Can’t Colonize the Vibe is a space for music lovers, boundary pushers, and culture keepers. Curated by artist and creative Cherrelle Champagne, the blog amplifies Philadelphia and Philly-adjacent artists through reflection, storytelling, and a deep commitment to cultural legacy.
From Philly to Essence: DJ NA$H Earns National Recognition for Building Black Creative Economy
Through Interna$hional Bounce, DJ NA$H has built one of Philadelphia’s most dynamic cultural platforms, drawing tens of thousands each year and centering community through her events. Now, her work is...
Jamicka Bass and the Power of Philly Soul in a Global Music Industry
Neo-Soul is often spoken about in the past tense: rooted in the early 2000s and forever tied to names like Jill Scott, Floetry, and Musiq Soulchild. Jamicka Bass creates within...
Is Miles Chancellor a MADMAN for Releasing a 27-Song Album?
Is Philadelphia legend Miles Chancellor a madman for releasing a 27-song album? His new project, MADMAN, turns sheer length into strategy, blurring borders between tracks and proving that sometimes excess...