Tag: Osborne Bell

Kaylee

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“Creating Opportunities! Self-Pressure!”

Kaylee Sidris , affectionally known as Kay, created Independent Chicks Ent. in 2013 with the hopes of pushing family members to their highest potential with their music . It was the drive of two Black Queens that inspired the Independent Chicks Ent. movement ! Independent Chicks took a liking to the social media marketing because it was on the rise among millions of people around the world!

Along the journey Independent Chicks Ent. began creating different platforms for independent artists that ranged from talent showcases, podcasts, online radio stations, and festivals . Not every event was successful but over time Independent Chicks built a name for themselves and began to grow. Independent Chicks began to realize that there are so many different ways to see success through social media. Independent Chicks began to use the social media market to target the independent music world to grow! With a plethora of platforms and strategies to test out, pinpointing the best strategy for any business can be a daunting task. Independent Chicks found their Mojo with being consistent with social marketing! 

Independent Chicks Ent. understands that independent artists so often lose motivation and seek inspiration. This is what led Independent Chicks to continue to work with artists outside of their families . Independent Chicks efforts was nominated for 2019 Marketer of the year ( North Mississippi Music Awards ), hosting several mixtapes, hosting a mixtape for Astronomical  Artist La’Chat & more, 2020 Industry Judge of the Year ( Hood Idol Awards), started an online radio station (which reaches to the United Kingdom) through Live365, Created an Indie Music & Food Festival Platform for independent artists in 2022 in Hattiesburg MS, 2022 SSC team Award Recipient, SEA nominated 2023 & other accomplishments. Independent Chicks Ent. wants everyone to know “WE LOVE OUR INDEPENDENT ARTISTS  & WE believe in you!”

Osborne Bell, Sr.

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Osborne Bell Sr. was the first black Sheriff in Marshall County, MS and one of the first three black Sheriff’s to be sworn in- in the state of Mississippi. There is also a memorial marker just north of Hwy 4 on Hwy 309 south of Byhalia, MS marking the spot where Mr. Osborne was killed while on duty. Hwy 309 is also know as the Osborne Bell Highway. Osborne Bell was loved by many and is remembered for his friendliness and fairness to all. His political career began in 1967, when he was elected the first black coroner and served three terms as Marshall County Coroner (1967-1979). Osborne Bell was elected sheriff of Marshall County, Mississippi on November 6, 1979. He served his people with distinction. Sheriff Bell was a leader in law enforcement and in his community as well. He died in the line of duty on the morning of May 7, 1986.

Rest in Heaven Dear Uncle. I pray your legacy continues to live through us all.