(ThyBlackMan.com) Because I lack a degree in psychology or pathology, I cannot speculate about the motives of the 47th President who, on March 4, embarked on a tariff war with our neighbors and closest allies, Mexico and Canada. But I can emphatically say that the 475 President’s actions will hurt American ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Few artists in the history of music have managed to combine soul, funk, R&B, and pop with the effortless brilliance of Chaka Khan. Known as the “Queen of Funk,” her career has spanned over five decades, beginning in the early 1970s as the lead vocalist of the funk band ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Though Bill Withers passed away in 2020, his music remains as powerful and relevant as ever. With his warm, rich voice and poignant songwriting, he captured human emotions in a way that still resonates with listeners today. Even though he stepped away from the music industry decades before his ...
(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) (**1/2) It’s real. It happened. Being in the wrong place at the wrong time has consequences. This is what went down. One night in Southern California, Long Ma (Hiep Tran Nghia), an elderly Vietnamese/American cab driver, is working a late-night shift and he picks up three passengers. They turn ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Democrat strategist James Carville advises his party to simply wait for President Donald Trump to fail: “I’m telling the Democrats, just sit there, play possum. Let them go, let them go, let them go. Poll numbers have declined, and the collapse is already underway. … Just let the ball ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The realities of our nation are harsh, but I truly hope young people, particularly those of color, are now watching and taking note. I understand the unfortunate realities we face. Despite the historic importance of the past presidential election, the reality of apathy is very real and dangerous. We have ...