5th annual Detroit Black Film Festival couples with Taste of Black Spirits National Conference
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by Jonathan Shead
1M ago
he 5th annual Detroit Black Film Festival returns Sept. 25-29, featuring 57 short and feature-length independent films. This year’s festival will be hosted in tandem with the Taste of Black Spirits National Conference, a tasting and educational event about Black-owned spirits and beverages. Host Stephen Henderson talks with the festival’s co-directors Marshalle and Lazar Favors. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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​September is Black Reading Month encourages people to turn off the TV and read Black authors
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by Jonathan Shead
1M ago
The annual September is Black Reading Month returns for its 45th year. The observance encourages readers to explore literary works by Black authors. Host Stephen Henderson talks with September is Black Reading Month Co-Founder Malik Yakini about the creation of the month-long observance and literary issues in America. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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September is Black Reading Month encourages people to turn off the TV and read Black authors
One Detroit » Arts & Culture
by Jonathan Shead
2M ago
The annual September is Black Reading Month returns for its 45th year. The month-long observance encourages readers to explore literary works by Black authors. Host Stephen Henderson talks with September is Black Reading Month Co-Founder Malik Yakini about the observance’s history and literary issues in America. Plus, they recommend books written by Black authors. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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The Detroit Jazz Festival, Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center and this year’s poster artist Jess Fendo
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by Madison Wood
2M ago
Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation President and Artistic Director Chris Collins talks about the 2024 lineup and the festival’s impact on Detroit. Wayne State University Vice President for Government & Community Affairs Patrick Lindsey discusses the opening of the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center. Plus, this year’s Jazz Festival poster by Detroit artist Jess Fendo is revealed. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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Brandee Younger to play restored Alice Coltrane harp at 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival
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by Jonathan Shead
2M ago
Alice Coltrane’s harp has been restored and brought back to Detroit, her birthplace. Grammy-nominated harpist Brandee Younger will play the refurbished instrument during a special opening night performance at the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival. Contributor Cecelia Sharpe of 90.9 WRCJ spoke with Younger about Alice Coltrane’s legacy, the restored harp, and her upcoming performance. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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The Detroit Jazz Festival, Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center and this year’s poster artist Jess Fendo
One Detroit » Arts & Culture
by Jonathan Shead
2M ago
Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation President and Artistic Director Chris Collins talks about the 2024 lineup and the festival’s impact on Detroit. Wayne State University Vice President for Government & Community Affairs Patrick Lindsey discusses the opening of the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center. Plus, this year’s Jazz Festival poster by Detroit artist Jess Fendo is revealed. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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Historic Detroit jazz club, the Blue Bird Inn, set for grand revival by Detroit Sound Conservancy
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by Jonathan Shead
2M ago
The historic Blue Bird Inn jazz club on Detroit's west side is getting a massive renovation, thanks to the nonprofit Detroit Sound Conservancy. American Black Journal contributor Cecelia Sharpe talks with members of the community about what the rehab of the club will mean for the surrounding neighborhood. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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Award-winning poet, activist and filmmaker jessica Care moore discusses her role as Detroit Poet Laureate
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by Jonathan Shead
3M ago
Earlier this year, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced Detroit-native jessica Care moore, an award-winning poet, activist, and filmmaker, will serve as the city's new Poet Laureate. Host Stephen Henderson sits down with moore to talk about her appointment to the role, her responsibilities, poetry's impact on people, and her other creative projects. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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Detroit piano prodigy BLKBOK bridges classical and contemporary music to create his unique sound
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by Jonathan Shead
3M ago
Identified as a piano prodigy by the age of eight, Charles Wilson III, known professionally as BLKBOK, has carved a unique path in the music world. For Black Music Month, BLKBOK talks with guest host Trudy Gallant-Stokes about how he blends classical and contemporary music, the significance of his name, his parents' influence, and Detroit's impact on his career. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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The 33rd annual Concert of Colors returns to Detroit, features tribute to MC5
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by Jonathan Shead
3M ago
Concert of Colors, the annual celebration of world music, art and culture, returns to Detroit for its 33rd year. One Detroit’s Chris Jordan talks with Concert of Colors founder Ismael Ahmed about the history of the festival, its growth and how it serves the Detroit community. Plus, Detroit Musician Don Was talks about the festival’s theme of “Peace, Love and Understanding” and a tribute to MC5. Read Now at One Detroit ..read more
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