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Credit: Photo: Elizabeth Gillis/NPR Kelela took her opportunity at the Tiny Desk to create something new. She swapped key pieces from her recordings (hard drums and effects) for a harp and piano. She also presented us with a challenge or two as well. While there weren't many bodies behind the Desk, the instruments left little room for movement. Pianist Briley Harris was barricaded by the keys, and background vocalists Brittney […]
As Black History Month draws to a close, America's fraught racial history is steeped in injustice, exploitation, and broken promises that have compounded over centuries to fuel deep economic and social divides. The immorality of this system was reflected in the economy as well. By 1860, the total value of all slaves was estimated to have been between $2.7 and $3.7 billion - making slaves one of the largest capital […]
Throughout my childhood, my mother's hair was a symbol of creativity, individualism, and self-care for me. Treye Green The chorusing clack of curling irons and the deep hum of hooded hair dryers were familiar sounds throughout my childhood. I'd regularly accompany my mother on her bi-weekly visit to the hair salon, each trip leaving me transfixed by the seemingly endless array of hairstyles that filled the salon posters on the […]
Seydou (Seydou Sarr, in gray) crosses the desert in Io Capitano. Greta De Lazzaris/Cohen Media Group One of the interesting things about this year's Academy Awards race for best international feature is that in three of the five nominated movies, the filmmakers are working in cultures and languages different from their own. In Perfect Days, the German director Wim Wenders tells a gently whimsical story of a man cleaning public […]
SZA, one of the most impactful voices in R&B today, has once again captured the attention of both fans and critics with her latest single, "Saturn." This release comes on the heels of her significant achievements at the 66th Grammy Awards, where she was the most-nominated artist of the year and took home three prestigious awards. SZA's "SOS" album, which features hits like "Snooze" and "Kill Bill," won Best Progressive […]
Rachaad Howard and Tiffany Miller, photo by Johnny Miller In a recent Milwaukee Business Journal article, reporter Linda Price spoke with founders Tiffany Miller and Rachaad Howard about their latest venture, Fruition MKE, which is set to become a cornerstone of the Concordia 27 project. This innovative space is not just a café; it's a beacon for community engagement and creativity, aiming to open its welcoming doors before early June. […]
photo via Beyonce.com In the ever-evolving tapestry of country music, Beyoncé's latest triumphs have spotlighted the genre's embrace of diversity and the profound influence of Black female artists. Beyoncé's chart-topping single "Texas Hold ’Em" has etched her name as the first Black woman to secure the top position on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. This groundbreaking achievement underscores the shifting dynamics within the country's music industry. Her concurrent release, […]
I recently sat down with director Kristian Hill and producer Jennifer Washington to discuss their eye-opening new documentary, God Said Give ‘Em Drum Machines. The film chronicles the origins of techno music in Detroit and the collective of black artists who invented this now-celebrated electronic dance music genre, only to never receive proper recognition. Starring legendary figures like Juan Atkins, Derrick May, Kevin Saunderson, Eddie Fowlkes, and more, God Said […]
The stage is set at The Mann in Fairmount Park for an unparalleled assembly of artists at 2024 Roots Picnic. The revered two-day festival, proudly presented by The Roots and Live Nation Urban, is set to weave an intricate tapestry of sonic excellence on June 1-2. This year, the festival honors the cultural significance of Philly and beyond by hosting a roster steeped in diversity and influence. The full lineup […]
Credit: Photo: Estefania Mitre/NPR "When did your heart break?" It's the question that Camae Ayewa asks to open this Tiny Desk, and one that's still rattling in my head. That soul puncture is an essential piece of Irreversible Entanglements, a free jazz band rooted in punk ethos. Individually, these folks have made some of the most creative and challenging music of the past decade: Ayewa's ever-evolving project Moor Mother, trumpeter […]
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