Local author works to bring the world to children
Stephanie Fazekas-Hardy says culture is at the heart of her books. The author and local librarian, who writes under the...
A new book explores how J Dilla forever changed hip-hop
James Dewitt Yancey, the Detroit producer famously known as J Dilla, died at just age of 32, but he changed...
Something more to say: Pia premieres new single “Old Days”
Though Pia Allison Roa has been playing music for most of her life, she just started writing her own songs recently....
Detroit Symphony Orchestra holds free church performance with Latino residents in mind
Typically, patrons see Detroit Symphony Orchestra musicians play at Orchestra Hall in Detroit’s Midtown neighborhood. On Feb. 9, the show...
“Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back” captures highs and tensions of tap dancer’s storied career
With a showbiz career that spans seven decades, "Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back" is not your typical talking head documentary film....
Culture D-Tour: Pushing the boundaries of sound with techno artist Henry Brooks
When the Belleville Three brought techno music to the world, the pulsating eclectic sounds inspired an era that continues to...
Detroit deaf rapper Sean Forbes brings American Sign Language to the Super Bowl
Hip-hop isn’t just a love language for deaf rapper Sean Forbes. He’s funneled that passion into American Sign Language for...
The life and times of Anthony Bourdain, explained by those who knew him best
In 2018, celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain died by suicide. At that time, many people were shook up by the news....
Sober curious. Nondrinker. A new language around sobriety is emerging
Sarah Wood is a writer who covers topics like mental health, relationships and sobriety, which she most recently tackled for...
Detroit singer-songwriter Allye Gaietto premieres new single “I Guess I Don’t” from forthcoming album “Hoping For More”
Detroit-based singer/songwriter Allye Gaietto excels at capturing the emotional turbulence we endure, from hope to grief. Gaietto’s songs on her...
Going sober? Detroit bars and brands are embracing “dry January” and beyond
The idea of “dry January” -- giving up alcohol or other vices for a month to kick off the year...
Didn’t learn much about sex in school? Zoë Ligon fills in the gaps with “Carnal Knowledge”
Sex educator Zoë Ligon has made a name for herself as the “dildo duchess of Detroit." There's plenty to back...