Editorials — HEART EYES MAGAZINE

Feature: B.B. King

In the second edition of our series paying homage to revolutionary black creatives; Kylie takes an in-depth look at the vibrant life of the legend B.B. King. (PC: John Shearer)

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineJuly 16, 2020feature, B.B. King, kylie warrix, legacy

Feature: Nina Simone

For this, the first in a series paying homage to revolutionary Black creatives, Maria Kornacki delves into the legendary history of multi-genred musician and civil rights activist, Nina Simone— check it out!

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineJuly 13, 2020

Sign of the Times: 10 Singles Helping Me Through the Insanity

As Sami says, “As we wait for concert-going to come back into bloom, there are definitely a few albums worth watching out for this fall, as some recently released singles give way to.” Check out her list of 5 recently-released singles that you should check out! (PC: IDLES - Gobinder Jhitta)

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineJuly 10, 2020sami ridge, post-punk, countdown, idles

Summer Series Part 4: Tommy's Weekly Playlist

Check out part four of the summer series with Tommy Rodriguez, featuring artists such as Prince, HAIM, Vampire Weekend, and more.

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineJuly 10, 2020Summer Series, Tommy Rodriguez

Introducing Talibah Safiya: The Soulful Songstress from Memphis, Tennessee

“As a woman of many mantras and melodies, Talibah incorporates various aspects for her world into her songs, pulling on anything from her spirituality and her views on stress, to the emotions and the lived experiences she’s had.” Read Maryam’s first feature on artist Talibah Safiya here!

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineJuly 1, 2020

In Memoriam: Stepa J. Groggs

REST IN POWER GROGGS. (PC: Matilda Hill Jenkins for Loud and Quiet).

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineJuly 1, 2020

We Stand With Survivors

TW // Rape, Sexual Assault and Misconduct, Predatory Behavior - Please read with caution! - We, the Heart Eyes Mag team, stand with survivors. Read the rest of our statement regarding recent allegations made about some of the artists we have worked with here.

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineJune 30, 2020

Summer Series Part 3 : Tommy's Weekly Playlist

Check out part three of the summer series with Tommy Rodriguez, featuring artists such as BIG K.R.I.T., Jimi Hendrix, and CHIKA.

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineJune 25, 2020tommy rodriguez, Summer Series

Black Lives SHOULD and DO Matter

Black lives SHOULD and DO matter, especially with the systematic racism and injustices that Black Americans face considered. We’re using our platform to reach out and inform the public on the resources they need to help make the change.

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineMay 28, 2020editorial, #BlackLivesMatter

Summer Series Part 2 : Tommy's Weekly Playlist

Check out part two of the summer series with Tommy Rodriguez, artists featured are Carly Rae Jepsen, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and more.

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineMay 26, 2020tommy rodriguez, Summer Series, weekly playlist

Summer Series: Tommy's Weekly Playlist

Tommy Rodriguez introduces some new and old songs as summer swiftly approaches. We introduce the summer series presented by Heart Eyes Magazine, where he gives us his takes on songs for the summer.

editorialsHeart Eyes MagazineMay 20, 2020Summer Series, tommy rodriguez, featured

Meet the Creatives of H.E.M

With the pandemic considered, we’re here as a publication, using our resources to support our communities. We’re here to share your art, your music, anything really to help support creatives and anyone alike. With photography and illustrations being such a vital part of our publication, we want to feature some wonderful photographers that have contributed to Heart Eyes Magazine.