(ThyBlackMan.com) Patti LaBelle is more than just a legendary singer—she is an icon who has paved the way for generations of female R&B artists. Her powerhouse vocals, emotional depth, and timeless music have influenced some of today’s biggest stars, including Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, and Jennifer Hudson. These artists often cite ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When discussing the most influential blues musicians of all time, Howlin’ Wolf stands in a league of his own. His raw, gravelly voice, commanding presence, and powerful delivery made him one of the most unforgettable figures in blues history. From deep, haunting howls to electrifying, foot-stomping anthems, Howlin’ Wolf’s ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Suppose that you’re walking down the street and you come to an intersection. There is a man standing there with his dog. You sidle up next to him and say, “Hey, nice dog!” Now suppose that the man looks at you, smirks, and says, “This isn’t a dog. It’s ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) If the Rorschach test was comprised of the American flag rather than inkblots, millions of people around the world likely would conjure mental images of military might and materiel: Apache helicopters, drones, and “jarheads” wielding M4s among said images. Our fighting forces remain the most respected (and feared) on ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Few artists have had as profound an impact on the evolution of rock and roll as Little Richard. With his commanding stage presence, virtuosic piano performances, and dynamic vocal delivery, he not only entertained audiences but also redefined the genre. Emerging in the 1950s, his groundbreaking sound transcended racial ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Few voices in music history have encapsulated love, passion, and romance quite like Lionel Richie. With a career spanning over five decades, Richie has crafted some of the most heartfelt ballads that continue to stand the test of time. His signature smooth vocals and poetic lyricism have made him ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) “If it were done when ’tis done, then ’twere well it were done quickly.” – William Shakespeare, “Macbeth” “Quickly” is the key word for Macbeth as he muses before the bloody murder of King Duncan of Scotland. He must do the deed with his dagger by night, while the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) They lay silent in their graves. Crosses and tombstones in tight formation proclaim their brief lives and their untimely deaths. They died in the service of their nation. Mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, other family members and friends accepted that those who died did not die in vain. The death ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Rihanna is more than just a global superstar—she’s a proud mother of two sons and deeply in love with their father, A$AP Rocky. Though she has taken a step back from releasing new music to focus on her family and business ventures, her influence remains stronger than ever. Her ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Can we talk about Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime performance for a bit? Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show stirred America’s cultural pot over the last two days. Naysayers’ opinions have run the gamut from “I didn’t get it” to “It was too Black for me,” a sure sign ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) African Americans have about $1.6 trillion in buying power. And we are the ultimate consumers, disproportionately spending on beauty and personal care, apparel and footwear, and entertainment and technology. There are reasons for all of this, many rooted in enslavement and exclusion, but the reasons really don’t matter. We ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Barry White’s music has long been the epitome of romance and seduction, and his iconic baritone voice remains one of the most revered sounds in music history. His deep, velvety voice made him a favorite for those who sought to set the mood for a night of passion, and ...