From London to Lagos: One Black Woman’s Epic Solo Drive Across a Continent
Imagine packing your bags, hopping in your car, and embarking on a solo adventure for 68 days that spans continents and stretches over 10,000 kilometers (6,200 miles).
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More Than Just Trumpet Solos: The Untold Stories of Black Women in Jazz
Black women have been composers, bandleaders, instrumentalists, and innovators who have pushed the boundaries of the genre and left an undeniable mark on its sound.
Falling into Spring
Get jazzed for some upcoming events covering music, education, the environment, art, and health during the month of renewal
Then and Now: The Evolution of Black Supermodels Over the Decades
Making their way into the fashion industry was not an
Philly’s Jazz Heads Uncorked: Brain Scans Reveal Flow Secrets
Flow, or being “in the zone,” is a state of amped-up creativity, enhanced productivity, and blissful consciousness that, some psychologists believe, is also the secret to happiness.
The Musical Kaleidoscope of Jon Batiste: A Journey Through Genre-Bending Brilliance
Jon Batiste isn’t easily categorized. His music, a vibrant tapestry woven from threads of jazz, R&B, soul, gospel, and even a sprinkle of classical influences, defies definition.
Burna Boy’s Vision for Global Music Domination
The self-proclaimed “African Giant” knows he is good at what he does and never fails to let the world know.
April Showers Us With Jazz!
April signals the start of spring and swing. It’s prime time to celebrate the steep tradition of jazz and the legends from Philadelphia who created this rich legacy of timeless music.
Beyond Recognition: Celebrating the Rise of Black Talent at the Oscars
For so long Black actors and actresses had been ignored and passed over for roles despite their remarkable skills and contributions to the industry. Notwithstanding the biases they faced, the community of Black artists and actresses have gone on to direct, produce, and act in several Oscar-winning movies.
The Black Country Artists Featured On Beyoncé’s ‘COWBOY CARTER’
The second act in the songstress and mogul’s trilogy celebrating historically Black music genres, the project not only educates listeners on the oft-disregarded Black roots of Country but shines a light on its bright Black future.