[ad_1] There are few beauty regimens more invigorating than wash day. The routine, or “ritual,” as the filmmaker Lindsay Opoku-Acheampong puts it, is one that countless Black women perform weekly, but they all have a different approach. The process usually involves a hydrating treatment, which might be enhanced by a hooded dryer, if there’s enough… Continue reading For Black Women, Embracing Natural Hair Is About More Than Style
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Black Thought praises ASAP Rocky’s music, shades Kanye
[ad_1] Black Thought is giving credit where credit is due. In a Pitchfork interview published Monday, the legendary Roots rapper spoke about the rap albums that have had a lasting impact on him over the last 50 years. One album he made sure to highlight? ASAP Rocky’s 2013 debut album “LONG.LIVE.ASAP.” “This album ushered in… Continue reading Black Thought praises ASAP Rocky’s music, shades Kanye
Column: For 50 years, hip-hop music has provided a way for Black men to express creativity and vulnerability
[ad_1] It’s a strange feeling having your “Day Ones” — the people who believed in you before you believed in yourself — not be around to see how the story is going. I doubt I would have gotten into college without my Aunt Ethel Lee’s support. Sadly, she suffered a stroke my freshman year and… Continue reading Column: For 50 years, hip-hop music has provided a way for Black men to express creativity and vulnerability
Reginald Hudlin, director of Netflix’s Clarence Avant documentary “The Black Godfather,” on Avant’s legacy
[ad_1] With the passing of media executive Clarence Avant on Monday, Hollywood lost an industry magnate whose impact and reach was unquantifiable. Avant rose to prominence in post-Prohibition New York City, where he met talent manager Joseph G. Glaser, who taught him the ins and outs of the music business. He would go on to… Continue reading Reginald Hudlin, director of Netflix’s Clarence Avant documentary “The Black Godfather,” on Avant’s legacy
Hulu’s ‘The Other Black Girl’ Trailer, Cast Release Date
[ad_1] Oh, you thought that hand was scary? Try the world of publishing on for size. Hulu’s upcoming series The Other Black Girl takes on the terrifying world of tokenization, racism, and attempting career advancements in a white industry. Also a scary, moving reflection and moving pictures of old white dudes that are supposed to… Continue reading Hulu’s ‘The Other Black Girl’ Trailer, Cast Release Date
‘Black Godfather’ of Music Was 92
[ad_1] Photo: Lisa O’Connor/AFP via Getty Images Clarence Avant, a music executive and film producer known as “the Black Godfather,” has died at age 92. Avant’s family said in a statement that he “passed away gently at home” on August 13. His two children, Nicole and Alex Avant, as well as his son-in-law, Netflix CEO… Continue reading ‘Black Godfather’ of Music Was 92
Clarence Avant, the ‘Black Godfather’ of the recording industry, dies
[ad_1] Clarence Avant was gruff. He was, by all accounts, foul-mouthed and plain-spoken. But he lived a life that was about opening doors, finding talent, making connections, striking deals, solving problems and getting people the money they were worth. Avant took care of people — Black people especially but not exclusively — and got them… Continue reading Clarence Avant, the ‘Black Godfather’ of the recording industry, dies
The Rock Has Theories on Why ‘Black Adam’ Isn’t Continuing
[ad_1] It’s the hard-Rock life for Dwayne Johnson. During a recent appearance on Kevin Hart’s Hart to Heart show, the Rock was asked why Black Adam isn’t getting a sequel. Based on his reaction, he’s still not over the decision. But he does have some theories about why his superhero character won’t be included in… Continue reading The Rock Has Theories on Why ‘Black Adam’ Isn’t Continuing