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Linda Martell, a pioneering figure in country music, made history as the first Black woman to perform at the Grand Ole Opry during the Civil Rights Movement. Despite her groundbreaking achievements, her contributions to country music have often been overlooked. However, with Beyoncé featuring her on Cowboy Carter, Martell’s legacy is gaining the recognition it […]
The Studio Museum in Harlem stands as a sanctuary where Black culture is displayed without bounds, encouraging artistic expression void of societal limitations. Thanks to the visionary leadership of Thelma Golden who serves as Director and Chief Curator, the Studio Museum and Institute illuminates a path for the next generation of arts leaders and creators. […]
A century ago, thousands of spectators would gather at the Miller Brothers’ 101 Ranch Wild West Show to marvel at the moves of the “Dusky Deamon”. Today, we recognize this fearsome performer as the famous cowboy Bill Pickett, who pioneered steer wrestling – an event that many rodeos spotlight today. But many cowboys that compete […]
After robust careers in journalism and law, sisters Dontaira Terrell and Zakkiyah Terrell are returning to their hometown in Youngstown, Ohio to run the Buckeye Review with Dontaira as Editor-In-Chief and Zakkiyyah as Chief of Operations. The sisters described their return to the community as a full-circle moment: Zakkiyyah interned for the publication, loving known […]
There’s a silly concept about Black Americans having no “real” history. Whether typed by trolls on social media, spewed in backhanded debates in public school classrooms or deliberated over in Supreme Court proceedings, this notion has long plagued our community’s perception of ourselves. Our cover showcases the banjo, originally made from the memories of handmade […]
Adidas is continuing to make waves in the sports world. The notable brand just appointed Candace Parker as the president of their women’s basketball sector. The announcement comes a week after her retirement from the WNBA after 16 years. Parker’s position in this role further signals a significant step towards promoting inclusivity and female leadership […]
Steve Buscemi, the 66-year-old actor best known for his iconic roles in Pulp Fiction, Fargo, The Big Lebowski, and more, was punched in the face in New York City, last week, according to a new report from The New York Post. He was walking through the Kips Bay neighborhood of Manhattan when a stranger took […]
21 Savage isn’t picking sides between Drake and Metro Boomin’s ongoing beef and instead says they’re both his brothers. When fans began asking him about the feud on Instagram Live, he suggested he thinks they’ll be back on good terms eventually. “Don’t keep coming on to my motherf*cking Live talking about no motherf*cking beef,” Savage […]
King Combs has shared a diss track aimed at 50 Cent in which he addresses the backlash his father, Diddy, is facing amid several ongoing alleged sexual misconduct lawsuits. Combs also speaks on the Homeland Security raids conducted on Diddy’s Los Angeles and Miami properties. Akademiks played the song during his live stream on Sunday […]
Nike Air Max 1 enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the release of the upcoming “Aster Pink” colorway, set to drop as a WMNS exclusive. This new iteration of the iconic silhouette boasts a clean white base complemented by subtle orewood brown and light pink accents. The combination of colors creates a soft and feminine aesthetic that […]