AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson on Black Lives Matter A breath of fresh air: I did not see or hear about Randall Stephenson, AT&T CEO's speech on "Black Lives Matter". If you haven't read what he's said or seen the speech then I suggest you look at Thousands Of Employees Erupt In Support of CEO After Powerful Speech About Black Lives Matter (VIDEO).... Read More
Month: October 2016
Shahin Norvasli Jazz Pianist protégé of Ahmad Jamal [embedyt] I reflect on gaining wisdom or insight on anything, I can't help but think of the many heralded teachers and noble masters of their crafts who really know and knew what they are and were talking about in any given situation or manner of discourse. The sagacity of these heroes and sheroes is priceless and beyond challenge. That reality hits close to home when I think of assessing the cognitive acumen of the musical legends of a favorite listening art form which is the entertaining landscape called jazz.... Read More
You definitely know jewelry designer Sandy Baker If you do not know her name, you definitely know her work. Designer, Sandy Baker has had a long and illustrious career working in fine jewelry, with her iconic designs leaving an indelible mark on the industry itself, and beyond. Among her many achievements, Sandy’s work is included in the Design Archives of the Smithsonian.... Read More
Thank You Sister Jones Revisiting the Good Old ROUTES' Days! Continuing to publishing excerpts, with additional information, from the October 1977 Maiden Issue—A commentary on the appreciation of food "Sister Jones," written by Agnes O. Bunn (If you've grown up in a Baptist church, you've known a Sister Jones!... Read More
Dick Gregory Talks Donald Trump Scandal In my formative years, I never got the chance to spend quality time with my maternal or paternal grandparents. I only vaguely remember my maternal grandfather who died just before my 12th birthday. I remember him, mostly, because of his disappointing death before my 12th birthday—disappointed that he died before giving me the usual penny for each of my birthdays.... Read More
Cole Network System 6 min read Norman Cole and daughters Chadley and Monique are living testaments to the precept that the family that prays together, and works together, stays together—longer and stronger. Collectively,... Read More
Current state of African-American theatre affairs I am a freelance African American director who has lived over the past twenty plus years in New York City. For some time now, I’ve observed a number... Read More
Daa’iya El-Sanusi Jazz Visions Have you been listening to and enjoying your Jazz, R&B, Soul, Gospel & Blues music library that predates Hip Hop and Rap, but deep down... Read More