Music News Luxe Beauty | Nicki Minaj Covers Elle Magazine. By Phaon Spurlock / April 8, 2011 Nicki Minaj covers the Music Issue of Elle Magazine. In stores April 12th. What Do You Think? -Phaon Spurlock, The Southern Gentleman Author Phaon Spurlock Phaon K. Spurlock is a Brooklyn, NY resident who loves traveling, eating out, hosting events and all things marketing. See author's posts Post navigation Ralph Lauren Spring 2011 Collection | Rugged Icons.Exclusive: BODHI F/W 2011 | Men’s & Tech Collection