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Indeed, other artists have had their run of greatness, but none have topped the genius of Stevie Wonder, who redefined how cultural critics viewed popular music

     Kazembe Ajamu, Zendaya’s father, is criticizing Hollywood for what he sees as a “shunning” of Black fathers of successful daughters.

The New Orleans super sensation, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, offers a ‘street to stardom’ music story and sound, that leaves you bebopping. They come to strut their stuff on April 13 at Broward Center for the Performing Arts, as the Season Finale in Gold Coast Jazz’s 30th Anniversary celebration!  Most noted for pushing boundaries and expanding the fan base of this musical genre with a unique blend that includes Bebop Jazz, Funk and R&B/Soul, they have become a world-famous music machine.

The Adam Project

     Nicki Minaj claims that rapper Lil Wayne’s remarks about her body drove her decision to have butt injections. Nicki said on ‘The Joe Budden Podcast’ that Lil Wayne used to mock her about having a little ass while hanging out with him at the beginning of her career.

     TLC (The Learning Channel) has produced hit shows such as “1,000 lbs. Sisters”, “My strange addiction”, “Here comes Honey Boo Boo” and plenty of others. While most of the shows differ in content, the exploitation, abuse and humiliation remain consistent throughout. TLC broadcasts people’s issues for ratings while making millions of dollars in profit.

     Join us at Old Town Untapped, our monthly street festival, this month featuring The Shane Duncan Band, a high-energy variety group that plays everything from country-rock to disco. On the first Friday of every month, “Old Town” becomes the epicenter for art, food, and music! Each event features live bands, a DJ, craft beer, food trucks, arts & crafts vendors, and gallery tours at Bailey Contemporary Arts Center (BaCA). Old Town Untapped is free and open to the public. March 4, 2022, from 6-10 pm, with headlining musical act The Shane Duncan Band. Learn more at www.pompanobeacharts.org

     Ain’t too Proud, The Life and Times of the Temptations is currently playing to packed audiences at the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, February 8 – 20, 2022. Here is why you should go:

he City of Miramar is excited to announce the return of the Afro Carib Festival on Saturday, February 26, 2022, from 7-11 p.m. at the Amphitheater at Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway. Grammy nominated and contemporary Reggae super-star Protoje, Afrobeats star Afro B known for his hit song, “Drogba (Joanna)” and Puerto Rican Reggaeton artist EIX, will headline the highly anticipated event that celebrates Black History Month through the music that represents South Florida’s unique combination of Black cultures. 

     The Black Star Network, the only Black owned broadcast network with a daily digital show in the world, is announcing several new shows that will all be up and running in February.