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The Power of Positivity with Sheila O. on cover

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This month, I’m taking a moment to celebrate the incredible journey of Where It Begins magazine, a project that has been close to my heart for the past six years. When I first started this magazine, my vision was simple yet profound: to create a space where people could share their stories and journeys with the world. I’ve always believed that everyone has a testimony—a unique and powerful story worth sharing. Over the years, this belief has shaped each issue, filling the pages with narratives of resilience, creativity, and inspiration.

Our 16th issue is particularly special, featuring the dynamic Sheila O on the cover. Sheila dives deep into the world of Afrobeats, a genre that has taken the global music scene by storm. Her insights offer a fascinating look at the culture, the rhythm, and the movement that Afrobeats represents. Sheila’s story is one of passion and dedication, and it’s a true testament to how music can transcend boundaries and bring people together.

But that’s just the beginning. This issue also shines a spotlight on our Models of the Month, each of whom embodies the power of positivity. These individuals are not just beautiful faces—they are symbols of strength, confidence, and the impact of a positive mindset. Their stories remind us that with the right attitude, we can overcome challenges and achieve greatness.

The theme of this issue, “The Power of Positivity,” is a message I’m passionate about sharing. In a world that often focuses on the negative, it’s important to remember the incredible things that can happen when we embrace positivity. Whether it’s in our personal lives, our careers, or our communities, a positive outlook can be transformative.

I’m incredibly proud of how this issue has come together, and I’m thrilled to share it with you. As you flip through the pages, I hope you’re inspired by the stories, motivated by the messages, and reminded of the power within your own journey. Make sure to check out this issue of Where It Begins—it’s one you won’t want to miss!

https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_july_2021_entertainment

Interview with Brooke Bailey

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Interview with DJ Brooke Bailey

By: Where it Begins

 

Q. What made you want to be a DJ?

A. Well I was engaged to a deejay. One day his manager came up to me asking if I wanted to learn deejaying since we had all the equipment at home and there was a huge shortage in female deejays at the time. So that’s how it started. However, it really made me want to be a deejay was the fact that deejaying enabled me to share acrobats on a bigger platform. I had always loved my roots and deejaying finally gave me a platform to display this.

Q. What differentiates you from the rest of the DJ’s?

A. I mainly play Afrobeats. That’s what I am good at. It’s what I’m proud of. I can go to a Hip-Hop party and still play 60% Afrobeat and people will dance. I can make my audience LOVE afrobeats (at least for a night). So that along with good mixing skills really set me apart.

Q. How would you define your “style” or approach to providing DJ Entertainment?

A. I try to stick to my Afrobeats based sets, but I add a little of the local sound to whatever country I got. This makes the audience feel like you also appreciate their local sound and most of the time this has a positive effect on the crowd. I also try to socialize with the audience wherever I go, so I come in a little early and stay a little after I have played.

Q. What made you go into predominantly Afro beats?

A. I’m mixed Ghanaian and Belgian, growing up in Belgium I faced a lot of racism, so I always felt more comfortable with my African side. So Afrobeats became a way for me to feel more African in a non-African environment. It was hard at first because no one really cared about Afrobeats a few years ago. But I decided that it was Afrobeats I wanted to represent and I’m glad I did.

Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJs?

A. Push through. Play the music you love even if it’s not a mainstream music genre. If you can become a master in your niche, you can still become a star in your own little market.

Follow Brooke Bailey at @dj_brookebailey.

To read the full interview go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/final_wib-revision__8_