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J’Nai Bridges Delivers Operatic Retelling Of Tulsa Massacre
Performances included that of mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges, violinist Jessica (Lady Jess) McJunkins, harpist Ashley Jackson, and conductor Amadi Azikiwe.
City Girls, H.E.R., Migos & More Announced In Star-Studded 2021 BET Awards Lineup
The BET Awards 2021 performance line-up is centering a wide range of hip-hop, R&B, and pop acts that will take “culture’s biggest night” to another level. Acts such as Migos, City Girls, Lil Durk, Tyler, The Creator, Roddy Ricch, and many more will join the star-studded lineup, while Tone Stith
Nina Simone’s Granddaughter Isn’t Biting Her Tongue For Kamala Harris
The legacy of Nina Simone has grown in popular culture alongside the global Black awakening taking place. The activist and singer-songwriter’s words and works have been adapted by a new generation that wants to continue her legacy. But for the family directly, it appears that frustrations are boiling over about
Musician Aloe Blacc Talks Juneteenth Unityfest and Black Music Month
The Grammy-nominated musician, songwriter, and actor Aloe Blacc hypnotizes all who encounter his captivating songs and lyrics. Not confined to one genre, he injects rhythm and soul as well as powerful messaging into each track he touches. In this interview with EBONY, the profound lyricist breaks down the power of
Big Boi to Host Famed Dungeon Family Home Studio On AirBnb
If you’re a fan of Outkast, then you know quite a bit about the Dungeon—the famed Atlanta home studio where platinum albums like ATLiens and Aquemini were recorded. Now, in an attempt to “minimize risk” in the A, Big Boi has become an Airbnb host to offer fans a one-of-a-kind
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Innclusive Founder On Her Plans to Make #AirBnBWhileBlack a Thing of the Past
By now you’ve heard the stories: Black traveler looks for a vacation rental on Airbnb, White host declines, but accepts same exact booking from a White traveler’s profile. This is exactly what happened to 40-year-old Rohan Gilkes a few weeks ago when he tried to book a house in Idaho
[Passport Goals] Five Reasons to Visit Porto, the Heart of Portugal’s Wine Country
When most people talk about visiting Portugal, the destination in question is almost always Lisbon. The bustling capital city is full of kinetic energy, while also being lined with several beautiful beaches. And while Lisbon has its own share of gems and magnificent experiences to be had, I know firsthand
Discover the Pulsating Vibes of Kingston, Jamaica
Known as the unofficial capital of the Caribbean, Jamaica has gifted plenty to the rest of the world. From revolutionaries like Marcus Garvey and music rooted in the sounds of Bob Marley, to delicious eats like jerk chicken and ackee and saltfish, Jamaican culture has influenced a generation. So it’s
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