Imani Muleyyar's portfolio

Work samples

Imani Network Trailer

Imani Network was created to give the urban residents of Baltimore a platform to tell their stories. Through documentary, narrative and live performance productions we seek to amplify the voices of this city and empower Baltimore creatives, in front of and behind the camera.
Inside The Culture

Inside The Culture is a groundbreaking news magazine series that explores the rich, diverse, and often overlooked subcultures within the black community in Baltimore. Each episode delves into the untold stories and unique experiences that shape the multifaceted black identity, going beyond mainstream narratives to offer a deeper understanding of black life in the city.
My Lor Gig Trailer

My Lor Gig is a Baltimore based comedy series by Imani Network tackling the post COVID housing crisis and the Gen Z over-dependency on the gig economy.
Baltimore Club Party Trailer

Baltimore Club Party is a documentary and performance arts series celebrating the origins of the club music craze that's sweeping the nation.

About Imani

Imani Muleyyar is an award-winning multimedia storyteller, educator, and arts advocate. He began his arts career by producing socially conscious music for himself and others in the Baltimore rap community during the 1990s. This led Imani to pursue a profession in audio engineering, studying at American University in Washington, DC. He then went on to own and operate multiple recording studios in the region, consecutively landing production deals with record labels over the course of five… more

Inside The Culture

Inside The Culture is a groundbreaking news magazine series that explores the rich, diverse, and often overlooked subcultures within the black community in Baltimore. Each episode delves into the untold stories and unique experiences that shape the multifaceted black identity, going beyond mainstream narratives to offer a deeper understanding of black life in the city.

Reflection Eternal Barbershop

The barbers at Reflection Eternal Barbershop embrace their roles as safe space holders for the men in their community.
Fearless Dance Empire

The girls of Fearless Dance Empire take their talents from the heart of Baltimore city to stages around the world.
YungTwoSeven

Neurodivergent music producer YungTwoSeven overcomes her personal struggles to help guide other artists toward success in the music industry.
Wayna

Grammy nominated singer Wayna has to abandon her pre-conceptions of motherhood to grow her family, while also growing her music career.

My Lor Gig

My Lor Gig follows Loren as she is confronted with the possibility of eviction once the mandated rent moratorium is lifted. Using her mantra "if you have a phone and a car, there's a way to make some money" she takes on various gigs to reach her goal.

My Lor Gig Pilot Clip 1

In this clip from the pilot episode of My Lor Gig, Loren recounts the events that plunged her head first into the gig economy.

Artist Spotlight

Musical documentaries telling intimate stories about Baltimore artists while also showcasing their talents.

Talbolt Johnson - The Art Of The Catalyst

Talbolt Johnson discovered a natural talent for dance that ultimately led him to a better understanding of himself and the world around him.
Kay LA - This Ain't P*ssy Rap

Rapped, singer & spoken word artist Kay LA seeks to dispel the myth that women have to flaunt their sexuality to make it in the music industry.
Shamar Rice - When Dance Is My Therapy

Baltimore club dancer Shamar Rice had to overcome challenges simultaneously on the dance floor and on the hard streets of Baltimore.

The Story Of Baltimore Club Music

Baltimore club music started a dance crazy that's currently sweeping the music industry and all of social media. Despite it's popularity, the originators of club music have mostly been overlooked. This documentary series shines a light on the people who created this music genre and the city that influenced it's unique sound.

Mighty Mark - It's The Sound Of The City

DJ Mighty Mark believes that the unique sound of club music is a byproduct of the living conditions in Baltimore city.
TSU Terry - The Only Baltimore Club Dance Moves You Need To Know

International choreographer TSU Terry explains what make Baltimore club dance so different from all the other dance styles out there.
DJ K-Spin - "That's When Baltimore City Got Worst!"

DJ K-Spin lets us know exactly when Baltimore club music took a turn for the worst.
Uneek - Who Really Brought Club Music To The Industry?

Promoter and community organizer Uneek argues why the residents of Baltimore need to be acknowledged for sparking the club music phenomenon.
DJ Ducky Dynamo - We Need To Preserve The Cultures In Our Cities

DJ Ducky Dynamo's campaign to preserve club music in the city led to the establishment of Baltimore Club Music Day.
DJ AyyMello - The King of Baltimore

DJ AyyMello overcomes self doubt to win the prestigious "King of Baltimore" title at the cities's biggest Baltimore club dance competition.

Our Story

Audio stories of everyday Baltimore citizens who happen to live extraordinary lives.

Our Story - Black Puppeteers

Baltimore comedy icon Sheila Gaskins tells us about the history of black puppetry and gives a first hand account on how puppetry can positively impact city youth.
Our Story - The People's Barber

Master barber Sundiata Osage reveals the correlation between black barbershops and black men's mental health.
Our Story - Mama Artist

Visual artist Nefah'titi Partlow-Myrick details the challenges she's faced trying to balance motherhood with a full time career in the arts.
Our Story - Discovering Dad

Spoken word artist Komplex seeks to build a relationship with his estranged daughter by deconstructing his family's history of abandonment.