list of 20 historical African-Americans plus ron’s role model
Dorothy Irene Height was an American civil rights and women’s rights activist. She focused on the issues of African-American women, including unemployment, illiteracy, and voter... Read More
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James Augustus Van Der Zee — Harlem Renaissance Historian
James Augustus Van Der Zee was pioneering African-American photographer who made significant contributions to the art world during the Harlem Renaissance. Born on June 29... Read More
Pianist Kenny Barron is an exceptionally creative musician
Kenny Barron is a renowned jazz pianist and composer who has made significant contributions to the world of music. Born on June 9, 1943 in... Read More
Billie Holiday née Eleanor Gough McKay | 10/1977 ron’s version
Eleanor Gough McKay was born, April 7, 1915. However, she was “born again” at “Amateur Night” at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem and renamed Billie... Read More
A Night of Jazz, Legacy, and the Unexpected at Unterfahrt
It has become a beautiful tradition for students of the Jazz Institute at the University of Music and Performing Arts Munich to hold their final... Read More
Cultural Wrap-Up May 27, 2025 | Gladys Knight …
🌟 Birthday Spotlight Gladys Knight (Born May 28, 1944 – Atlanta, GA)The “Empress of Soul,” Gladys Knight led the Pips to international fame with her powerhouse... Read More
Cultural Wrap-Up May 23, 2025 | Patti LaBelle …
🌟 Birthday Spotlights On May 24, 2025, Patti LaBelle, the Godmother of Soul, celebrated her 81st birthday. Following last year’s grand 80th birthday bash at The Glasshouse in NYC—attended... Read More
Cultural Wrap-Up: Janet Jackson, Hazel Scott – May 16, 2025
ROUTES: A Guide to African-American Culture✨ CULTURAL WRAP-UP — FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025 🎉 Birthday Spotlight: Janet Jackson (b. May 16, 1966)Janet Damita Jo Jackson... Read More