By AFRO Staff Music mogul Clarence Avant also known as “The Black Godfather” passed at 92 years old. The star maker who worked with the likes of Bill Withers, Michael Jackson and Muhammad Ali inspired thousands across the span of his lifetime. “Clarence leaves behind a loving family and a sea of friends and associates […]
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Black on Broadway: a look at the African-American creatives bringing Black stories to the ‘Great White Way’
By AFRO Staff The year is 1992 and Michael Jackson (MJ) is on the precipice of shocking the world with his Dangerous Tour— that’s if he can get it off the ground. From financial woes to childhood trauma, a myriad of challenges face the global pop star as he tries to mount the show that […]
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Baltimore artists discuss Hip-Hop on the genre’s 50th anniversary
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer Aug.11 marks the official 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop. In 50 years it has grown from a genre of music to a culture that has impacted the world. Although Hip-Hop was started in the Bronx, N.Y., artists around the world have contributed to the genre, resulting in a wide array […]
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Tory Lanez gets 10 years in prison for shooting Megan Thee Stallion
By ANDREW DALTON, AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge sentenced rapper Tory Lanez to 10 years in prison Tuesday for shooting and wounding hip-hop superstar Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, bringing a conclusion to a three-year legal and cultural saga that saw two careers, and lives, thrown into turmoil. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge David Herriford handed […]
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Artscape 2023 returns to Baltimore after three year hiatus
By AFRO Staff World renowned artist Kelly Rowland will take to the Artscape 2023 stage next month as headliner for the first day of the event, taking place Sept. 22 to Sept.24. Baltimore City officials announced a star-studded line up on Aug. 7 that will include the Grammy Award winner and other major artists like […]
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Black students at remote colleges still need hair products — enter a vending machine
Attending colleges ‘in the middle of nowhere’ can present a struggle for Black students who need hair care products. (Black PR Wire) – When Rahya Kelley isn’t attending classes or practicing with her cheerleading squad at Olivet College, she styles the hair of Black students on campus. But it can be tough for Kelley to […]
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs aspires to create new Black Wall Street through online marketplace
By The Associated Press Sean “Diddy” Combs wants to strengthen the Black dollar: the music mogul is spearheading a new online marketplace called Empower Global that will specifically feature Black-owned businesses. “I want to create our own Black Wall Street,” Combs told the Associated Press about his e-commerce platform, which launched in July. He feels […]
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Celebrating culture and flavor: the Jollof Festival returns to D.C. on Aug. 6
By Askya Alexander, Special to the AFRO A diverse tapestry of communities coalesce in the nation’s capital. In the midst of this vibrant cultural diaspora lies an incredible array of foods, traditions and delights from all corners of the world. On Aug. 6, the city’s long-standing tradition of fostering multicultural fellowship will prove no different […]
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Reginald F. Lewis Museum exhibit highlights Afro-futurism movement
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com The Reginald F. Lewis Museum currently has their “Afro-Futurist Manifesto: Blackness Reimagined” exhibit on display. The multi-medium art display is highlighting the idea of Afro-futurism and the many pioneers who have helped shape the ever growing subculture. Afro-futurism is dynamic and isn’t easily defined; however, its inability to […]
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Reginald F. Lewis Museum exhibit highlights Afro-futurism movement
By Aria BrentAFRO Staff Writerabrent@afro.com The Reginald F. Lewis Museum currently has their “Afro-Futurist Manifesto: Blackness Reimagined” exhibit on display. The multi-medium art display is highlighting the idea of Afro-futurism and the many pioneers who have helped shape the ever growing subculture. Afro-futurism is dynamic and isn’t easily defined; however, its inability to be limited […]
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Lake Arbor Jazz Festival returns for thirteenth year
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com The Prince George’s Cultural Art Foundation (PGCAF) held the 13th annual Lake Arbor Jazz Festival from July 12-16. The multi-day series of events included festivities at multiple venues and a wide range of activities for this year’s attendees. The festival was filled with much more than great jazz […]
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Jamie Foxx thanks fans for support in an Instagram message
By Ken Miller. The Associated Press Academy Award winning actor, singer and comedian Jamie Foxx said in an Instagram video that he is recovering from an undisclosed medical condition and thanked well-wishers for their support. “I went to hell and back, and my road to recovery has some potholes as well, but I’m coming back,” […]