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The latest foray into movie making by nationally syndicated morning DJ Russ Parr is astounding. He wrote and directed his fifth movie entitled, The Under Shepherd. It's sure to have people, particularly those deep in the Black church, saying a…
One of the most respected symbols of a bygone era for African-Americans in the District is slated for rebirth. Howard Theatre will open with great fanfare after decades of neglect and decay almost led to the permanent demise of the…
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Written by Denise Rolark Barnes and Barrington M. Salmon, WI Staff Writers
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Written by Denise Rolark Barnes and Barrington M. Salmon, WI Staff Writers
"Radio, suckas never play me". The immortal words of Chuck D often come to my mind when I turn the radio on and scan up and down the dial looking for something to listen to, only to be treated to…
Items made by African Americans, made in the image of African Americans or about African Americans are considered black memorabilia whether these items are positive or negative. Many of the items we consider as black memorabilia reflect the way African…
For New York native Abdu Dandridge, who now calls Phoenix home, growing up was fun, but it was also dangerous. "I've buried a lot of friends," said Dandridge as he talked about his life in Brooklyn. He hopes his film…
An interview with veteran DJ, Rich Medina DJ, Producer and all around renaissance man, DJ Rich Medina (Richard Medina) has been rocking crowds from NYC to Japan with his unique blend of hip-hop, house, Afrobeat, funk and soul for nearly…
NEW YORK — Aretha Franklin has a lot more than her 70th birthday to celebrate: She's reuniting with one of her musical mentors, Clive Davis, for a new album. In an interview at her swanky birthday party on Saturday, Franklin…
LOS ANGELES – Whitney Houston was a chronic cocaine user who had the drug in her system when she drowned in a hotel bathtub, coroner's officials said Thursday after releasing autopsy findings that also noted heart disease contributed to her…
Honors Tap Dancers of the 20th Century at the Warner There is just no singular way to describe the wonder that is Savion Glover. Even before I spoke with him recently, when he called me at precisely 2:30 p.m., I…
Boxer Mike Tyson is set to premiere a six-night, one-man show to run next month at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth -- Live on Stage," was co-written and co-directed by Tyson's wife Kiki. Randy Johnson…
Congratulations are in order for Radio One's award-winning News and Community Affairs Director Sheila Stewart. The 25-year radio/TV/print media veteran is now anchoring the "morning news" on the syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show weekdays from 6 a.m. until 10 a.m.…
Even if you're the life of the party, making friends who share your enthusiasm for your hobbies is not always easy. Especially for those of us who have unusual interests. Baton twirling anybody? While not all hobbies will easily win…
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