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Though small in physical stature (5’7”) Al Haymon has been a giant in the worlds of sports and entertainment since the 1970s.  Born April 21, 1955 and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Haymon attended John Adams High School then studied economics at Harvard College.   There, he became active in cultural activities.  He’d promote Afro-American concerts and later obscure jazz artists.  He recruited and delegated and built his promotion business with the help of his mother, Emma Lou.   He later received his MBA at Harvard College. [...]

Top 10 Songs of Black History MonthBy: Princess DominikoBlack History Month, while one of the most pivotal holidays in our nation's calendar, as it celebrates a group of individuals that have suffered a continuous history of trauma, is one of the shortest months and is eclipsed by a number of other holidays, including Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day, and last, but certainly not least, Groundhog’s Day. While this holiday continues to be disregarded by our country, we, at BlackTop10s, choose to make it a focal point and celebrate it, by engaging in music that communicates pivotal ideas [...]

My name is Kevin Ross. Let me start by saying having a great idea is one thing. Implementation is another.This year, I've been...

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. [...]

The Power of Self-EsteemSelf-esteem is a very powerful trait, but unfortunately doesn't come easy. We all have experiences in our lives that limit us,...

My name is Kevin Ross, and I am a CEO. I have a site called Radio Facts. I became an entrepreneur many years ago.Black Top 10sis a music industry trade publication. In the process of doing an industry trade, I have created other businesses out of it like this one, Black Top 10s. The point is once you create a business, you can create another business from that business and so on. The sky is the limit.Photo by Good Faces on UnsplashI've been in business for 26 years now and I would not have it any other way. [...]

Everybody loves how it feels when the bass drops…but err’body ain’t able to make it happen. Here are ten of the greatest arbiters of low-end theory for your perusal.Stanley ClarkeAll hail the king from the streets of Philadelphia! Clarke is most responsible for bringing electric bass out of the background as a lead instrument, kicking out melodies and jaw-dropping solos - from the frenetic to the eloquent.His composition “School Days” is an all-time band jam classic. [...]

Black Top 10s Spotify Playlists Indie Musician SuggestionsThe Internet has made it more feasible for rising musicians and producers to put their work out there for the world to see. As a result, indie musicians, and specifically Black talent, have been making waves in the music industry, finding new audiences. [...]