Carole King’s “Tapestry” Album Turns 50
Released in February 1971, Carole King's seminal album "Tapestry" turns 50 years old this month. Carole King was born in...
At One of Detroit’s Oldest Art Institutions, A First — An All-Black Group Exhibition
When the writer and philosopher W.E.B DuBois wrote “The Souls of Black Folk” in 1903, his observations of being Black...
How Do We Talk About Fat Discrimination? Author Aubrey Gordon Has An Idea
It’s time to have a real and intentional conversation about fat, the look of real body-positive advocacy and the stigmas...
Chick Corea, Jazz Great With 23 Grammy Awards, Dies at 79
Chick Corea, a towering jazz pianist with a staggering 23 Grammy Awards who pushed the boundaries of the genre and...
RECIPE: Warm Up With This Aromatic Sipping Broth
The winter months are long and cold, but there is plenty of culinary enjoyment to be had this time of year....
The Atlantic’s ‘Inheritance’ Looks at American History, Black Life and Resilience of Memory
With the recognition of Black History Month, many organizations are focusing on Black stories. The Atlantic's Inheritance project is a more permanent dedication...
Rediscovering the Soulful Sound of The Stylistics
Philly soul was known for its funk influences and lush instrumentation, and few groups exemplified this style like The Stylistics. Known...
Detroit Poets Reflect on Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman “Stepping Into Her Moment”
At just 22-years-old, Amanda Gorman is putting poetry in the spotlight. She stole the show at President Joe Biden’s inauguration...
Pandemic, Legal Sports Betting Make Super Bowl LV First Of Its Kind
Kansas City and Tampa Bay will face off this weekend in Super Bowl LV, but this year's event will be significantly different compared...
These Notable Guitar Riffs Turn 50 This Year
Some pretty killer guitar riffs graced the airwaves in 1971. 50 years later, those same riffs are still inspiring listeners and...
New Podcast “Seizing Freedom” Brings Black Americans’ Civil War Stories To Life
In recent months, the issue of social justice and its connection to systemic racism and oppression have led to significant shifts in our...
Discover the Atmospheric Sounds of Detroit Deep House DJ Rick Wilhite
Rick Wilhite has been active in the music industry for over 30 years as a producer, historian and cultural event producer....