The award-winning French soul troubadour Ben L’Oncle Soul has just released his new single ‘A Rose’ from his anticipated upcoming album on YouTube and all the usual streaming platforms. In this lush new single, “A Rose”, L’Oncle Soul transforms the classic Robert Frost poem, “The Rose Family” into a melodic R&B soul ballad designed for
The tambourine is a versatile and expressive percussion instrument that has been used in music for thousands of years. From its humble beginnings as a simple frame drum, the tambourine has evolved into an instrument capable of creating a wide range of sounds and styles. In modern music, the tambourine is used in everything from
The themes of darkness and the unknown have captivated the imagination of artists for centuries, and this is particularly true in music. Songs about darkness can take on a variety of interpretations, from exploring the emotions of depression, loss, or fear, to investigating the mysterious and macabre. Whether it’s through lyrics that paint vivid portraits
Chicago, the Windy City, is a city known for its diverse culture, rich history, and iconic landmarks. This city has inspired countless musicians over the years to pay homage to it through their music. From the soulful blues of Muddy Waters to the electrifying rock of the Smashing Pumpkins, Chicago has been the subject of
Sitting around a campfire with a group of friends or family is one of the most enjoyable activities during the summer months. And what better way to enhance this experience than with some good old-fashioned sing-alongs? However, singing the same old songs can become tiresome and boring after a while. That’s why we’ve compiled a
By Reginald Williams, Special to the AFRO The Carolina Panthers filled its head coach vacancy with former Indianapolis Colts Frank Reich Jan.26 in a move viewed as the latest example of Black coaching talent being overlooked in the National Football League. The decision to jettison interim head coach Steve Wilks comes in the wake of the
By Bianca Crawley, Special to the AFRO In 1993, Baltimore’s City Crescent Tower was built by Otis Warren Jr., making him the first Black man to develop a major office complex in the city of Baltimore. On Jan. 10, Warren Jr died at the age of 80 at Sinai Hospital. Though his death is truly
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueenafro.com Throughout the week of Feb. 6, Maryland legislators scurried to submit legislative proposals to the General Assembly ahead of administrative deadlines. Feb. 6 was the introduction date for senators to present their legislation, and Feb. 10 was the deadline for delegates. According to the current House protocols, all
By AFRO Staff Between Feb. 2 and Feb. 4, the Career Communications Group hosted the BEYA (Black Engineer of the Year) Metaquake Symposium Conference, where Black engineers were honored in the Hall of Fame Alumnus Event. Over 1200 students joined the BEYA Metaquake conference to learn about STEM or Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Photos
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Steven Daines (R-Mont.), both members of the Senate Finance Committee, today introduced legislation that will permanently extend the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC), which has created jobs and driven investment in economically distressed neighborhoods. The New Markets Tax Credit Extension Act will permanently authorize a federal tax credit for businesses or