Alan Wayne, a Kansas City hip-hop artist, overcame struggles with alcoholism and recently teamed with fellow creatives to open Namaste & Midtown, a non-alcoholic creative hub for community. J.M. Banks ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The weather is finally getting cold in Kansas City, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be live music in and around the city. Comedian, hip-hop artist and DJ Zack Fox is coming to ...

Editor's Note: This interview is part of an ongoing Star series highlighting Kansas Citians from historically underrepresented communities and their impact on our region. The series builds on The Star ...

Published on September 23, 2025 Source: Thaddaeus McAdams / Getty On September 21, rapper NBA YoungBoy was honored in a big way, he now has his own official day in Kansas City. According to TMZ, Top ...

As a rising artist in Kansas City's hip-hop scene, Alan Wayne faced a steady stream of setbacks. Despite his deep passion for music, he struggled to gain the traction he hoped for. Alcohol became his ...