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Black Music Month ‘String & Art Fest’ on the Deuces
ST. PETERSBURG - In celebration of Black Music Month, this Saturday, June 18, at 4 p.m. Echambliss.Artist presents the String & Art Fest, an afternoon featuring multi-instrumentalist Hiram Hazley and artwork with a musical theme by local artists. The event will be held at Seven C Music, 535 22nd
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Drunk Uncle Self Care: Debating Timeless Hip-Hop To Cope With Trauma
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Black Music Month Excellence: Celebrating 25 Years Of ‘Wu-Tang Forever’
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Usher Eats Up Latest ‘Tiny Desk Concert,’ Stuns Social Media With Angelic Vocals - The New York Beacon
Usher’s Thursday performance in the intimate Tiny Desk Concertseries byNPRleft the internet in shambles after he reminded everyone why he’s the king of R&B. The 43-year-old flaunted his Whitney Houston-caliber vocals and delivered an unforgettable performance of his greatest Grammy-winning hits
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June 19: 'Roberta Flack: The First Time Ever' TV Special Aired On This Date In 1973
By Victor Trammell Photo credits: Rhino Records In the early 1970s, singer, songwriter, and music producer Roberta Flack could arguably be declared one of the most bankable musicians of her time - if not the most bankable. Though her career had not yet spanned a full decade at the time
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10 Fictional Black Musicians We Love
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How Allay Earhart is Creating his Own Lane in the Music Industry - DW
“We ain’t from the same cloth, cuz I'm cut different,' stresses hip-hop artist and songwriter Allay Earhart in his single Different. After my chat with 25-year-old Earhart, this was proven to be true. He’s in a class of his own. Growing up in New Orleans, his love for music was influenced by his
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10 DJs That Helped Define Hip-Hop
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Tabitha Brown Set To Host The Food Network’s First Vegan Cooking Show ‘It’s CompliPlated’
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They’ve Got The Look: The Fashion Stylists Behind Black Music’s Biggest Voices • EBONY
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Lizzo records new version of 'GRRRLS' after people with disabilities, fans complain
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“We Will Never Forget”: Omarion, Lalah Hathaway and Kierra Sheard’s Tulsa Tribute Anthem Proceeds to Aid Reparations Campaign for Massacre Survivors and Descendants (WATCH)
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Recording Academy Announces New Members for 2021 Class • EBONY
Monday, the Recording Academy extended invitations to 2,710 new members. The 2021 class is comprised of a host of music professionals with varying backgrounds. The diversity amongst the new cohort is reflective of the Recording Academy's commitment to ensuring that its membership includes the
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STREAMED: Kendrick Lamar & Baby Keem Link Up For “The Hillbillies,” Latto Taps Cardi B For “Put It On Da Floor Again” & More
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June 17: After Leaving Motown, The Spinners Recorded “I’ll Be Around” On This Date In 1972
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AI-Generated Rapper Controversy Spotlights the Need for More Black People in Tech

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2Pride! Queen Latifah Recalls Spending NYE With 2Pac At A Gay Club
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2022 Emmy Awards winners list
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June 14: Renaldo 'Obie' Benson of 'The Four Tops' Was Born on This Date in 1936
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Black TikTok Music Creators to Support During the #BlackTikTokStrike • EBONY
Last month's Black Music Month was a major cultural touchpoint in our lives—especially during this past weekend’s BET Awards. The past 30 days have indeed been a marvel to witness. From watching talents such as Grace Victoria and Kaash Paige turn viral hits into Billboard chart numbers to seeing
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Diddy to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 2022 BET Awards - The New York Beacon
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June 12: Teddy Pendergrass Released His 1st Solo LP After Leaving the 'Blue Notes' On This Date in 1977
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