Billy Taylor — Jazz Musician, Composer, Educator & Artistic Director
Billy Taylor, born on July 24 1921, was a highly respected figure in the world of jazz music. He was known not only for his... Read More
Ronald Bunn
Publisher/Editor
Henry Dumas “an absolute genius” writes Toni Morrison
Henry Dumas was a prolific African-American writer and poet. His work continues to be celebrated for its unique voice and its powerful storytelling. Born on... Read More
James Victor Scott— hey, it’s all the way on your birthday
James Victor Scott, better known in his earlier youthful years as “Little” Jimmy Scott, was a renowned jazz vocalist who made significant contributions to the... Read More
Mildred Virginia Jackson — humorous to raw and raunchy
Mildred Virginia Jackson, AKA Millie Jackson, born July 15, 1944, is prominent R&B and soul recording artist who began her career in early 1960s. Throughout... Read More
Bill Withers — it’s a lovely Birthday today
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Bill Withers, also known as William Harrison “Bill” Withers Jr., was a singer and musician who left a lasting impact on the music industry with... Read More
Thurgood Marshall — First African-American Supreme Court Justice
Thurgood Marshall was an outlier in the legal field and a champion for civil rights in the United States. Born on July 2, 1908, Marshall... Read More
The Katherine Dunham Dance Consequences
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Katherine Dunham was African-American dancer and choreographer who made significant contributions to the world of dance in the 20th century. Born on June 22... Read More
Octavia Estelle Butler – a formidable science fiction writer
Octavia Estelle Butler, born on June 22 1947, was a formidable science fiction writer who was renown of her innovative storytelling, diverse characters and thought-provoking... Read More