What is “Who’s Next?”

Welcome to newest show ready to shake up things in Charleston, South Carolina. “Who’s Next?” What’s “Who’s Next?” Let’s break it down. The focal point of most American communities is the local barbershop or beauty salon. It is often a place where all types of information is shared through conversation and dialogue. Any and all topics are up for discussion and debate. It is the place where you can talk about any and everything. And if there is one shop in town where the brothers keep a lively discussion it is Blades Barbershop.

Blades was recognized by nationally syndicated radio morning show host Steve Harvey as one of the hottest Barbershops in the country. The shop has been featured in Charleston’s City Paper and has been featured on local news casts for their effort “Who’s Next?” is the show that will inform and educate as we debate any and all things that are up for discussion. Whether it’s current events, music, sports, or what’s going on in town, you can be sure that it’s being talked about at Blades.

Now we all know that “Who’s Next?” is a phrase often heard in a barbershop to get the next person into the barber’s chair. But it takes on another meaning on our show. “Who’s Next?” also implies or suggests “Who’s Next?” in Charleston on the scene? Who’s the next mover and shaker? Who’s next that we can learn a thing or two from? Who’s next on the ladder to success? Whether it’s music or poetry, we will bring them to you up close and personal. We won’t just talk about it. We are going to highlight and show those people in the community who are being about it!

Meet The Crew

Charlton “Ace” Manigault – Ace was born and reared on the Charleston peninsula and has been a stylist for well over a decade also. Although his passion for barbering began by styling his own hair, he now has a long line of patrons at Blades. An active member of his church, you can find him in the pews on Sunday. During football season he is a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Alonzo “Hamp” Hamilton – Hamp is a native Charlestonian who has been a professional barber for well over a decade. He strives to preserve the “old school” traditions and practices of the barbershop culture. An avid fisherman and sports enthusiast, he enjoys professional boxing and is a Chicago Bears fan.

Amanda Makhmaltchi graduated from West Ashley High, and is pursuing an associate's degree in Radio and Television Broadcasting. Amanda enjoys dance, any outdoor activity, working out in the gym, listening to all types of music, reading, writing, shopping, and just spending time with the people who are close to her. Her ultimate goal is to be involved with and help produce successful material that will air on television and entertain viewers to the fullest.

Kurt Walker, Director/Producer – Kurt has produced a variety of productions ranging from commercials, corporate training videos, documentaries, and has even starred in an independent film. A graduate of the University of South Carolina’s college of business administration as a marketing major, he later attended Trident Technical College and studied film, television and radio production. Like Ace, he is also a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Donovan Snype is a native son of Mount Pleasant who
graduated from Florida A&M University with a degree in Psychology. He's a photographer with well over 13 years behind a camera and has now set his sights on the music video genre. In his spare time he enjoys debating, listening to music, watching movies and meditation on the beach. His ultimate goal is to continually get better at, and compensated for
the things he likes to do