About RoyalTea
Originally from Warrenton, NC, RoyalTea is a dynamic radio personality, host, and media professional. Starting at Raleigh Television Network, she discovered her passion for media. Her radio journey began at East Carolina University, leading to Radio One Charlotte. Rising swiftly, she became the overnight personality for 102.5 The Block and was later promoted to weekend afternoons. Affectionately called everybody's "homegirl," RoyalTea now lights up middays on K97.5, bringing her infectious energy and love for music to listeners daily. A true radio royalty, she's a dynamic force in the industry.
August is National Wellness Month, a time dedicated to prioritizing self-care, reducing stress, and trying healthy habits that support your physical and mental well-being. While many people celebrate by starting a new workout routine or spending more time outdoors, I decided to step outside my comfort zone and try something completely different: pole fitness. It’s […]
If you missed Michael in theaters, now’s your chance to watch one of the biggest movies of the year from the comfort of your couch. The Michael Jackson biopic is now streaming exclusively on Starz, giving fans another opportunity to experience the record-breaking film that became the highest-grossing music biopic of all time. A Box […]
Today is National Sons and Daughters Day, giving parents a reason to pause the busy schedules, put the phones down for a little while, and celebrate the kids who make their lives more meaningful. Whether your children are toddlers, teenagers, or grown adults with families of their own, the relationship between a parent and child […]
If it feels like back-to-school shopping is costing more this year, you’re not alone! A new Good Morning America/Ipsos poll found that the majority of parents believe school supplies, clothing, and other back-to-school essentials are more expensive than they were a year ago. As a result, families expect to spend an average of nearly $900 […]
Usher isn’t letting his latest viral concert moment go unnoticed. During The R&B Tour stop in Birmingham, Alabama on Monday night, the R&B superstar addressed the now-infamous interaction with a fan who appeared uncomfortable during his performance in Nashville just days earlier. Before launching into the show’s fan interaction segment, Usher jokingly warned the crowd: […]
Missed Michael in theaters? You won’t have to wait much longer to watch it from home. The blockbuster Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, will officially begin streaming on Starz starting Monday, Aug. 10. The film will also premiere on the Starz cable channel at 7 p.m. ET/PT the same day and be available on-demand through the […]
If you were anywhere near Enigma on Saturday, you already know one thing: Plies knows how to throw a party. The Florida rapper brought his 1st Annual “40 & Up With a Good Job” All White Day Party to Raleigh on July 25, and hundreds of fans showed up dressed in their best white outfits. […]
After weeks of speculation, YG and The Game have officially been announced as the next artists to go head-to-head in Verzuz. The battle is set for Thursday, July 23, at 6:30 p.m. PT (9:30 p.m. ET) and will stream live on Apple Music, the Verzuz platform, and Complex. The matchup brings together two of Compton’s […]
If you’ve been following LuvaboyTJ’s journey, you know this isn’t our first conversation. After catching up with him during Chris Brown’s Breezy Bowl Tour, K97.5 reunited with the artist backstage at the R&B Tour stop in Charlotte on July 17, where he gave us an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life on one of the biggest […]
The wait is almost over. Usher and Chris Brown are bringing The R&B Tour to Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte this weekend, with shows on Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18. If you’re one of the thousands of fans making the trip, here’s everything you should know before heading to the stadium. What […]
Raleigh leaders are considering a new teen curfew following a chaotic Fourth of July weekend that saw multiple fights, shootings, and thousands of young people gathering across the city. Mayor Janet Cowell told WRAL News she is exploring the possibility of a curfew for anyone 17 years old and younger after violence broke out in […]
If you have outdoor plans this week or for the Fourth of July weekend, be prepared for dangerously hot temperatures. Forecasters say an intense heat wave will settle over central North Carolina beginning Wednesday and continue through the holiday weekend. Actual air temperatures are expected to climb close to or above 100 degrees, while the […]