Giveaway] Beef Jerky Flower Bouquet – Black Steel Edition

Who else enjoys a tasty and hearty snack? Manly Man Co. has just that with its stunning edible flower bouquet made from quality beef jerky. The wildly popular special edition Beef Jerky Flower Bouquet comes in a stainless steel pint

August 14, 2021

‘Heels’ Star Allen Maldonado is Wrestling Inside the Ring and in Hollywood

From Netflix's Sneakerheads to ABC's Black-ish, actor Allen Maldonado has racked up a list of credits. And now the California native is ready to enter the ring in the new Starz wrestling drama, Heels. Premiering August 15th, Heels centers around

August 14, 2021

STYLE

10 Essential Clothing Pieces to Make Your Return to Work More Stylish

For many of us, the return to the office is imminent (or has already occurred), and while a lot of people would probably prefer to continue working from home in sweat pants and hoodies, we undoubtedly will have to step

August 13, 2021

Interviews

D. John Jackson on ‘Walking the Tightrope as a Black Man in America’

D. John Jackson is a man who has found purpose in educating and entertaining people of color. He is the founder of 5J Entertainment, a storytelling company committed to educating, informing, entertaining, and promoting positive messages in different forms of

August 11, 2021