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‘The Graduates ATL’s’, Niya Skyy, Talks Girl Power, 2 Chainz Being an ATL Hero & Pushing The Culture Forward

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The Graduates ATL is a web series that follows six HBCU graduates (Ashely Maltbia, Herberto ‘Berto’ Horne, Jaaion Barnes, Jarrett Arrington, Niya Skyy, and Mia ‘Mimi’ Johnson), as they navigate their lives through entrepreneurship.

I had the privilege of chatting with Niya Skyy, PR practitioner and owner of Skyy Level Media.

We spoke about girl power, 2 Chainz being the neighborhood hero, and moving the culture forward.

Peep the interview below.

Meeting her cast members:

The first episode where we’re out at the restaurant was my first time meeting all of the cast members. Prior to that, we did not know one another.

On her outspoken cast member, Ashley Maltbia

Ashley is very outspoken. From the day I met here, she was just really outspoken. She’s a strong Black woman and in a same-sex relationship.

Niya continued:

She promotes being an independent Black woman and I love it. She gives me feminism. She’s not super judgmental; she’s just outspoken. Everything she talks about will be centered around being a strong black woman. She’s a really, really sweet girl.

On Girl Power:

I don’t think I’m a feminist, but I’m real big on girl power. My whole staff is full of women. I believe women can work together, depending on the people. I love working with women and really believe in uplifting one another.

On Black Music Mogul Brunch:

This is the second year for Black Music Mogul Brunch. These are people who have put in work for decades and have pushed the culture forward as Hip Hop survivors.

She continued:

Hip Hop was just voted top genre of music. These people are responsible for it surviving. For instance, Deb Anteny is responsible for Nicki Minaj, Gucci Mane,and Waka Flocka. These people are dedicated to advancing our culture through music, but they may not always be recognized.

Hometown heroes:

2 Chainz is a hometown hero. The Trap House, which offered a clinic and a church, was great for our community.

Sometimes people mention others as a hero, but I’m a publicist and I know what’s going on behind the scenes. 2 Chainz does a lot more than what he’s recognized for.

Filming another reality show:

If it’s about my work, I can do it. But, not anything too personal. I’m more so behind the scenes. I write scripts and produce web series.

One active way she plans to push the culture forward:

Starting a mentorship program for women who want careers in media, PR, and entertainment. You are never fully prepared until you’re thrown in the work field. I would like to prepare young women who are in the same field as me.

Follow Niya @niya_skyy to keep up with the budding entrepreneur.

For episodes of The Graduates ATL, visit here.

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“To Love Is To Perform”: Jada Di’Larosa’s Poetic Meditation on Love, Identity, and Solitude

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On April 17, 2026, independent artist Jada Di’Larosa introduces a deeply evocative new chapter in her creative journey with the release of To Love Is To Perform. Emerging from the rich cultural undercurrent of New Orleans, Di’Larosa delivers a project that feels intimate, cinematic, and emotionally unguarded—an album that quietly lingers long after the final note fades.

Blending elements of alternative, indie, and nu-jazz, the record is less about traditional structure and more about atmosphere and emotional storytelling. It unfolds like a series of late-night reflections—soft, immersive, and deeply personal. Each track carries a sense of stillness, where restraint becomes a powerful artistic choice, allowing listeners to fully absorb the subtle complexities within her sound.

Between the Spotlight and the Shadows

Jada Di’Larosa’s artistry is shaped by a compelling dual existence. As a professional dancer and showgirl, her nights are filled with performance, light, and spectacle. Yet beyond the stage, she retreats into solitude—writing music that mirrors her introspective nature. This contrast is the emotional backbone of To Love Is To Perform, where themes of identity, vulnerability, and perception are explored with striking honesty.

Rather than presenting a polished, conventional album, Di’Larosa embraces imperfection. The project carries the raw essence of demos—unfiltered, organic, and alive. In her own words, it is “a diary” of her experiences, offering a glimpse into a world that is both quietly glamorous and deeply introspective. That authenticity gives the album its emotional weight, transforming it into something profoundly human.

Sound as Atmosphere, Silence as Language

Musically, the album is guided by minimalism and mood. Piano and violin arrangements intertwine with her haunting vocal delivery, creating a soundscape that feels almost suspended in time. Di’Larosa’s voice is uniquely her own—delicate yet assured, drifting through each composition with a poetic cadence that enhances the storytelling.

Tracks such as “showgirl” and “movie star” reflect the tension between persona and reality, while “bayou st. john” grounds the album in a sense of place and memory. The title track, “to love is to perform,” offers a philosophical lens on relationships, suggesting that love itself can be an act shaped by roles and expectations. Meanwhile, “costume” emerges as a defining moment—an exploration of identity, illusion, and the masks we wear.

Tracklist

  1. showgirl
  2. movie star
  3. bayou st. john
  4. to love is to perform
  5. candy
  6. blackbird
  7. spinster
  8. a love noir
  9. costume
  10. curtain call

A Quietly Powerful Artistic Statement

What makes To Love Is To Perform so compelling is its refusal to conform. It does not chase trends or demand attention—it invites it. The album thrives in its subtlety, rewarding listeners who are willing to slow down and engage with its emotional depth.

There is a cinematic quality throughout the record, as if each track is a scene from an unseen film—rich with symbolism, mood, and introspection. It’s an experience designed not just to be heard, but to be felt.

Defining Her Own Space

In an industry often driven by visibility and constant output, Jada Di’Larosa stands apart through intentional distance and artistic focus. She allows her work to speak on her behalf, cultivating a sense of mystery that only enhances her presence.

With To Love Is To Perform, she offers more than music—she offers perspective. It is a body of work that explores the delicate balance between who we are and who we present to the world, capturing the beauty and complexity of both.

As the release date approaches, the album positions Di’Larosa as a distinctive voice in contemporary alternative jazz—an artist unafraid to embrace vulnerability, ambiguity, and the quiet power of self-expression.

Connect with Jada Di’Larosa
Official Website: www.jadadilarosa.com
Instagram: @jada.dilarosa
Available on Spotify, Bandcamp, SoundCloud, and YouTube

For inquiries: jadadilarosa@yahoo.com

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