(ThyBlackMan.com) This Blog inspired by the song “Invisible” by Dove Hagan http://dovehagan.com/ This school year will be a year of emotional conflict, psychological torment and social withdrawal for students being bullied, harassed and tormented in the nation’s schools. Regression from friends, family and social interaction for youth struggling with being ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The dropout rate of high school students is critical, strategies are being developed, community involvement is sought to find solutions to stop the rise in high school dropout rates. Brittany Glover and Michelle McNealy, students from Edward Waters College attending the Educational Technology class of Pro. William Jackson had ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) As the energy builds at Andrew Robinson Elementary, students understand the importance of Monday, April 16th and the implications of the FCAT – Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test 2.0. This does not stop the energy and excitement of parents, teachers, support staff and administrators eager to show that the students are ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The ability to communicate as entrepreneurials is important because many variables come into play during the business day. Sharing information is now vital, understanding business resources and interpretation of data from various resources. Using technology has changed from an occasional use to an absolute necessity in the Web 2.0 ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) A Dialogue On The Fair Representation And Equitable Treatment of 16 – 24 year olds. “A child, like all other human beings, has inalienable rights” Lucretia Mott This historic dialogue was attended by several hundred youth of all ages, nationalities and cultures representing diversity throughout Jacksonville and Northeast Florida. ...
(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 ...
(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) 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 ...