Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show at Super Bowl LIX was a powerful message about the treatment of Black Americans, using metaphors from PlayStation video games and the American flag, to critique the government and the history of slavery.
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FLO’s Rise to Fame: Redefining Girl Power in Modern R&B
FLO, a London-born girl group, is redefining the narrative in the music industry by blending the golden era of 90s R&B with modern-day flair, and their performance at Coachella last year marked a milestone, solidifying their place not just as rising stars but as a movement.
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SZA and Keke Palmer in “One of Them Days” Makes This Film a Standout in the Duo-Driven Film Genre
One of Them Days, featuring SZA’s acting debut, has the potential to outshine Wicked in terms of cultural impact due to its authentic portrayal of Black female friendship and its natural chemistry between SZA and Keke Palmer.
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South Dallas Cultural Center Levels the Playing Field, Opens Doors to Artists with Free Studio Time
The South Dallas Cultural Center is offering free recording studio time to residents, providing young artists with the tools and resources they need to succeed in the music industry and fostering a sense of community and creativity within the neighborhood.
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Dallas ‘Maverick’ Jess Garland is Reborn with New Single & Aurora Film Debut Second Single “I Tried (Live Again)”
Jess Garland’s second single “I Tried (Live Again)” is a testament to her transformational journey from a challenging time in her life to becoming a self-employed artist, and she is also a winner of the “Maverick, Can Do Spirit” Award in Arts and Entertainment.
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Diddy’s Twins Highlight Students With Jailed Parents
by Quintessa Williams of Word In Black News As Sean “Diddy” Combs, who was recently arrested and charged with sex trafficking and racketeering, sits in federal custody awaiting trial, his three […]
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Biggest Fundraiser to Be Co-Chaired by Power Couple Laura Harris-Means and Patrick Means
Laura Harris-Means and Patrick Means are serving as Co-Chairs of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s biggest fundraising event of the year, the Symphony Gala, to raise awareness and support for the organization’s educational programs and initiatives.
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Jazz Prodigy Roy Hargrove’s Legacy Lives on Through His Music
Roy Hargrove, a prodigious jazz musician from Dallas, became a legend in the 1980s, impressing audiences with his mature style and challenging performances, while his mentor, Dean Hill, guided him on his journey to becoming one of the most talented musicians of his time.
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Little Inez Gets Big Voice: Kaila Symone Crowder on Hairspray and Broadway Debut
Kaila Symone Crowder, a bright new face on the theater scene, has taken on the role of Little Inez in the Broadway musical Hairspray, embodying the spirit of boldness and perseverance that the character represents.
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The 16th Annual Roots Picnic demonstrates that with time, the formula has been perfected.
The Roots Picnic in Philadelphia attracted 60,000 people from across the country for a two-day celebration of nostalgic music, featuring performances from legends like Babyface and The Dream, and featuring a diverse lineup of artists from the ’90s and early 2000s.