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Sharafa Odusanya

Sharafa Odusanya

Sharafa Odusanya is the Sports & Music Editor at The Knockturnal, covering concerts, festivals, album releases, artist interviews, and the ever-evolving music landscape. Since joining the publication in 2024, he has reported on everyone from emerging artists to Grammy-winning performers, earning recognition for his thoughtful storytelling and engaging event coverage. A Los Angeles native of Nigerian American descent, he draws on firsthand experience producing sold-out music festivals and a passion for discovering artists across genres, giving him a unique perspective on the industry and connecting audiences with both established stars and emerging talent.

JayMin at the BMI Awards
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Jaymin Refuses to Be Boxed In on EP STATIC

by Sharafa Odusanya October 7, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Seattle R&B singer Jaymin is continuing to carve out his own lane with STATIC, an 11-track project that blends contemporary R&B with the gospel roots and wide-ranging musical influences that have shaped him.

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Isaiah Rashad rocks the crowd at YouTube Theater. Photo credit: Wes & Alex Photography
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Isaiah Rashad’s LA Tour Stop Becomes a TDE Family Reunion

by Sharafa Odusanya October 6, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Isaiah Rashad brought Lil’ Sunny’s Awful Road Trip to YouTube Theater on Tuesday night for a special Los Angeles-area stop celebrating the 10th anniversary of The Sun’s Tirade.

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The chefs of the Chef Showdown. Photo Credit: Bella Camerino
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Inside Hot Plate: Chef Showdown at Maison Kasai

by Sharafa Odusanya October 1, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Los Angeles is home to some of the best restaurants and culinary talent in the country, so I’m always interested in checking out dining experiences that offer something a little different. On Thursday, Sept. 24, I had the opportunity to attend HOT PLATE: Chef Showdown at Maison Kasai inside Level 8 in downtown Los Angeles, where four talented chefs went head-to-head in a competition that combined great food, creativity and a little friendly rivalry.

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Kehlani & Brandy at Intuit Dome. Photo credit: Jamie-Lee B.
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Kehlani Brings The Kehlani World Tour to Intuit With Special Guests

by Sharafa Odusanya September 29, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

From paying homage to R&B legends to sharing the stage with some of the genre’s most celebrated voices, Kehlani delivered a night that showcased just how far her artistry has evolved. The two-time Grammy Award winner brought The Kehlani World Tour to Intuit Dome on Thursday, treating fans to an impressive display of vocals, choreography, nostalgia and heartfelt moments in what I consider one of the best live performances I’ve witnessed in recent years, regardless of genre.

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Taste of SoFi Stadium Brings New Flavor to the 2026 NFL Season

by Sharafa Odusanya September 14, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

With football officially back in Inglewood, SoFi Stadium gave media an early taste of what Los Angeles Rams and Chargers fans can expect throughout the 2026 NFL season.

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NAS accepts BMI Icon award (Photo by Lester Cohen/ Getty Images for BMI)
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Nas Honored as BMI Icon at 2026 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards

by Sharafa Odusanya September 1, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Some awards recognize what an artist accomplished during a particular year. Others recognize what they have meant to the culture over the course of a lifetime. Wednesday night at the Fairmont Century Plaza, the 2026 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards managed to do both.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 20: Donell Jones, Estelle and Joe onstage at Apple Music and Complex present VERZUZ Live Match-Up: “R&B Nights” featuring Donell Jones vs. Joe at Apple Music Studios on August 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jerritt Clark/Getty Images for Complex)
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Donell Jones and Joe Celebrate R&B History in Verzuz Battle

by Sharafa Odusanya August 26, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Presented by Complex and Apple Music, Verzuz brought Donell Jones and Joe together for a celebration of two voices that helped define an era of R&B, when vulnerability and romance filled records made for late-night phone calls, carefully curated mixtapes and telling a special someone exactly how you felt without having to say it yourself.

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Crown Royal x Juicy Couture event. Photo credit: Kevin Sikorski | Plural
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Crown Royal and Juicy Couture Celebrate New Collection

by Sharafa Odusanya August 24, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Crown Royal and Juicy Couture turned back the clock Tuesday night, bringing a dose of early-2000s nostalgia to Fairfax for the launch of their new limited-edition collection.

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Karol G all smiles. Credit: @henryhwu
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Karol G Brings ‘Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour’ to SoFi Stadium

by Sharafa Odusanya August 20, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Karol G brought her “Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour” to SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Sunday, delivering a massive celebration of Latin music, culture and the catalog that has made her one of the biggest global stars of her generation.

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Nipsey Hussle & Bino Rideaux PROLIFIC pop-up
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Inside Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux’s ‘PROLIFIC’ Pop-Up in LA

by Sharafa Odusanya August 20, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

This past weekend, that presence was especially strong on Fairfax Avenue, where Complex LA hosted the PROLIFIC pop-up in celebration of the new posthumous collaborative album from Nipsey and longtime collaborator Bino Rideaux.

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The world premiere of Ava DuVernay’s ’14th’ at New The world premiere of Ava DuVernay’s ’14th’ at New York Film Festival. Notable attendees included Gayle King, Katie Holmes, Fran Dresher, Robert Glasper, and three members of The Exonerated Five, along with documentary participants, Stacey Abrams, Ambassador Jeff Flake, Sherrilyn Ifill, Van Lathan, and Dr. David Blight.@thenyff @ava @netflix @liztaylorworld @dninh #14th #nyff #avaduvernay #netflix #constitution
Advertising Week New York 2026 once again took the Advertising Week New York 2026 once again took the spotlight and showcased innovative trends and inspirational moments.

Building a Bigger Canvas with John Legend was a highlight that played out before a full theater in Midtown.

In a conversation alongside A-Frame Brands executives, founder & CEO AriBloom and co-founder HillHarper, EGOT-winning artist Legend discussed balancing creative evolution, business, family, and purpose.

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This week, Jaguar introduced the Type 01 at STORIE This week, Jaguar introduced the Type 01 at STORIED NYC, unveiling the electric four-door grand tourer that will lead the brand’s new era.

Newly announced brand ambassador Florence Pugh joined the celebration for a star-studded evening featuring cocktails and an intimate performance by Sienna Spiro, all set inside Annie Leibovitz’s former home and studio in West Chelsea.

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Most premieres roll out a red carpet and this one Most premieres roll out a red carpet and this one was no different except for ‘The Beast.’

The Los Angeles premiere of the new Samuel L. Jackson action film had an armored presidential limousine sitting right out front. 

Aura Entertainment took over the Academy Museum to celebrate Renny Harlin’s new action-thriller. 

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People are full of contradictions… John Turturro People are full of contradictions…

John Turturro spoke with The Knockturnal about the complexities of human nature and how those contradictions shape his character in The Only Living Pickpocket in New York.
Alice and Olivia styled it up for a great cause on Alice and Olivia styled it up for a great cause on the Upper East Side. 

To honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month a special evening at the brand’s Madison Avenue flagship brought out hundreds in support of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. 

As part of a month-long October initiative benefiting BCRF, the night kicked off the advocacy by bringing together friends of the brand and BCRF supporters for an evening of fashion, shopping, and philanthropy.

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Paranormal Activity brings bone-chilling terror to Paranormal Activity brings bone-chilling terror to Broadway, and a new scream queen has entered the chat.

Making its debut in the UK, Paranormal Activity has officially made its way to New York City, bringing bone-chilling scares and supernatural horrors to Broadway. Leading the terrifying production are Cher Álvarez and Travis A. Knight, two rising talents making their Broadway debuts.

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At the W Hollywood, men’s health received the blue At the W Hollywood, men’s health received the blue spotlight for an evening where fashion met advocacy, as the Blue Jacket Fashion Show celebrated its Diamond Anniversary with a star-studded runway.

The night brought together style and entertainment for an important cause: prostate cancer awareness.

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Tony Gilroy, Pedro Pascal, Will Arnett, and Eva Vi Tony Gilroy, Pedro Pascal, Will Arnett, and Eva Victor hit all the right notes with the New York Film Festival selection ‘Behemoth!’.

The NYFF64 Centerpiece selection panel with NYFF programmer Justin Chang was a day of cinema glory and musical expression that pleased a room full of cinephiles and musicians to the soothing song of film magic.

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Documenting life from 17-21, Gayle captures a live Documenting life from 17-21, Gayle captures a lively lament of love, heartbreak and coming-of-age on her debut record, “Observing Chaos.”

In the five years since Gayle released her breakout pop-rock single “abcdefu,” she’s been living a life that many don’t reach until much later in their career. She’s been nominated for a Grammy, amassed billions of streams and has toured with Taylor Swift and My Chemical Romance. 

It might make sense that the 22-year-old pop singer would rush to drop an album as soon as possible, but that isn’t how Gayle operates.

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The stars of The Social Reckoning gathered in New The stars of The Social Reckoning gathered in New York City for the film’s premiere at Regal Union Square, marking the latest chapter in Aaron Sorkin’s exploration of the people and forces behind one of the most consequential stories of the digital age.

On the red carpet, The Knockturnal caught up with Sorkin, White, Madison and members of the cast to discuss bringing the story to the screen, stepping into the roles of real-life figures, and what drew them to a story that continues to resonate in an ever-changing digital landscape.

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“Some friendships survive anything. Except love.” “Some friendships survive anything. Except love.”

KJ Apa, Isabel May and Archie Renaux brought a London love triangle to Manhattan on Sunday night for the New York premiere of Falling at the SAG-AFTRA Robin Williams Center.

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At the ‘Verity’ premiere outside Lincoln Center in At the ‘Verity’ premiere outside Lincoln Center in New York City, the question hanging over the red carpet was the same one readers of the novel have argued about for years: what is true, and what is a lie?

When we asked Anne Hathaway to describe the film in three words, she answered without hesitation: “Twisty. Right. Wrong.”

After speaking with the cast and with author Colleen Hoover herself, we learned that those three words are as much about the audience as they are about the movie.

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Sienna Miller, Dominic West, Pip Torrens, George K Sienna Miller, Dominic West, Pip Torrens, George Kay, Phoebe Fox & More Talk HBO's 'War'

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From Riverdale to Falling. KJ Apa spoke with The From Riverdale to Falling.

KJ Apa spoke with The Knockturnal about his role in Falling, navigating the film’s complicated love triangle, and looking back on his time as Archie Andrews on Riverdale.

Falling arrives in select U.S. theaters on October 9.
Fall has officially arrived at Disneyland! We sp Fall has officially arrived at Disneyland! 

We spent the day soaking up Halloween Time, checking out the new seasonal touches, indulging in all the fall treats and experiencing Plaza de la Familia’s celebration of Día de los Muertos. Two very different fall traditions, one very magical day! 

Find everything you need to know about this year’s Halloween and Día de los Muertos celebrations at Disneyland Resort in our latest article by visiting the link in our bio!
Verity, in theaters now👀 @verityfilm @amazonmgmst Verity, in theaters now👀 
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Close Your Eyes has released their fourth mini-alb Close Your Eyes has released their fourth mini-album, ‘256th Note’, presenting a fresh chapter and unique sonic identity for the K-pop rookie act.

The seven members spoke with The Knockturnal about the album’s inspiration, their favorite tracks, and what they want to convey to fans.

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Espresso, cocktails, and a live DJ? Count us in. Espresso, cocktails, and a live DJ? Count us in.

Belvedere Vodka’s Club Dirty Brew transformed National Coffee Day into a lively New York City experience, combining espresso-based cocktails, exquisite bites, and an energetic DJ set at Manhattan West.

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