Sam Byrd

Sam Byrd is a freelance contributor to Outsmart who loves to take in all of Houston’s sights, sounds, food and fun. He also loves helping others to discover Houston’s rich culture. Speaking of Houston, he's never heard a Whitney Houston song he didn't like.
Arts & Entertainment

Hitting All the Right Notes

Wayne Ashley’s love of music is contagious.

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WiggingOut

Living Out Loud

Viva Vidalia is sweet like the onion, but she can still bring out the tears.

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Arts & Entertainment

Picture Perfect

Victor Contreras uses his photographer’s eye to help build community.

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WiggingOut

All Hail the Queen

Persephone delivers with both brains and beauty.

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Arts & Entertainment

A ‘Modern Major’ Musician

Dennis Arrowsmith brings new life to familiar characters.

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WiggingOut

The Island Enchantress

Dessie Love Blake is a mesmerizing one-woman glam squad.

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Community News

Portrait of a Pioneer

A new Monica Roberts mini-mural graces a busy Montrose intersection.

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Cover Story

Houston’s Bronzed Goddess

When fashionista Chloe C. Ross takes the stage, everyone stops to see what glamorous outfit she’s wearing.

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Features

Trailblazing Teenager

Student activist Cameron Samuels makes a stand by fighting for a seat at the table.

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Black Voices

Commercial Success

Blackberri shines again in Lizzo's YITTI ad campaign.

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