Michael Sam is known more so for his bravery for coming out as the first publicly gay player to be drafted to the NFL. Sam doesn’t have much recognition as a noteworthy athlete. He has trail blazed mainstream media with his story and he’s gotten opportunities that most could only dream of. Could Sam become …
After a five-year hiatus fans patiently waited for D’Angelo to follow up to his Brown Sugar, with his sophomore set, Voodoo. Then after 15 years he debuted his third studio album “Black Messiah.” “Black Messiah” resulted into a gem that topped a lot of 2014 end of the year lists. The soulful yet sensual yet …
Earth, Wind & Fire graced the stage at the Tennessee Music Festival aka Bonnaroo. The crowd was met with a surprise that made the legendary funk band even groovier than they’ve ever been. The fans were elated to welcome Kendrick Lamar and Chance the Rapper to the Bonaroo stage. Dot and Chano performed some of their …
It was with great courage and relentlessness that rapper, poet, actor; author Mykki Blanco announced via Facebook that she’s been living with HIV since 2011. The rapper’s announcement came the eve of Brooklyn’s Pride week, which began June 13. Mykki Blanco also known as Michael Quattlebaum Jr. revealed to Interview magazine that she is originally …
Netflix premiered their documentary for Nina Simone, legendary soul singer. Netflix have a red carpet screening for What Happened, Miss Nina Simone at the historic Apollo Theater. The premier brought out many stars such as Usher Raymond who discussed the importance of Miss Simone’s artistry. “When I think of Nina Simone I think of her …
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Lauryn Hill is set to perform at the rebellious 2015 Afropunk summer music festival.The Afropunk festival will take place at Brooklyn’s Commodore Barry Park on August 22nd through the 23rd. This year is the festival’s 11th annual celebration. Ms. Hill will be headlining the concert along with legends Grace Jones, Lenny Kravitz and Kelis. Other …
Reynaldo Rey, beloved comedian and actor died early Thursday morning at a Los Angeles hospital after complications from a stroke he suffered from last year. (Confirmed by TMZ) Rey is best known for his role as Red’s father in the 1995 film “Friday.” The seasoned actor has appeared in “Harlem Nights” (1989), “White Men Can’t …
Will there be a future for Odd Future? Many of the Internet Trolls are asking themselves’ that question after Tyler the Creator tweeted, “although its no more, those 7 letters are forever.” Those seven letters seem to refer to OFWGKTA (Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All) Tyler the Creator does not actually same the …
Colin Kaepernick’s catchphrase has caught up with him. Kaepernick has almost 1.3 million followers and about 760,000 twitter followers. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback posted an image of the devastation from the floods in Houston, TX. The photo was captioned: “I warned you the 7tormsComing !!! #Houston” For months Kaepernick has been tacking his hash …
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