(ThyBlackMan.com) The Vatican knew exactly what it was doing when Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected to replace the late Pope Francis. It gave the world a social justice warrior who would not be silent and would agitate the MAGA world. The first American-born pontiff also knew what he was ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s something timeless about a Nas record. The moment that beat drops and his voice cuts through the track, you know you’re not just listening — you’re entering a world. His flow rides like jazz, his lyrics hit like gospel, and the message? Always deeper than the surface. Nas ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Are you prepared? Prepared for what you ask? The inevitable of course! Understanding what is inevitable (an unavoidable thing that is certain to happen), will help us address what it is we all have to deal with – Challenges! Challenges are a part of life. There is no escaping ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Much ado has been made of the first one hundred days of Donald Trump’s second term. What exactly have we learned, if anything, and what can we extrapolate from these first few months of the Trump administration? First, we see Trump is much more active writing Executive Orders, governing by ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When you talk about legends in the rap game, Jay-Z isn’t just in the conversation—he’s the blueprint. From corner hustler to corporate boss, Hov has moved through the culture like a chess master, always three steps ahead. His pen? Sharp. His flow? Effortless. And his catalog? Deep enough to ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) As the undisputed “Empress of the Blues,” Bessie Smith’s voice is a cornerstone of American music history. Her raw emotion, unwavering strength, and uncompromising style helped shape blues music as a genre and paved the way for generations of artists who followed. Though she recorded primarily in the 1920s ...
Alexis Herman, Trailblazing First Black U.S. Labor Secretary and Delta Sigma Theta Icon, Dies at 77.
(ThyBlackMan.com) May we take a moment to mourn the transition of the Honorable Alexis Margaret Herman (1946-2025), the first African American woman who served our nation as Secretary of Labor. Nominated by President Bill Clinton, her confirmation was no easy feat. During her hearings, members of our sorority, Delta Sigma ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When people talk about Beyoncé, the conversation usually starts with the hits—those global anthems like “Crazy in Love,” “Single Ladies,” and “Formation” that changed pop music forever. But as someone who’s spent years digging deep into her catalog, I can tell you the real magic happens between the singles. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Few artists in modern music embody the spirit of innovation quite like Herbie Hancock. From his formative years with Miles Davis to his own trailblazing solo career, Hancock has consistently pushed the boundaries of jazz, blending tradition with bold experimentation. His discography spans decades, yet it remains remarkably cohesive—united ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When you talk about vocalists who truly understood the heart of R&B, Glenn Jones deserves a seat at the table. His voice—clear, expressive, and soul-drenched—has long been one of the genre’s hidden treasures. While he may not have reached the commercial heights of some of his contemporaries, what Glenn ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) You never really hear Sonny Rollins for the first time—you feel him. Maybe it’s in the way his saxophone dances like it’s got something to say, or maybe it’s that unmistakable tone—bold as brass, but warm as an old friend’s voice. For me, it started with “Doxy” one summer ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) If you’ve ever found yourself swaying to a gospel melody or air-guitaring to a gritty rock riff, you might owe a quiet nod of thanks to Sister Rosetta Tharpe. She’s not just a name buried in music history — she’s the unsung architect of it all. Long before guitar ...