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    Discovering her past: Element uncovers her roots through African Ancestry DNA testing Tarik Moody

Stevie Wonder to Perform at Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum
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Stevie Wonder to perform in Milwaukee this october, shares new song

Stevie Wonder, the 25-time Grammy Award-winning musician, is scheduled to perform at Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum on Thursday, October 24, 2024. This concert is part of his "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart" tour, which includes ten cities across the United States. The tour, produced by Wonder Productions and promoted by AEG Presents in partnership with Free Lunch, begins on October 8 in Pittsburgh and concludes on […]

todaySeptember 19, 2024

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HYFIN Verified - Infinity Song, Chuck Strangers, Seafood Sam, Halina
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    Polish Jazz (feat. Joey Bada$$)

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      Polish Jazz (feat. Joey Bada$$) Chuck Strangers

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    Awaken

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      Slow Burn Infinity Song

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    Pearly Gates Playlist (Clean)

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      Pearly Gates Playlist (Clean) Seafood Sam

Your Old Droog discusses cultural identity in hip-hop landscape
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Your Old Droog discusses cultural identity in hip-hop landscape

by Tarik Moody
September 9, 2024
From Injury Reserve to solo act, RiTchie’s musical evolution
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From Injury Reserve to solo act, RiTchie’s musical evolution

by Element Everest-Blanks
August 15, 2024
Rising stars Chapel Hart discusses family, music, and country roots
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Rising stars Chapel Hart discusses family, music, and country roots

by Element Everest-Blanks
July 19, 2024

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Kendrick Lamar takes the West Coast off standby
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Kendrick Lamar takes the West Coast off standby

Kendrick Lamar performs during "The Pop Out — Ken & Friends," his June 19 concert event at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, Calif. Timothy Norris/Getty Images for pgLang, Amazon/Getty Images North America When Kendrick Lamar released Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers in 2022, he was jittery with agitation. There were many reasons within the songs for him to be anxious, which spend hard-earned therapy hours working through trauma, but he seemed most perplexed by those outside of his process […]

todayJune 21, 2024

In light of several recent incidents involving alleged racial discrimination toward its passengers, American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says he is taking immediate action to “rebuild trust” within the company. Here, Isom speaks at a news conference in Seattle on Feb. 13, 2020 about the company's new partnership with Alaska Airlines. Elaine Thompson/AP
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American Airlines CEO aims to ‘rebuild trust’ after Black men removed from flight

In light of several recent incidents involving alleged racial discrimination toward its passengers, American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says he is taking immediate action to “rebuild trust” within the company. Here, Isom speaks at a news conference in Seattle on Feb. 13, 2020 about the company's new partnership with Alaska Airlines. Elaine Thompson/AP In light of several recent incidents involving alleged racial discrimination toward its passengers, American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says he is taking immediate action to “rebuild trust” […]

todayJune 21, 2024

6 must-listen new albums: Kehlani, Your Old Droog, Catpack & more
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6 must-listen new albums: Kehlani, Your Old Droog, Catpack & more

Here is this week's HYFIN's must-listen new album releases. Kehlani returns with Crash, their fourth studio album that blends various musical styles and showcases collaborations with Jill Scott, Young Miko, and Omah Lay, marking a vibrant shift from their previous work. The collaborative effort A Dog’s Chance brings together the talents of Polo Perks <3 <3 <3, AyooLii, and Feardorian, offering a dynamic mix of rap and hip-hop. Swim Surreal and Zero 7 present In The Half Light, combining Swim […]

todayJune 21, 2024

Greater Milwaukee Foundation launches small business loan program
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Greater Milwaukee Foundation launches small business loan program

ThriveOn Collaboration Building on King Drive The Greater Milwaukee Foundation has announced an impactful initiative to bolster small businesses in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties. This year, the Foundation will provide up to $1 million in low-interest loans through the ThriveOn Small Business Loans program, a significant expansion from its previous successes. Small business owners facing rising costs and limited access to capital can now apply for loans of up to $75,000 at a fixed interest rate of 2%, […]

todayJune 18, 2024

Northwestern Mutual awards $500k to Milwaukee HBCU scholars
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Northwestern Mutual awards $500k to Milwaukee HBCU scholars

Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services company, has announced the second cohort of its Hometown HBCU Connection Scholarship recipients, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Milwaukee-area students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This initiative is part of a broader pledge to invest over $500,000 in scholarships over the next five years, benefiting 36 students. In Milwaukee, where Northwestern Mutual has operated for 167 years, only nine percent of students will earn high school and college diplomas, and only 14% […]

todayJune 17, 2024

Black culture speaks loudly at 2024 James Beard Awards
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Black culture speaks loudly at 2024 James Beard Awards

Rae Johnson & Chef Nyesha Arrington “This is a very special night and something that we’re proud of, we’re here to celebrate our success.” Words from James Beard Award winner Marcus Samuelsson, an Ethiopian-born Swedish-American, restaurateur, and author. Known as the Oscars of the food world, the James Beard Awards are among the nation’s most prestigious culinary and food media honors. The James Beard Foundation (JBF), the nonprofit organization that hosts the James Beard Awards, has focused on strengthening and […]

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Discover HYFIN's top 10 must-listen albums for June 14, 2024, featuring Normani, Fana Hues, Raveena, PJ Morton, Don Toliver, Lalah Hathaway, Fr1th, Art Ensemble of Chicago, and Chicken P.
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10 must-listen new albums: Normani, Fan hues, Chicken P & more

As summer begins to heat up, HYFIN is excited to present nine must-listen albums for Friday, June 14, 2024. The Milwaukee rising rap scene leader, Chicken P dropped his new EP "4evalit." Normani's debut album "Dopamine" offers electrifying R&B and pop anthems, while Fana Hues' "Moth" delves into soulful introspection. Raveena enchants with "Where the Butterflies Go in the Rain," blending R&B, pop, and jazz. PJ Morton's "Cape Town To Cairo" celebrates African music's influence on American genres, and Don […]

todayJune 14, 2024

‘It Was All a Dream’ shows the work of a nascent rap feminist
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‘It Was All a Dream’ shows the work of a nascent rap feminist

For most of the film, hampton is a grinning, tomboy femme fly on the wall. She’s much more in documentarian mode than interviewer. Courtesy of the artist History is never really linear, no matter how nicely it’s packaged. It Was All A Dream, a new documentary by dream hampton, is a collection of archival footage from the famed filmmaker’s early days covering hip-hop. This unearthed material, found in hampton’s home decades later, shows how complicated the gleam of rap's golden […]

todayJune 13, 2024

Nipsey Hussle business grant $100K pitch contest announced
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Nipsey Hussle business grant $100K pitch contest announced

In an enduring testament to his legacy, Nipsey Hussle is posthumously contributing to entrepreneurial growth through the Nipsey Hussle Business Grant: $100,000 Invest Fest Pitch Competition. Partnered with Earn Your Leisure (EYL), this initiative will debut at the third annual Invest Fest, a pivotal event for entrepreneurs and business aficionados. Nipsey Hussle: A Legacy of Empowerment Born Ermias Joseph Asghedom, Nipsey Hussle was a renowned rapper, entrepreneur, and community activist whose life was tragically cut short in 2019. Hussle's legacy […]

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Tems remakes R&B in her image with ‘Born in the Wild’: 'I really want to feel it in my chest!'
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Tems remakes R&B in her image with ‘Born in the Wild’: ‘I really want to feel it in my chest!’

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todayJune 10, 2024

6 must-listen new albums from Tems, Kaytranada, J.P. NxWorries, Actress, Nduduzo Makhathini
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6 must-listen new albums from Tems, Kaytranada, J.P. and more

HYFIN has curated a list of six essential new albums that came out today, June 7, 2024. The artists highlighted include Tems, Kaytranada, Actress, J.P., NxWorries, and Nduduzo Makhathini, featuring works from various genres and cultural backgrounds. Below is an in-depth look at these remarkable albums and each artist's unique contributions. Tems - Born in the Wild Tems, the Nigerian singer-songwriter, makes a powerful debut with her studio album "Born in the Wild." Known for her soulful voice and evocative […]

todayJune 7, 2024

Tierra Whack: Tiny Desk Concert
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Tierra Whack: Tiny Desk Concert

This Black Music Month, Tiny Desk is giving the ladies their flowers. We’re releasing nine Tiny Desk concerts from Black women artists, from veterans who’ve paved the way for what we hear today in Black music, to those who are carving out their own paths. Before we start, a warning, this concert includes a song about suicide. Tierra Whack and her band she dubbed "The Big Backs" might go down as having one of the best Tiny Desks in history. […]

todayJune 7, 2024

The story behind King Willonius and his AI hit, BBL Drizzy
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The story behind King Willonius and his AI hit, BBL Drizzy

In a recent interview, King Willonius, a multifaceted comedian and tech enthusiast, shared his journey from childhood inspirations to groundbreaking intersections of comedy and artificial intelligence (AI). Known for his innovative project BBL Drizzy, an AI-generated song that became a viral sensation, his story is one of relentless creativity, perseverance, and the seamless merging of humor with cutting-edge technology. Early Inspirations and Comedy Beginnings King Willonius discovered his comedic talent at a young age, drawing inspiration from making his parents […]

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Tens brings afrobeats to NPR Tiny Desk
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Tems: Tiny Desk Concert

Credit: Photo: Estefania Mitre This Black Music Month, Tiny Desk is giving the ladies their flowers. We’re releasing nine Tiny Desk concerts from Black women artists, from veterans who’ve paved the way for what we hear today in Black music, to those who are carving out their own paths. To hear Tems tell the audience that she was shy came as a surprise to me. As a performer, she captivates us with such ease and exudes confidence when she’s not, […]

todayJune 3, 2024

TINy DESK celebrates Black Music Month with an all female lineup
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Tiny Desk celebrates Black Music Month with an all female lineup

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todayMay 31, 2024

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