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It is only fitting that George W. Faison, the Broadway choreographing legend, co-founded a theater in the Black arts hub that is Harlem, New York. After all, the Big Apple is where his career truly took flight. Read more…
A Tour of Broadway Legend George Faison’s Harlem Firehouse Theater Read More »
Samples continue to be a huge part of our current music culture. Some of the biggest artists in the world have used them to create incredible hit records that have gone on to become classics in their own right. Read more…
The Most Sampled Songs From Black Artists in Music History Read More »
Since the Grammys and Black History are bringing in February, we thought we’d do something to complement both. From 1971 to 2006, “Soul Train” was the place to see some of the hottest Black musical artists on television. But viewers didn’t just tune in for the music, they came back week after week to watch
All Aboard! Famed ‘Soul Train’ Dancers Discuss Their Time On the Popular Series Read More »
A new year means there are new rappers ready to show off their talents to Hip-hop fans who were too focused on the beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. These new MCs are talented, unique, confident, and willing to take chances with their music. While it may not always fit within the stereotypical definition of
These Are The Rappers To Watch In 2025 Read More »
Zendaya has always been a trendsetter. Long before she became an award winner and fashion icon, she made sure she consistently brought something interesting to red carpets. A pivotal moment in her fashion evolution came at the 2015 Academy Awards, when the then 18-year-old “Euphoria” star wore locs, something that… Read more…
WATCH: Law Roach Details How Zendaya’s 2015 Oscars Look Inspired an Important Movement Read More »
We’re entering one of the most hectic times of the year. With an election just around the corner, holiday season rapidly approaching the station and tax season right behind that, The Root knows what it’s like to feel financially stretched and counting pennies. Read more…
Black Tax Traps For Black Folks to Avoid This Holiday Season Read More »
There’s a reason Howard University is regarded as “The Mecca.” In historic news, the historically Black university expects to be granted Research-1 (R1) status this upcoming spring, a title the university lost in 2005after the Carnegie Classification requirements changed, according to The Chronicle of Higher… Read more…
Howard University To Become the Only HBCU With Research-1 Status. Here’s What That Means Read More »
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are the academic backbone of the Black community. HBCUs have produced more than half of all practicing doctors in this country, according to Forbes. And with notable HBCU alumni like Oprah Winfrey, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Spike Lee, Black students should… Read more…
The Sad Reasons Why Black Men Are Not Attending HBCUs Read More »
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are the academic backbone of the Black community. HBCUs have produced more than half of all practicing doctors in this country, according to Forbes. And with notable HBCU alumni like Oprah Winfrey, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Spike Lee, Black students should… Read more…
Black Male HBCU Enrollment is At Its Lowest in Nearly 50 Years…Here’s Why Read More »
The days may be getting shorter, but our list of must-read books is getting longer. We’ve been searching for some of the best reads around and we couldn’t be more excited about what we found. Whether you’re into romance, history or an inspirational biography, there is something for everyone. Read more…
November 2024 Books By Black Authors We Can’t Wait to Read Read More »
