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.
The self-proclaimed “African Giant” knows he is good at what he does and never fails to let the world know.
Among the many gyms and fitness offering these activities in Philadelphia are the Black-owned gyms that continue to provide a conducive environment where many irrespective of ethnic affiliation can pursue and achieve their fitness goals.
As the world grapples with environmental challenges and the race for a more sustainable planet continues, Black-owned businesses are already championing eco-friendly practices.
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.
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.
World Health Day is a painful reminder of the worldwide imperative to prioritize health and well-being. This year, let us highlight the health inequities experienced by Africans and African Americans.
Between April – July 1994, the world witnessed the gruesome massacre of Tutsi and moderate Hutu ethnic nationalities of Rwanda. According to the UN report of 1994, the estimated death toll ranged from 500,000 to about a million lives lost in the genocide.
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.
While healthcare delivery continues to improve for many developed countries, it is worrisome that several families, especially among the Black communities continue to experience disparity in the delivery of quality healthcare.
