(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 ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The first time I heard Jimmy Ruffin sing, it stopped me in my tracks. His voice didn’t just carry a melody—it carried a lifetime of emotions. There was something so honest, so soul-baring about his delivery that it felt like he was speaking directly to whatever part of you ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) If you grew up on real R&B—songs that made you feel something deep in your chest—then Jaheim is a name that likely sits somewhere close to your heart. When he first hit the scene, there was something raw and honest about his voice. It wasn’t overly polished or commercial—it ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) With all the insane things going on since Trump has been back in office, Tyler Perry came up with a film that will make you proud. It certainly makes every Black woman proud. The movie is called Six Triple Eight, starring Kerry Washington. I saw it on Netflix a few days ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) In a heartbreaking twist to the death of beloved Atlanta rapper Young Scooter, authorities have made a stunning arrest. On April 1st, the Atlanta Police Department announced that Demetria Spence, 31, has been arrested and charged with transmitting a false public alarm—a charge now at the center of the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Sixty years ago, on Sunday, March 7, 1965, John Lewis and the Rev. Hosea Williams set out on a nonviolent march with a group of 600 men, women, young people and children headed from Selma, Alabama, to the state capital in Montgomery. They were seeking the right to vote ...
(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 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) Few artists in hip-hop have embodied the spirit of Black history and culture as masterfully as Kendrick Lamar. Through intricate lyricism, powerful storytelling, and unflinching honesty, Kendrick’s music serves as a modern-day Black history book, detailing the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of the Black community. In 2025, when conversations ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Kendrick Lamar’s artistic dominance continues to break barriers, and now he can add another impressive accolade to his already legendary career. According to newly released statistics, the Compton-born rapper’s Super Bowl halftime performance on February 9 has become the most-watched in history, drawing in a staggering 133.5 million viewers. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) In high school, in my U.S. History classes (which we were required to take each year from 10th to 12th grade), three major topics seemed to dominate coverage in the subject: wars, slavery, and taxes and tariffs. I would contribute my interest in studying history to my classes on ...