An Uncomplicated Guide to Braiding Your Own Hair
Pull it together in eight simple steps
Race & Politics
André Leon Talley Made Fashion History — But That’s Not Enough
The icon paved the way for generations, even if he wasn’t as hands-on as some of us wished
The 4 Worst Ways to Get 360 Waves, Ranked
Stop! You’re spinnin’ outta control
The Brief New Normal of a Reopened Houston Strip Club
Club Onyx fought the law to open its doors again…
The 9 Things I Definitely Don’t Miss About Office Life
I may be stir-crazy, but these annoyances have me rethinking the end of WFH status
Not Every Black Public Figure Can Be an Activist
From Jordan to Jay-Z, we expect Black celebrities to be endlessly knowledgeable and tirelessly dedicated—but that's simply not realistic
The 7 Songs Latinx Folks Do NOT Want to Hear at Your Party, Ranked
If we hear one note of ‘Suavemente,’ we’re outta here
I’m a Black Progressive, and I’m Not Voting Until There’s a Real Greater Good
Converting voting…
The Most Important People in Black Hair History
From inventors to innovators, we celebrate the cutting-edge men who pushed the tonsorial game forward
A Plan to Stop Police Killings of Black Men
Black voters’ power at the ballot box is vast, but it’s…
The Night Little Richard Reminded America He Was the True King of Rock
In 1988, the legend took the stage at the Grammys not to accept an award, but to give one — and to demand what he deserved
The 5 Most Shameless White Savior Roles in Film, Ranked
Oh, the audacity of trope
How the Durag Beat Both Respectability Politics and Gentrification
How a simple means for protecting…
Buju Banton Will Not Be Buried Alive
The dancehall legend on coronavirus, marijuana legalization, and legacy
‘Eat the Rich’ Is Coming, But Celebrities Don’t Seem to Know
Too many famous folks aren’t acknowledging the struggle the rest of us are going through.
‘Crash’ 15 Years Later: Remembering a Truly Terrible, Award-Winning Movie
It didn’t deserve the praise…
Drake’s 5 Most Convincing Accents, Ranked
Dude, where’s my country?
7 Non-National Holidays Black Folks Love to Celebrate, Ranked
Issa party, issa party, issa party!
Our New Hair Package Has Fresh Cuts for Everyone
A note from LEVEL’s editor in chief
What Your Hair Part Says About You
From a half-moon to racing stripes, the part reveals the personality
4 Steps to a Perfect Head Shave
Chrome that dome and stay nick-free, word to Mariah
5 Keys to Manscaping, From the Chest to the… Rest
A mini-guide to trimming the hedges
5 Haircare Products to ‘Borrow’ From Your Boo
Don’t stress the packaging; #hairgoals are unisex
The Undisputed Ranking of Black Hair Styles
32 cuts, each showcasing the infinite depth of our follicles and artistry.
Harlem Nights Is Comedy’s Most Overrated Cult Classic
How revisionist history saved Eddie Murphy’s 1989 all-star gangster flop
How ‘Dave’ Delivered the Best Television Episode of the Year
‘Hype Man,’ the show’s breakout…
The 7 Least Embarrassing Interracial Rap Duos, Ranked
All respect for these progressive pairs
Protesting With Firearms Looks Very Different Depending On Your Race
The Black Panthers carried guns to save their community from police violence. Michigan demonstrators carried guns because they wanted…
The Mean Girl of Morehouse Returns
Ten years ago, I wrote a story that changed lives forever—including my own. I went back to examine the wreckage
Kanye West Is Still Deplorable — and So Is Defending Him
Remind me again which of Jesus’ teachings…