(ThyBlackMan.com) When reflecting on the legacy of Southern soul and blues-infused R&B, Marvin Sease stands out as a figure both revered and controversial. Known for his unapologetically adult themes, Sease carved a unique lane outside the mainstream while amassing a devoted following across the Southern United States and beyond. While ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Major Harris may not have achieved the household name status of his contemporaries, but his influence on soul and R&B music is unmistakable. As a solo artist and as a member of the legendary Delfonics, Harris delivered a brand of smooth, emotionally intelligent music that spoke directly to matters ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) It is discerning and disturbing to witness young men and women wearing Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) uniforms faces covered descending on playgrounds, slithering into classrooms and institutions of faith with guns and tasers drawn. Interrogating children as to where they were born and where their parents were born. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The pain that millions of Americans will feel from the Republicans’ megabill is real. It may take time for the reality and pain of the new domestic policy to hit, but it will eventually come, and it will not be pleasant. Part of the current pain is knowing that the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Keke Wyatt is one of the most vocally gifted artists in contemporary R&B, yet she often flies under the radar when conversations center around the genre’s most celebrated voices. Known for her remarkable range, emotional intensity, and seamless blend of gospel, soul, and modern R&B, Wyatt has cultivated a ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When the conversation turns to the giants of the tenor saxophone, Hank Mobley’s name doesn’t always come up first — but it should. Sometimes dubbed “the middleweight champion of the tenor sax,” Mobley carved out his place not with the explosive power of Coltrane or the breathy romanticism of ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Within the space of twenty-four hours L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and the L.A. County Board of Supervisors announced a package of aid and support programs for immigrants and immigrant rights groups. The funding for the programs will come from public and private sources. The move by Bass and the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) God is puzzling, and the wise knows it, for He puzzles them day by day. Fools find God puzzling too, for although they benefit from his providence every day, yet they say in their hearts that He does not exist. Believers find God puzzling too, not in the ways ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When music lovers talk about the golden age of soul, Ben E. King’s name inevitably comes up — and for good reason. Best known for “Stand By Me,” King was more than just one immortal hit. His voice carried the warmth and quiet strength that defined an entire generation ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) As we move and make our way through the troubled, treacherous and trap-laden waters of our time, we, as a people, are morally compelled to deal deliberately and decisively with the many critical issues that confront us and call us to action. We speak here of the ethical imperative ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) President Donald Trump continually blasts the Federal Reserve, chaired by Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates facilitating what is called, “a cheap money economy.” When Mr. Trump calls for lower interest rates, he is asking for cheap money. Naturally, when the Federal Reserve raises or lowers interest rates, it affects ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When you think about soul and funk legends of the ‘70s and ‘80s, certain names dominate the headlines — but true music lovers know Carl Carlton belongs firmly in that conversation. His voice, brimming with warmth and swagger, helped shape an era defined by unforgettable grooves, heartfelt ballads, and ...