Murphy’s artistic journey is grounded in a lifelong passion for storytelling through visuals. Beginning as a child sketching celebrities, he later expanded into collage, blending illustration...
LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — The Compton Museum will host the Compton Rodeo on Saturday, July 18, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Martin Family...
LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — The Compton Museum will host the Compton Rodeo on Saturday, July 18, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Martin Family...
SF BAY VIEW — Obi Egbuna Jr. of the Zimbabwe-Cuban Friendship Association developed “Kotelemela Bolingo,” a free music project meaning “Resistance and Love” in Lingala. This...
MINNESOTA SPOKESMAN-RECORDER — Visual artist Leslie Barlow's new mural, "Belonging to the Entire Universe," was unveiled at the McKnight Foundation's Minneapolis headquarters. The 66-by-33-foot installation, named...
SF BAY VIEW — Obi Egbuna Jr. of the Zimbabwe-Cuban Friendship Association developed “Kotelemela Bolingo,” a free music project meaning “Resistance and Love” in Lingala. This...
HOUSTON DEFENDER — Numerous organizations, both local and national, are dedicated to advancing the interests of Black communities. Beyond commonly recognized groups, many others are actively...
TRI-STATE DEFENDER — The City of Memphis recently honored native Julia Griggs with an official proclamation for her contributions to storytelling and community impact. Mayor Paul...
ATLANTA VOICE — A mural depicting late journalist Jovita Moore, painted on the exterior wall of a building now occupied by Bellwood Coffee in Grant Park,...
THE POSITIVE COMMUNITY — Julia Perry was an accomplished American composer of the twentieth century, recognized for her originality, technical mastery, and emotional depth despite limited...
SEATTLE MEDIUM — “Pray,” an immersive choreopoem at Baltimore Center Stage, transforms the theater into a Black church experience, inviting audiences to participate rather than observe....
AFRICAN AMERICAN NEWS & ISSUES — “Revelation” explores the profound range and depth of abstract art created by African American artists from the mid‑20th century to...
ST. LOUIS AMERICAN — Juneteenth celebrations across St. Louis and the Metro East will offer a variety of opportunities to commemorate the holiday through history, music,...
OAKLAND POST — Riley’s creative output is influenced by progressive ideals. His work, which includes six albums, the 2018 film “Sorry to Bother You,” and the...
THE CAROLINIAN — Operating at the intersection of the arts and mental health, Darkness RISING uses music, storytelling, wellness programming, and community engagement to inspire healing...
THE ATLANTA VOICE — Amy Sherald’s mid-career retrospective, “American Sublime,” opens at the High Museum of Art, showcasing over 35 paintings and her unique vision of...
LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — The album is paired with a film that stars Snoop Dogg, Hitta J3, G Perico, and Ray Vaughn, and one of the...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Jessica Nabongo made history as the first Black woman to visit every country in the world. Her career, in fact, goes well beyond...
NEW YORK CARIB NEWS — The Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Vision Gala raised over $1.3 million to support ballet access and diverse talent, honoring choreographer Fatima...
THE ATLANTA VOICE — Discover "W.E.B. Du Bois Revisited: Reimagining Du Bois’ Exhibit of American Negroes" at ADAMA, an exhibit pairing historical photos by Thomas E....
TRI-STATE DEFENDER — With 50+ paintings, sculptures and assemblages, the exhibit features artists like Varnette Honeywood from Los Angeles, whose pieces appeared in Bill Coby’s private...
NEW YORK CARIB NEWS — Tamara McCaw, whose career spans arts administration, philanthropy, and international cultural development, becomes one of the few Caribbean-born leaders to helm...
THE ATLANTA VOICE — Latryce Marie Golliday, a Michigan native who relocated to Atlanta roughly a decade ago, has spent the past two years building a...
THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES — “If they come down here to Birmingham and they want to be a police officer, the first thing they probably do will...
NY AMSTERDAM NEWS — Panist and composer, Cyrus Chestnut, returns to the Smoke Jazz Club (2751 Broadway) from January 22–25, celebrating his birthday with his outstanding...
