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Future & Metro Boomin bring 'We Trust You Tour' to Milwaukee
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Future & Metro Boomin bring ‘We Trust You Tour’ to Milwaukee

GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Future and GRAMMY®-nominated record producer Metro Boomin are scheduled to bring their 'We Trust You Tour' to Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum on Friday, August 2, 2024. The tour, presented by Cash App and Visa, will showcase the duo's recent collaborations and significant influence on hip-hop. Future and Metro Boomin have played a key role in shaping the sound and direction of hip-hop since 2013. Their latest collaborations, "WE […]

todayApril 16, 2024

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Chuck Strangers: A Journey of Growth and Introspection in Hip-Hop
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Chuck Strangers: A Journey of Growth and Introspection in Hip-Hop

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April 8, 2024
Rae Khalil: From Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow to Def Jam’s rising star
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Rae Khalil: From Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow to Def Jam’s rising star

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H31R challenges conventions, creates art that resonates deeply
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Future & Metro Boomin bring 'We Trust You Tour' to Milwaukee
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Future & Metro Boomin bring ‘We Trust You Tour’ to Milwaukee

GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Future and GRAMMY®-nominated record producer Metro Boomin are scheduled to bring their 'We Trust You Tour' to Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum on Friday, August 2, 2024. The tour, presented by Cash App and Visa, will showcase the duo's recent collaborations and significant influence on hip-hop. Future and Metro Boomin have played a key role in shaping the sound and direction of hip-hop since 2013. Their latest collaborations, "WE DON'T TRUST YOU" and "WE STILL DON'T TRUST YOU," have […]

todayApril 16, 2024

Faith Ringgold, quilt and visual artist, dies at 93
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Faith Ringgold, quilt and visual artist, dies at 93

Artist Faith Ringgold sits before her quilt "Tar Beach" in 1993. The artwork also inspired a children's book of the same name.Kathy Willens/AP Artist Faith Ringgold, well known for her story quilts depicting African American experiences, has died. She was 93. Her death was confirmed by her assistant Grace Matthews, who said Ringgold died at her home Saturday in Englewood, N.J. Ringgold also created paintings, sculptures, performance art and children's books. Her work focused on Black life, feminine life and the […]

todayApril 15, 2024

Nina Simone's "Four Women": A timeless anthem of Black women
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Nina Simone’s “Four Women”: A timeless anthem for Black women

In 1966, Nina Simone released "Four Women," a powerful song that gave voice to the experiences and struggles of Black women in America. The song profiles four distinct characters, each representing a different stereotype: Aunt Sarah, the maternal figure; Saffronia, the tragic mulatto; Sweet Thing, the sexualized object; and Peaches, the angry militant. Through these archetypes, Simone exposed how Black women have been dehumanized, exploited, and oppressed throughout history. More than half a century later, the impact of "Four Women" […]

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Comedian T.K. Kirkland on laughter, loss, and life lessons

On April 21, the iconic stand-up comedian TK Kirkland will grace the stage at Milwaukee's Turner Hall Ballroom as part of his highly anticipated "Catch Me If You Can" tour. Known as Hip Hop's Comedy King, Kirkland has entertained audiences for over 25 years with his unique brand of raw, uncensored humor and insightful perspectives on relationships and adult life. In an exclusive interview with HYFIN before his upcoming show, Kirkland shared his excitement about performing in Milwaukee for the […]

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Duke ends scholarship for Black students after SCOTUS ruling

Duke University has announced it will discontinue the Reginaldo Howard Memorial Scholarship Program, which provided full-ride scholarships to select Black students, in response to the Supreme Court's 2023 decision striking down race-based affirmative action in college admissions. The move reflects an emerging trend of universities ending race-based scholarship programs to align with the new legal landscape. Established in 1979, the Reginaldo Howard Scholarship covered full tuition, room and board for 15-20 Black students per year who demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, […]

todayApril 15, 2024

Remembering Rico Wade, the producer who shaped Atlanta's hip-hop culture
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Remembering Rico Wade, the producer who shaped Atlanta’s hip-hop culture

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 hip-hop is perhaps best exemplified by his work with OutKast, […]

todayApril 14, 2024

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White-sounding names get called back for jobs more than Black ones, a new study finds

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 callbacks from employers than those whose names indicated they were […]

todayApril 14, 2024

Milwaukee's Myaap returns with 'Actin Up' feat. Chicken P
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Milwaukee’s Myaap returns with ‘Actin Up’ feat. Chicken P

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 FADER praised her effortless ability to switch between melodic hooks […]

todayApril 12, 2024

Milwaukee’s SistaStrings releases new song on Alice Randall’s ‘My Black Country”
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Milwaukee’s SistaStrings shine on Alice Randall’s ‘My Black Country’

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 Ride Horses," performed by the Milwaukee natives SistaStrings. SistaStrings, comprised […]

todayApril 12, 2024

New albums from artists include Nia Archives, Shabaka, Meshell Ndegeocello, various artists paying homage to Alice Randall, Leyla McCalla, and the dynamic duo of Future and Metro Boomin.
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6 new Albums out Apr 12 include tributes to Sun Ra & Alice Randall

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 from artists include Nia Archives, Shabaka, Meshell Ndegeocello, various artists […]

todayApril 12, 2024

Wisconsin hospital recognized for Black maternal health efforts
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Wisconsin hospital recognized for Black maternal health efforts

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 worst states in the nation for racial disparities in infant […]

todayApril 11, 2024

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
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Can rap beef exist when no one agrees on what’s being fought for?

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 said. "I think Drake is an outstanding entertainer, but Kendrick, […]

todayApril 11, 2024

Alpha Phi Alpha's to host Step Show and after party in Milwaukee
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Alpha Phi Alpha’s to host Step Show and after party in Milwaukee

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 residents to attend public events and hopes they will bring […]

todayApril 11, 2024

Newport Jazz Festival announces 2024 lineup
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Newport Jazz Festival 2024: Andre 3000, Noname, Robert Glasper

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 Washington, and Elvis Costello are headlining the festival. These diverse […]

todayApril 10, 2024

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Tiny Desk Premiere: Yaya Bey

Credit: Photo: Zayrha Rodriguez Throughout an emotional, soul-stirring set, the multitudes of Yaya Bey's music and artistry are on full display in her Tiny Desk concert. The New York-bred singer-songwriter opens the show by paying homage to her Barbados roots: reggae-tinged grooves of "meet me in brooklyn" from her powerful 2022 album, Remember Your North Star, that flow seamlessly into "on the pisces moon" from 2023's Exodus The North Star. Our little corner can be a space for artists and […]

todayApril 10, 2024

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