Ronald Bunn

Ernest Crichlow, an American Artist 3 min read

• African-American history
• Art

Ernest Crichlow, an American Artist

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Ernest Crichlow was a prominent American social realist artist known for his powerful and thought-provoking works that captured the struggles and triumphs of African Americans.... Read More

Juneteenth and its significance in 2024 1 min read

• African-American history
• Publisher's Page

Juneteenth and its significance in 2024

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Juneteenth should hold a significant historical and cultural importance for all United States citizens. This holiday commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans in the United... Read More

James Weldon Johnson Civil Rights Activist 2 min read

• African-American history
• Education/Scholarship
• Media
• Music
• Writers/Authors

James Weldon Johnson Civil Rights Activist

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

James Weldon Johnson was a prominent figure in American literature and civil rights activism during the early 20th century. Born on June 17, 1871, 1871,... Read More

Tupac Amaru Shakur 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Hip Hop/Rap

Tupac Amaru Shakur

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Tupac Amaru Shakur, also known as 2Pac, was a highly influential American rapper, songwriter and actor. He is widely considered to be one of the... Read More

Erroll Garner’s Innovative Approach to playing the piano 3 min read

• African-American history
• Jazz

Erroll Garner’s Innovative Approach to playing the piano

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Erroll Garner, the legendary jazz pianist, was born on June 15, 1921 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His unique and innovative approach to playing the piano has... Read More

Marcus Miller – wishing you many happy returns on your special day 3 min read

• Birthday
• Funk/Soul
• Jazz
• Music

Marcus Miller – wishing you many happy returns on your special day

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Wishing you many happy returns to you on your special day William Henry Marcus Miller Jr. Marcus Miller, born on June 14, 1959, is a... Read More

Doc Cheatham — Jazz music’s unique trumpeter and crooner 4 min read

• African-American history
• Jazz
• Music

Doc Cheatham — Jazz music’s unique trumpeter and crooner

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Doc Cheatham, born Adolphus Cheatham, on June 13, 1905, was a highly influential figure in the world of jazz music. His career as trumpeter, singer... Read More

Shantrelle P. Lewis sheds light on underrepresented artists 2 min read

• Birthday
• Documentary
• Film
• Media

Shantrelle P. Lewis sheds light on underrepresented artists

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Shantrelle P. Lewis is a highly accomplished scholar, critic and filmmaker who has made significant contributions to the field of curatorial studies. Born on June... Read More