Raven Ramar Thompson – Love Chronicles Album Release Party

Celebrate the soulful sounds of Love Chronicles at Shakras Media Vault! Join us for an intimate night of R&B with live performances, good vibes, and chocolate-themed style—hosted by DJ Juice.

📅 Sept 13, 2025 | ⏰ 6–8 PM

📍 Shakras Media Vault, 605 E Erwin St, Tyler, TX

🎟 Attire: Chocolate

Lyric Monologue – Open Mic Night

Join us every Tuesday at Shakras Media Vault in Downtown Tyler for an electrifying open mic experience featuring poetry, comedy, and R&B music. Enjoy a fun-filled evening with hookah, games, tacos, and drinks in a lively atmosphere.

• Date Highlight: Next show – Tuesday, September 9th

• Location: Shakras Media Vault, 605 E Erwin St, Downtown Tyler

• Time: Doors open at 7 PM, show starts at 8 PM

• Performer Slots: Limited to 10 poets, 2 comedians, and 2 R&B artists each week – sign up early!

This is your chance to perform, connect, and vibe with the community.

iLead Young Men’s Summit

Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders

The iLead Young Men’s Summit is a powerful 2-hour experience designed to uplift, inspire, and equip young urban men as they prepare for the school year ahead. Hosted at Shakras Media Vault in collaboration with Shakras Media Vault, Rose City Lamplighters, and Sigma Omicron Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., this event brings together mentors, leaders, and educators to pour into our youth.

This free community event is limited to 50 boys and features:

• 🔑 Empowering keynote address

• 💬 Real Talk Panel with local mentors

• 🧠 Interactive workshops on mindset, leadership, and life skills

• ✍🏽 Goal-setting activities and resource takeaways

• 🧃 Free food, school supplies, and community connection

Whether you’re a parent, mentor, or educator—this is a summit you’ll want your young men to be part of.

📍 Location: Shakras Media Vault, 605 E. Erwin St., Tyler, TX

📆 Date: Sunday August 10th 2025

⏰ Time: 2 Hours 5pm - 7pm

🎟️ Registration is required – space is limited!

Open Mic Comedy kicks off March 16 ! Hosted By Brandy Lachney! BYOB open seating.

Join The ETX DJs and Bloggers on March 5th as we gear up for SXSW! Are you looking to get booked or wanting to collaborate on a campaign to further your reach? The ETX Crossover is where you need to be! Two Major Record Label Execs will be in attendance!