Africa: The Genesis Of Black Music

Africa: The Genesis Of Black Music

juju (from the African Hausa language) – an object used as a fetish, a charm or an amulet in West Africa, or the supernatural power ascribed to such an object.

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SpotLight: Ella Fitzgerald

SpotLight:  Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Jane Fitzgerald, also known as “The First Lady of Song,” was born on April 25, 1917 in Newport News, Virginia. The legendary jazz and song vocalist was considered by some to be the greatest songstress to ever live. With a voice that ranged from three octaves, “Lady Ella” brought an entirely different sound to jazz.

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BLACK MUSIC MONTH PIONEERS: Dayton’s Own ZAPP

BLACK MUSIC MONTH PIONEERS: Dayton’s Own ZAPP

Zapp, also known as the Zapp Band or Zapp and Roger, is a soul and funk band originated in 1978 out of Dayton, OH. The band was formed by a group of brothers Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman, Lester Troutman, Tony Troutman, and Terry “Zapp” Troutman.

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BLACK MUSIC MONTH NEXT UP: The 3rd

BLACK MUSIC MONTH NEXT UP:  The 3rd

Can Hip-Hop evolve any more????????? Do emcees still have something to say???????? This five member crew out of Columbus, Ohio screams Yes, we have to! Rashad, Pa.Flex, Co City, Shakes and Blaksmif, also known as The 3rd, has been a work in progress since they met in middle school. But like P.A. says, something so special takes time to germinate. Supa Soul music is what they make, and all they do is Elevate. With influences from The roots, Outkast to

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Tom Joyner’s Fantastic Voyage

Tom Joyner’s Fantastic Voyage

The Tom Joyner Morning Show is proud to announce the launch of the ” TJMS CRUISE CALL” contest.

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J. Anthony Brown Pays Homage to ‘Window Seat’

J. Anthony Brown Pays Homage to ‘Window Seat’

J Anthony Brown Strips Down Like Badu!!!

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Daily Dose: 04-01-2010

Daily Dose: 04-01-2010

what are you rushing for?

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Celebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson

Celebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson

The legendary Smokey Robinson has been a pillar in the African American music scene since the inception of Motown. Follow us as we celebrate Smokey Robinson during this Black History month.

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Althea Gibson: Tennis and Golf Pioneer

Althea Gibson:  Tennis and Golf Pioneer

Althea Gibson was the first african american to win in the US Open, paving the way for Venus and Serena. Follow us as we celebrate Althea during Black History Month.

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Denzel Washington: An Actor That Transcends Time

Denzel Washington: An Actor That Transcends Time

We honor Denzel Washington for Black History Month 2010 for his vast contributions to the arts as one of our greatest American actors. How well do you think you know Denzel? Take our trivia quiz and test your “fanism.”

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Street Judge – Greg Mathis

Street Judge – Greg Mathis

We all know Judge Greg Mathis from his TV Court show, but do we really know Judge Greg Mathis? Check out his story of triumph here.

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The First African American To Win A Medal In The Winter Olympics – Vonetta Flowers

The First African American To Win A Medal In The Winter Olympics – Vonetta Flowers

Vonetta Flowers will go down in the history books as the first African American male or female to win a medal in the Winter Olympics. Read her story and check out some footage from her historical day.

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Celebrating The Legendary Diahann Carroll

Celebrating The Legendary Diahann Carroll

Diahann Carroll master of stage and screen has paved the way for all African American actors making strides in areas unheard of for her time. She has went from being the first African American female to have her own television series; to being the first African American actress to star on the legendary TV show Dynasty. Diahann Carroll is definitely a legend of her time and we celebrate her during Black History Month.

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Tennis Phenomenons Venus & Serena Williams

Tennis Phenomenons Venus & Serena Williams

Venus and Serena Williams have been on top of their game for a long time, and have made a name for themselves in more than just the tennis world. Serena with her own fashion line and the two of them becoming part owners of the Miami Dolphins. Take a look back at how the sisters started their career here.

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African American Country Singer – Darius Rucker

African American Country Singer – Darius Rucker

Remember Hootie & The Blow Fish? See what lead singer Darius Rucker is up to now.

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