(ThyBlackMan.com) Raiders Acquire Geno Smith in Blockbuster Trade with Seahawks… The Las Vegas Raiders have made a bold move at quarterback, acquiring Geno Smith in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks, a source confirmed to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. The trade reunites Smith with Pete Carroll, who coached him in Seattle ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) The music world mourns the passing of D’Wayne Wiggins, the founding member of Tony! Toni! Toné!, who shaped the sound of 1990s R&B with his distinctive guitar work and soulful production. At 64, his influence stretched beyond his own group, as he played a role in nurturing Destiny’s Child ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) D’Wayne Wiggins, a name synonymous with soulful melodies, classic R&B grooves, and the golden era of contemporary Black music, has passed away at the age of 64. His influence on the industry stretched far beyond his role as a founding member of the legendary group Tony! Toni! Toné!—Wiggins was ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) The music world is mourning the heartbreaking loss of D’Wayne Wiggins, founding member of Tony! Toni! Toné!, who passed away at the age of 64 after a courageous battle with cancer. A legendary musician, producer, and visionary, Wiggins left an indelible mark on R&B and soul, shaping the sound ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Wynton Marsalis is a name that carries weight in both jazz and classical music. A gifted trumpeter, composer, and educator, he has spent decades championing the art of jazz while pushing its boundaries. Whether he’s delivering fiery solos, leading the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, or teaching young musicians ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When discussing disco royalty, one name stands above the rest: Donna Summer. Dubbed the Queen of Disco, Summer revolutionized music in the late ’70s and beyond with her sultry vocals, hypnotic beats, and groundbreaking productions. Though she dominated the disco era, her influence extends well beyond those shimmering dance ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Roy Ayers, the vibraphonist, composer, and all-around musical genius, left an indelible mark on the world of jazz-funk, soul, and R&B. His music, with its hypnotic grooves and rich instrumentation, defined an era and transcended generations. Ayers’ impact didn’t stop at jazz-funk—his rhythms, melodies, and unmistakable style heavily influenced ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Hip-hop is a game of kings, and for over a decade, Drake sat at the throne. Whether people love him or hate him, the facts don’t lie—Drake has dominated the charts in ways no rapper before him ever did. There was a time when every summer anthem, every club ...