(ThyBlackMan.com) Before Sam Cooke became a household name with hits like You Send Me and A Change Is Gonna Come, he was simply a young man with a velvet voice, raised on gospel, rooted in faith, and full of promise. This is the third time I’ve sat down to write ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There are certain voices in gospel music that don’t just sing to you—they sing through you. For me, Fred Hammond is one of those voices. His music has been a constant companion during some of my highest highs and lowest lows. Whether I was seeking comfort during a storm, ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) By all measures, Sauce Walka has carved a unique lane for himself in Southern rap. A flamboyant voice from Houston with a gritty delivery, distinct slang, and a penchant for diamonds and defiance, Sauce Walka (born Albert Walker Mondane) isn’t your average trap rapper. He’s the self-proclaimed leader of ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The hip hop community is once again mourning the loss of one of its own—this time, it’s Atlanta’s own Young Scooter, who tragically passed away on his 39th birthday. The news broke early this morning, with close friends and collaborators like Ralo and Playboi Carti posting heartfelt tributes on ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Chris Brown. Say what you want about him—but when it comes to talent, the man’s catalog runs deep. Over the years, I’ve found myself revisiting his songs more times than I care to admit. Whether it’s the club-ready hits that get stuck in your head for days or the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s something about Marvin Sapp’s music that hits different when life gets real. Whether you’re going through it, coming out of it, or just trying to hold on to faith in the middle of the mess, his songs feel like they were written just for you. They’re more than ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) If you’ve ever heard a Charlie Wilson song—really heard it—then you already know there’s something special about the way his voice hits your soul. It’s not just about the notes he sings, but the life and love packed into every word. From his funk-filled days with The Gap Band ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Let me tell you—Jennifer Hudson is one of those artists you don’t just listen to; you feel her. Whether she’s delivering a heart-wrenching ballad or flexing on an uptempo R&B groove, her voice is the kind that stops you in your tracks. From the moment she burst onto the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s just something about Shirley Murdock’s voice that hits you right in the soul. If you grew up on real R&B, gospel, or those emotional ballads that made you stop what you were doing and just listen, then you already know the kind of impact she’s had. Her songs ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When I first heard Minnie Riperton’s voice, it felt like hearing a lullaby from the heavens—sweet, soaring, and impossible to forget. Sure, most folks know her for “Lovin’ You,” but there’s so much more to her than just that one iconic whistle note. Minnie had a gift that reached ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s just something about Anthony Hamilton’s voice that hits different. Maybe it’s the grit in his tone, the way he drags a syllable like he’s pulling it straight from the soul. Or maybe it’s how his lyrics sound like pages ripped from someone’s journal—raw, honest, and deeply human. Either ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Let’s be honest—when it comes to blending rock, soul, funk, and pure cool, Lenny Kravitz has always had the juice. He’s the kind of artist who doesn’t just perform music—he embodies it. From the moment he dropped onto the scene in the late ’80s, Kravitz was doing his own ...