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Life
10 Black Artists Who Were Also Songwriters for Other Artists
ANAHEIM, CA - JANUARY 14: Recording artist Brenda Russell attends the 2011 NAMM Show - Day 3 at the Anaheim Convention Center on January 14, 2011 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images for NAMM)It is said that when one rises, one should always reach back and help another. [...]
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Top 10 Black Singers Who Pioneered New Musical Styles (video)
Explore the legacy of pioneering Black singers who transformed music with their unique styles and profound influence on the industry. Watch now.
Life
Top 10 Undeniable Best Black Speakers of All Time
Written By Kevin Ross and Darryl LittletonThroughout history oration has moved the masses more than anything else. The use of language coupled with persuasive rhythms and vocal dynamics can elevate standard messages to rousing calls to action. This places paramount importance on the messenger. When a master of linguistics and human emotions steps up to the speaker’s stand it can be aptly compared to a consummate musician performing a difficult piece reserved only for the truly proficient. [...]
Love
Top 10 Celebrity Romances That Show That Black Love Is Alive And Strong
10 Celebrity Romances The Show The Black Love is Alive and StrongBy: Princess DominikoThe term “black love” has gained traction in the past few years, due to the increasing desire for black people to not only date within their race but to truly and deeply love their blackness. [...]
Life
10 Brilliant Things About Dave Chappelle
(Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)The Brilliance of Dave ChappelleSome call him the GOAT (including himself). Others label him the voice of his generation. He’s been called polarizing, divisive, transphobic, racist and cancelled. However, the appellation fans of comedy use most often is brilliant. That is a lofty and historically dangerous moniker for a stand-up comedian. [...]
Life
10 Black Rappers Who Should Have Been Bigger Stars
The genres of Hip-Hop and Rap are filled with some of the world’s most talented, influential and successful lyricists. Names such as Jay-Z, Nas, Lil’ Wayne, Drake, and many others have gone on to break records and sell countless amounts of hits, making them some of the biggest names in music. Although names such as Jay-z and Lil’ Wayne sustained their success, others faded away just like the way they emerged onto the scene. [...]