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Malik Peay

  • Writer, Freelance
  • Editorial Operations Manager, Triller
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Los Angeles
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An alumni of the University of California, Los Angeles with a major in English and minor in film, television, and digital media.

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How Nick Holiday Ended up Designing Merch for Brockhampton, Shia LaBeouf

How Nick Holiday Ended up Designing Merch for Brockhampton, Shia LaBeouf

Every week, Nick Holiday sits in on group therapy sessions with Shia LaBeouf and Kevin Abstract of Brockhampt…

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The Influence and Legacy of JAY-Z, According to the Author of New Book 'Made in America'

The Influence and Legacy of JAY-Z, According to the Author of New Book 'Made in America'

From growing up in Brooklyn's Marcy Projects to his rise to the top of rap, Shawn Carter has always embodied …

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Shaun Ross Is a Musical Force to Be Reckoned with | REAL 92.3

Shaun Ross Is a Musical Force to Be Reckoned with | REAL 92.3

Shaun Ross's remarkable emergence into the fashion industry was one like no other, establishing himself as a …

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Why We Should All Listen to the Mysterious R&B Duo: Emotional Oranges | KIIS FM

Why We Should All Listen to the Mysterious R&B Duo: Emotional Oranges | KIIS FM

Los Angeles natives, Emotional Oranges rises to the occasion for the last pit-stop of their American tour whi…

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A Story of Reclaiming - Netflix's First Native American Actress | KIIS FM

A Story of Reclaiming - Netflix's First Native American Actress | KIIS FM

Some may wonder why Hollywood's repertoire of brown actors don't consist of many, if any, Native American ind…

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Rico Nasty's Unapologetic Climb To The Top With New Mixtape | REAL 92.3

Rico Nasty's Unapologetic Climb To The Top With New Mixtape | REAL 92.3

A cross between hardcore rap and 90's punk has become the bread and butter for Maryland female rapper, Rico N…

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With New Album 'A*POP' Tyla Isn't Being Anyone But Herself

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By Malik Peay
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With A*POP, Tyla frees herself with a new sound that isn’t following any rules but her own. Key Takeaways Tyla’s 2024 album A*POP blends electronic pop, amapiano, and South African rhythms. She aims for authentic self-expression beyond African artist labels in her music. A*POP features vibrant, danceable tracks with experimental sounds reflecting her growth.
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Ignore the Naysayers: Lupita Nyong'o and Zendaya Bring 'The Odyssey' Into a New Era

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By Malik Peay
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Key Takeaways Lupita Nyong'o and Zendaya face and rise above backlash for their roles in The Odyssey. Nolan's adaptation reinterprets Greek mythology, focusing on emotional depth over traditional visuals. The film champions diverse casting and evolving myth interpretations, opening July 17, 2026.
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25 Years of Baby Boy — The Cast Is All Grown Up

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By Malik Peay
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Key Takeaways Baby Boy, directed by John Singleton, celebrates 25 years as a Black cinema classic. Main cast members like Tyrese Gibson and Taraji P. Henson have successful ongoing careers. Singleton's legacy influences modern Black storytelling, emphasizing real urban life and family roots. This June, Baby Boy celebrates its 25th anniversary, and as much as the film has grown into a historic artifact of Black cinema, the cast has majorly contributed to its long-lasting legacy.
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