The Best Song on KiKi Holli’s New EP Belongs to INXS
KiKi Holli made her name interpreting Dusty Springfield on a New York stage. She is a superb interpreter. Her own writing hasn’t quite caught up yet.
Mary Chiney
Mary Chiney is a freelance writer and a graduate of the prestigious University of Nigeria Nsukka. She covers life, entertainment, and business-related topics. She has written for reputable publications like Afrocritik, Sheen Magazine, Fused Magazine, and more.
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