Consider supporting Black art on Black Friday by shopping these books. This past summer, as Black Lives Matter protests erupted across the globe, it became evident that racism and anti-Blackness aren’t regulated to policing but through all industries. Book publishing is no exception. While the conversations about Black people’s relationship with police pivoted to conversations … Read more15 Books By Black Authors to Support on Black Friday
Our picks this year feature selects by Black Fashion Fair, Brownstone, Daily Paper, and more. This year’s holiday gift shopping is a bit different than any other year. Rather than being face-to-face with your loved ones, you might be opting for virtual meet-ups. That means that the gift-giving might have you a bit stressed out. … Read moreOkayplayer’s 2020 Holiday Gift Guide: Black Designers, Culture, Jewelry & More
Georgia hasn’t voted blue in 28 years. Now, amid Joe Biden taking the state from Donald Trump, Stacey Abrams is getting the credit she deserves for helping Biden win it. As we’ve all witnessed during this year’s presidential election, Joe Biden has managed to win a handful of battleground states over Donald Trump, including two … Read moreHow Stacey Abrams Helped Joe Biden Turn Georgia Blue
One highlight of Election Day included Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ayanna Pressley, Ilhan Omar, and Rashida Tlaib being reelected. Election Day is finally over and it was a mess. On Tuesday, news about voter suppression and malfunctioning machines spread dwindling a bit of hope that the Joe Biden–Kamala Harris ticket would win the election. To make … Read moreThere Were Actually Some Bright Spots From This Hellish Election Day
Today, Apple Music announces the California singer as their latest Up Next artist. Giveon has been steadily making a name for himself throughout 2020, his stunning baritone voice has carried him into the hearts of his buzzing fan base. Last Friday, the Epic Records signee released his newest EP, When It’s All Said And Done, … Read moreGiveon Reflects On His Artistry in New Apple Music Film [Premiere]
With the middle of the year officially here, we decided to take a look at the moments that defined 2020 so far, from tragic moments to moments that were met with widespread celebration. We’ll be honest, the COVID-19 pandemic brushed away any sense of normalcy that 2020 had any potential of providing. Social distancing, quarantine, … Read moreThe 15 Moments that Defined the First Half of 2020
For all that he’s accomplished, Buju Banton has no desire to be referred to as a legend. He wants to be a vessel. The Gargamel, as he is affectionately known by his sprawling reach of fans across the globe, is guided by one directive: “My message is simple: peace and love,” he tells me over … Read moreBuju Banton isn’t Interested in Legacy