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The hip-hop world is mourning the loss of Rico Wade, a pioneering producer and key member of the legendary Organized Noize production team. Wade, who passed away at the age of 52, leaves an immeasurable legacy as one of the architects of Atlanta's distinctive rap sound and a visionary who helped shape the course of the genre. The Birth of a Partnership: Rico Wade and OutKast Rico Wade's impact on […]
A sign seeking job applicants is seen in the window of a restaurant in Miami, Florida, on May 5, 2023. Joe Raedle/Getty Images Twenty years ago, two economists responded to a slew of help-wanted ads in Boston and Chicago newspapers using a set of fictitious names to test for racial bias in the job market. The watershed study found that applicants with names suggesting they were white got 50% more […]
Photo Credit: Brandon Cowans Milwaukee's rap scene has long been underappreciated, thriving in the shadows of more prominent metropolitan heavyweights, but not for long. At the forefront of this burgeoning movement stands Myaap, a rising star whose latest single, "Actin Up," featuring Chicken P, showcases her infectious energy. Fresh off the second leg of Veeze's Ganger Tour and the release of her EP "BIG MYAAP, NOT THE LIL ONE," The […]
SistaStrings, photo credit: Hanna Hanseroth In country music, where Black voices have long been underrepresented, songwriter Alice Randall's latest project, "My Black Country - The Songs of Alice Randall," is a beacon of change. The album, released alongside Randall's memoir of the same name, celebrates the Black roots and ongoing influence in the genre while showcasing the immense talent of contemporary Black female artists. Among the standout tracks is "Girls […]
HYFIN remains committed to celebrating the diversity of Black music where no box can contain it. This week's must-listen new albums exemplify the remarkable range of talent and ingenuity within the Black music community. From the pioneering electronic soundscapes of Nia Archives to the poignant tributes honoring iconic artists like Sun Ra and Alice Randall, these releases showcase Black musicians' enduring impact across a broad spectrum of genres. New albums […]
Image generated with Midjourney During Black Maternal Health Week 2024, U.S. News & World Report honored a single hospital in Wisconsin for its dedication to supporting Black maternal health - Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. The recognition highlights the facility's efforts in providing high-quality care and addressing disparities in maternal health outcomes for Black women, especially crucial given Wisconsin's persistent challenges in this area. Wisconsin has consistently ranked among the […]
J. Cole and Drake perform during the 2023 edition of Cole's Dreamville festival in Raleigh, N.C., last April. Their collaborative track "First Person Shooter" recently touched off a war of words with fellow MC Kendrick Lamar. Astrida Valigorsky/WireImage/Getty Images In 2016, then-President Barack Obama weighed in on an issue of utmost national importance: Who would win in a rap battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake? "Gotta go with Kendrick," he […]
The District of Wisconsin branch of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African American men, will host its 92nd Midwestern Regional Convention in Milwaukee from Thursday, April 11th to Saturday, April 13th, 2024. The convention, expected to draw over 1,200 attendees, will feature various events, with select activities open to the public. Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha, encourages […]
Newport Jazz Festival announces 2024 lineup The Newport Jazz Festival, a pillar of the American music scene, is set to commemorate its 70th anniversary with an impressive array of talent across various genres. This year's event, curated in collaboration with Artistic Director Christian McBride, will take place from August 2-4 at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island. Iconic artists such as André 3000, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Kamasi […]
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