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Caitlyn Taylor

Bio: Caitlyn Taylor is a graduate from Calvin University where she received a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. With a long time passion for video games, TV, and movies, Caitlyn took to journalism as a way to understand the ins and outs of her favorite industries. Caitlyn is ecstatic to join the NYC Tastemakers team, with the hopes of improving her skills as a writer and broadening her experience.
Fashion DesignerPast

Donatella Virsace

Fashion Designer of the Month for July 2025 Instagram Bio Gallery Bio Donatella Francesca Versace is an influential Italian fashion designer and businesswoman. Born in Reggio di Calabria, Italy, Donatella had developed an interest in fashion at a young age. She got her start working with her brother Gianni at ...

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Anuel AA

Reggaeton Artist of the Month for July 2025 Facebook X-twitter Instagram Youtube Spotify Mouse-pointer Bio Playlist Bio Emmanuel Gazmey Santiago aka Anuel AA is a Puerto Rican rapper and singer. Born in Carolina, Puerto Rico, Anuel AA was introduced to many stars within the industry due to his father being ...

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Male ModelPast

John Halls

Male Model of the Month for July 2025 Instagram Bio Gallery Bio John Halls is a former British footballer and model. Born in Islington, England, Halls had a short experience modeling as a child but only began seriously pursuing it following his retirement from soccer. Halls made his debut on ...

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Female ModelPast

Hiandra Martinez

Female Model of the Month for July 2025 Instagram Tiktok Bio Gallery Bio Hiandra Martínez is a popular Dominican model. Born in Azua, Dominican Republic, Martínez was discovered at her hometown in 2016 and soon joined the modeling agency Next Management. A year later, Martínez debuted at Paris Fashion Week ...

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ArtistPast

Coldplay

Artist of the Month for July 2025 Facebook Mouse-pointer Instagram Youtube Bio Yellow Bio Coldplay is a popular British pop rock band. Formed in London in 1997, the group consists of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer and percussionist Will Champion, and manager Phil ...

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PastVideo

Twenty One Pilots – The Contract

Video of the Month for July 2025 https://youtu.be/QZfH7cFp3Ys?si=0OPpizFrsKzQEH1V Twenty One Pilots recently released the music video for their latest single Contract on June 12, 2025. Directed by Frédéric De Pontcharra, The Contract music video acts as a sequel to a the previous music video for the band’s single Paladin Strait. ...

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Flashback AthletePast

Joe Namath

Flashback Athlete of the Month for July 2025 Instagram Facebook-f X-twitter Bio Highlights Bio Joseph William Namath is an American former professional football player. Born in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, Namath showed great talent in a variety of sports from a young age. Following his high school graduation, he had offers ...

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Flashback ArtistPast

Brian Wilson

Flashback Artist of the Month for July 2025 Facebook Tiktok Instagram Youtube Mouse-pointer Bio God Only Knows (2009 Version) Bio Brian Douglas Wilson was an influential American musician, songwriter, singer and record producer. Born in Inglewood, California, Wilson began writing music at an early age. It wasn’t until after highschool ...

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Movies

Will The Zombie Genre Revive Itself?

The zombie movie genre has consistently been at the forefront of popular culture for decades. These creatures have graced the screens of millions across the world, and yet they have fallen out of favor in the past few years. People have argued that the beginning of its decline happened around ...

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Food

Food Trucks’ Prices Could Be The Cause Of Their Downfall

Food Trucks have long been a popular business opportunity within the United States for decades. Not only are they a great way for restaurants to promote their businesses, but they have also helped people break into the food industry. Food trucks can be found in any busy city center, around ...

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Fashion

Will The Current Heat Wave Spark a Change In Summer Fashion?

The current brutal heat wave battering much of the eastern United States will likely be one of the others in the coming years. Of course, the country is no stranger to hot summers, but climate change has significantly impacted the weather, making it more unpredictable than it ever was before. ...

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Fashion

Fashion Brands Need To Upcycle More

The fashion industry is one of many that struggle with excess waste and pollution. While thrifting has become an important step in helping to alleviate clothing waste, upcycling is emerging as another viable option. That said, the industry has been slow to adopt the method. Upcycling brings new life to ...

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