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SF LGBT
fromMedium
1 month ago

SF Oasis brings back 'Fresh Prince'- and yes, there's a Carlton dance

Oasis's Fresh Prince of Bel-Air production captivates with nostalgia while spotlighting Black performers and cultural significance.
#hip-hop
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hip-hop and house revolutionized music and culture. Here's what they have in common

Hip-hop and house music, both originally marginalized, are now celebrated at the Grammys, highlighting their cultural significance and evolution in American music.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hip-hop and house revolutionized music and culture. Here's what they have in common

Hip-hop and house music, both originally marginalized, are now celebrated at the Grammys, highlighting their cultural significance and evolution in American music.
more#hip-hop
#contemporary-art
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
1 week ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - A Poet For Our Times: Rashid Johnson Wows at the Guggenheim

Rashid Johnson's exhibition transcends traditional definitions of art, blending history and culture into a living experience that reflects the growth of contemporary art.
Arts
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

See stunning portraits of Michelle Obama, Breonna Taylor and more in this new Whitney Museum exhibit

Amy Sherald's work uniquely presents the essence of her subjects, particularly in her iconic portrait of Michelle Obama.
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
1 week ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - A Poet For Our Times: Rashid Johnson Wows at the Guggenheim

Rashid Johnson's exhibition transcends traditional definitions of art, blending history and culture into a living experience that reflects the growth of contemporary art.
Arts
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

See stunning portraits of Michelle Obama, Breonna Taylor and more in this new Whitney Museum exhibit

Amy Sherald's work uniquely presents the essence of her subjects, particularly in her iconic portrait of Michelle Obama.
more#contemporary-art
#art
Miscellaneous
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Simone Biles, LeBron James, Lewis Hamilton top star-studded 2025 Met Gala committee

The 2025 Met Gala will feature a star-studded committee, including athletes and celebrities, with a theme celebrating Black style.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Writing

Welcome to The Long Wave: The Black diaspora is like a large, sprawling family'

The newsletter highlights significant stories concerning Black life and culture globally, emphasizing historical and contemporary achievements.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago
Writing

Solange on her Eldorado Ballroom series, her love of the tuba and the long wait for new music

Solange creatively blends her experiences and background into various artistic projects while addressing the cultural significance of Black music.
Miscellaneous
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Simone Biles, LeBron James, Lewis Hamilton top star-studded 2025 Met Gala committee

The 2025 Met Gala will feature a star-studded committee, including athletes and celebrities, with a theme celebrating Black style.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Writing

Welcome to The Long Wave: The Black diaspora is like a large, sprawling family'

The newsletter highlights significant stories concerning Black life and culture globally, emphasizing historical and contemporary achievements.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago
Writing

Solange on her Eldorado Ballroom series, her love of the tuba and the long wait for new music

Solange creatively blends her experiences and background into various artistic projects while addressing the cultural significance of Black music.
more#art
#music
Independent films
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

In Ryan Coogler's Vampire Film 'Sinners,' Black America's Soul Is at Stake

Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' is an allegorical vampire film exploring themes of race, music, and the historical erasure in America.
fromKotaku
1 week ago
Independent films

Five Hidden Meanings That Will Make You Want To See Sinners Twice

'Sinners' by Ryan Coogler is more than just horror; it's a profound exploration of Black culture and history through the lens of music and supernatural themes.
Independent films
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

In Ryan Coogler's Vampire Film 'Sinners,' Black America's Soul Is at Stake

Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' is an allegorical vampire film exploring themes of race, music, and the historical erasure in America.
fromKotaku
1 week ago
Independent films

Five Hidden Meanings That Will Make You Want To See Sinners Twice

'Sinners' by Ryan Coogler is more than just horror; it's a profound exploration of Black culture and history through the lens of music and supernatural themes.
more#music
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

"Blues People" and Black Life: A Conversation With Imani Perry

Imani Perry's writings capture the resilience of Black culture through diverse themes, with her latest book exploring the significance of the color blue.
#african-diaspora
fromFortune
8 months ago
Black Lives Matter

A 32-year-old woman analyzed decades' worth of crossword puzzles to discover white men were disproportionately featured, so she created her own 'Black Crossword'

Juliana Pache created blackcrossword.com to expand representation in crossword puzzles by focusing on Black history and culture.
fromFortune
8 months ago
Black Lives Matter

A 32-year-old woman analyzed decades' worth of crossword puzzles to discover white men were disproportionately featured, so she created her own 'Black Crossword'

Juliana Pache created blackcrossword.com to expand representation in crossword puzzles by focusing on Black history and culture.
more#african-diaspora
LA Clippers
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

'Memes and Nightmares' creatives on Hulu documentary at the intersection of NBA and social media

The documentary 'Memes and Nightmares' explores the intersection of meme culture, Black culture, and basketball while reflecting on the ephemeral nature of internet culture.
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago

Khavy: The Luxury Headwear Brand Redefining Streetwear | stupidDOPE

Khavy' Official merges streetwear and haircare into a purposeful movement emphasizing culture, resilience, and luxury.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Alvin F. Poussaint, Pioneering Expert on Black Mental Health, Dies at 90

Alvin F. Poussaint was a pivotal figure in discussions on Black culture, mental health, and personal responsibility amidst systemic racism.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Sunny Hostin Defends Subversive' SNL Sketch By Claiming Regular Jeopardy' Is Basically the White Jeopardy'

Sunny Hostin interprets a controversial SNL sketch as a commentary on race and cultural identity in America.
#kendrick-lamar
fromAdweek
2 months ago
Marketing

Kendrick Lamar's Cash App Partnership Signals a Power Shift in Brand Marketing

Kendrick Lamar's Cash App partnership represents a transformative shift towards empowering Black culture in commerce, emphasizing financial sovereignty and community access.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Kendrick Lamar televised 'the revolution' during Super Bowl halftime performance. Here's what it meant

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show highlighted Black culture and included pointed commentary on American society and relationships within the music industry.
fromAdweek
2 months ago
Marketing

Kendrick Lamar's Cash App Partnership Signals a Power Shift in Brand Marketing

Kendrick Lamar's Cash App partnership represents a transformative shift towards empowering Black culture in commerce, emphasizing financial sovereignty and community access.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Kendrick Lamar televised 'the revolution' during Super Bowl halftime performance. Here's what it meant

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show highlighted Black culture and included pointed commentary on American society and relationships within the music industry.
more#kendrick-lamar
#pharrell-williams
fromPitchfork
2 months ago
Music

Pharrell Williams Cancels Musical Biopic Directed by Michel Gondry

Pharrell Williams cancels his musical biopic "Golden" due to creative differences on storytelling.
fromVulture
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pharrell Williams Says 'There Wasn't a Path Forward' for Canceled Musical Biopic

Pharrell Williams's musical biopic, 'Golden,' has been canceled due to creative differences during the editing process.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago
Music

Pharrell Williams Cancels Musical Biopic Directed by Michel Gondry

Pharrell Williams cancels his musical biopic "Golden" due to creative differences on storytelling.
fromVulture
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pharrell Williams Says 'There Wasn't a Path Forward' for Canceled Musical Biopic

Pharrell Williams's musical biopic, 'Golden,' has been canceled due to creative differences during the editing process.
more#pharrell-williams
SF food
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Draymond Green Is Partnering With Two East Bay Chefs to Open Caribbean-Ethiopian Restaurant In Lower Nob Hill

Draymond Green partners with East Bay chefs to open Meski, a restaurant celebrating Black culture in San Francisco.
#entertainment
fromEater Houston
3 months ago
Food & drink

'Insecure' Star Issa Rae Gets a Dose of Houston

Issa Rae's multi-faceted career spans entertainment to food and beverage, celebrating Black culture and community.
fromFuncheap
8 months ago
Black Lives Matter

"Black Laughs Matter" Comedy: Live at SF's Only Black-Owned Comedy Club (7p + 8:45p)

'Black LAUGHS Matter' showcases talented black comedians, offering diverse humor and social commentary for audiences every Thursday night.
fromEater Houston
3 months ago
Food & drink

'Insecure' Star Issa Rae Gets a Dose of Houston

Issa Rae's multi-faceted career spans entertainment to food and beverage, celebrating Black culture and community.
fromFuncheap
8 months ago
Black Lives Matter

"Black Laughs Matter" Comedy: Live at SF's Only Black-Owned Comedy Club (7p + 8:45p)

'Black LAUGHS Matter' showcases talented black comedians, offering diverse humor and social commentary for audiences every Thursday night.
more#entertainment
fromFuncheap
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

"Black Laughs Matter" (Live at SF's Only Black-Owned Comedy Club)

The event 'Black LAUGHS Matter' promises a unique comedic experience featuring top black comedians.
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

5 Joyful Black Christmas Movies That Should Be On Your Holiday Radar

The holiday season lacks diverse representation in Christmas movies, particularly for Black families, despite the existence of films that celebrate Black joy.
#art-history
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Opinion | The Alluring Dream That Black America Needs to Wake Up From

The claim of ancient Egypt as a primary ancestor for Black Americans overlooks the rich diversity and complexity of their true heritage.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Design

Tiff Massey's '7 Mile + Livernois' exhibition is a tribute to Black Detroit

The exhibition celebrates Black women in Detroit and highlights the historical and cultural significance of the Avenue of Fashion.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Opinion | The Alluring Dream That Black America Needs to Wake Up From

The claim of ancient Egypt as a primary ancestor for Black Americans overlooks the rich diversity and complexity of their true heritage.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Design

Tiff Massey's '7 Mile + Livernois' exhibition is a tribute to Black Detroit

The exhibition celebrates Black women in Detroit and highlights the historical and cultural significance of the Avenue of Fashion.
more#art-history
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
London

Getting to Know Black London'

Multiculturalism profoundly shapes London's identity, especially through its Black community found in areas like Brixton and Peckham.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Writing

As We Rise: Photography from the Black Atlantic review every image contains some kind of magic

Kenneth Montague transformed from a captivated observer of art to a major collector, establishing Canada's largest privately owned collection of Black artists.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Even a heroic detective like 'Cross' can't save this Prime Video adaptation

The new series Cross presents a Black detective who leverages race-based assumptions to capture criminals, showcasing both intelligence and strength.
#alvin-ailey
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
6 months ago

The House That Alvin Ailey Built

Alvin Ailey's "Revelations" redefined dance by emphasizing Black cultural expression and resilience through rich choreography and spiritual narratives.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Judith Jamison Was a Singular Force in Dance

Judith Jamison was a transformative figure in dance, embodying strength and poise, particularly recognized for her role in Alvin Ailey's 'Cry'.
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
6 months ago

The House That Alvin Ailey Built

Alvin Ailey's "Revelations" redefined dance by emphasizing Black cultural expression and resilience through rich choreography and spiritual narratives.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Judith Jamison Was a Singular Force in Dance

Judith Jamison was a transformative figure in dance, embodying strength and poise, particularly recognized for her role in Alvin Ailey's 'Cry'.
more#alvin-ailey
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Quincy Jones's music was the soundtrack to so many Black lives and something we could be proud of | Michelle Kambasha

Quincy Jones's contributions shaped music and cultural identity for Black people, especially through his work with Michael Jackson.
fromeverout.com
6 months ago
Portland

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Oct 1820, 2024

The Black Community Science Night fosters engagement through science and culture, catering to all ages.
Nuggets Night supports local music and youth artistic confidence, combining entertainment with fundraising for a good cause.
fromJuxtapoz
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Juxtapoz Magazine - Reginald O'Neal: Souled Out

O'Neal's exhibition critiques the objectification of Black culture through painted portraits of altered porcelain figurines, illuminating themes of commodification and exploitation.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
6 months ago

Kamala Harris illustrates how complex identity is and the pressure many multiracial people feel to put themselves in one 'box'

Identity is multifaceted, and individuals like Kamala Harris exemplify the challenges of navigating multiple identities in a society that often demands simplicity.
History
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Politics, protest and play: how the stadium became America's public square

Wattstax 72 exemplified how stadiums serve not only as entertainment venues but also as crucial spaces for cultural identity and political expression.
#erykah-badu
fromBKReader
8 months ago
Brooklyn

Afropunk's BLKtopia Delivers Late Summer Fun in Prospect Park

Afropunk's 2024 edition received mixed reviews after a venue change, raising questions about its $140 value.
fromNY Carib News
8 months ago
Brooklyn

Erykah Badu, Afropunk Return to Brooklyn

Erykah Badu will headline AFROPUNK BLKTOPIA Brooklyn, celebrating Black culture and creativity through inclusive programming and general admission access.
fromBKReader
8 months ago
Brooklyn

Afropunk's BLKtopia Delivers Late Summer Fun in Prospect Park

Afropunk's 2024 edition received mixed reviews after a venue change, raising questions about its $140 value.
fromNY Carib News
8 months ago
Brooklyn

Erykah Badu, Afropunk Return to Brooklyn

Erykah Badu will headline AFROPUNK BLKTOPIA Brooklyn, celebrating Black culture and creativity through inclusive programming and general admission access.
more#erykah-badu
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago
London

'Our Notting Hill love story'

Notting Hill Carnival is a vibrant celebration of black culture, providing cherished memories and connections for attendees, as illustrated by Sheyi's love story.
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