Donna Summer Dies At 63.
(ThyBlackMan.com) On May 17th the world lost another iconic performer from the music industry. According to The Associated Press Summer died of cancer Thursday morning in Naples, Florida. Her family released a statement saying they “are at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy.” Donna Summer passed at the age of... [Read more...]
Is Brian Looking For A Comeback?
(ThyBlackMan.com) Brain McKnight is a sexy and talented balladeer that leaves some women grinning from ear to ear after hearing his melodic songs as he performs on stage. Since coming on the scene in 1992 with the release of his first self-titled album Brian McKnight, McKnight has recorded numerous other chart toppers. Brian McKnight is a multi-talented... [Read more...]
Rick Ross The Maybach Man.
(ThyBlackMan.com) Typically named ‘the best rapper over 200 pounds’ for his large girth, Rick Ross has recently transformed himself into a solid businessman. Musically, he’s always been talented. No, it’s not a wake up call. We’ve been entertained by Rick Ross for years now, starting in 2006 when he dropped his classic debut ‘Port of Miami’,... [Read more...]
Beyonce and The Limits of Beauty.
(ThyBlackMan.com) At 30-years-old, 15 years in the music industry, 16 Grammys and countless awards, accolades and starring roles in films later, Beyonce Knowles Carter is finally named “World’s Most Beautiful Woman” by People magazine. When I first learned of the title gifted to Beyonce I was nonplussed. It made sense. Kind of like when Halle... [Read more...]
Rapper Nelly Gives Back.
(ThyBlackMan.com) The rapper Nelly, is known to many for his hits such as Hot in Herre, Grillz and Dilemma. He is also known for his dedication to the community by helping others. Nelly hails from St. Louis, MO and became well known with his debut of Country Grammar in 2000. His last musical endeavor was the release of 5.0 in 2010. He is an international... [Read more...]
Rapper David Banner Talks about Trayvon Martin death, etc.
(ThyBlackMan.com) I love Rapper David Banner. Yes David Banner is not the only brilliant hip hop artist that we hear on the radio, but he is one of the few who is proud of his intelligence. Unlike brothers who fall for the temptation to mask their intelligence with counter-productive bo-jangling, David Banner boldly uses his platform to promote... [Read more...]
Fresh Prince to After Earth: Will Smith is the Man!
(ThyBlackMan.com) Will Smith is the consummate professional. The actor, rapper, producer, family man, and philanthropist is simply known as the Fresh Prince to Generation X. As a teenager I will never forget Will Smith as a rapper. He and DJ Jazzy Jeff were the cool kids back in the day. If we’re not bobbing your head to Parent’s Just Don’t... [Read more...]
Beyonce, Jay Z and Blue Ivy Carter a loving family.
(ThyBlackMan.com) I have never met Beyonce or Jay-Z so this entry here is off of just pure opinion and the things that I have witnessed over the years by watching this power couple. I remember back when I had just finished High School, rumors were swirling that Beyonce and Jay-Z were a couple. Back then that was just the craziest ish in the world.... [Read more...]
Kanye West Needs Therapy.
(ThyBlackMan.com) Okay, he is at it again. Kanye West even got the President to say some things about his off kilter rants and stunts that he has pulled over the past few years. I always believed that he would be bigger than Jay-Z, but I was wrong. Kanye West still has a lot of growing up to do. Sometimes, I sit and think, had his mother still been... [Read more...]
Jay Z is The Blueprint…
(ThyBlackMan.com) Jay-Z –aka- Shawn Carter is no stranger to the streets. He was raised in the projects and has transformed his life in to one of the most successful careers in entertainment. As a rapper, he has changed how the art form is performed and viewed in critic’s eyes. I will always remember when I first met him and Damon Dash. They were... [Read more...]
