Music

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

Geri Allen blends traditional jazz with avant-garde styles 2 min read

• African-American history
• Jazz
• Music

Geri Allen blends traditional jazz with avant-garde styles

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Geri Allen was a highly influential and talented pianist who made significant contributions to world of jazz music. Born on June 12 1957 in Pontiac,... Read More

Hazel Scott jazz Pianist, Actress and 1950’s Emigrant 2 min read

• African-American history
• Film
• Jazz
• Media
• Music
• Politics

Hazel Scott jazz Pianist, Actress and 1950’s Emigrant

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Hazel Scott was prominent jazz pianist and Hollywood actress in mid-20th century. Born in Trinidad in 1920. She along with her mother moved to New... Read More

Birthday Congratulations Legendary Bluesier Howlin’ Wolf 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Blues

Birthday Congratulations Legendary Bluesier Howlin’ Wolf

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Howlin’ Wolf, born Chester Arthur Burnett on June 10, 1910 was a legendary African-American blues singer and harmonica player. His powerful vocals and unique style... Read More