20+ hour, 39+ min ago (355+ words) Torae of the Black Music Collective reflects on the changing dynamics within hip hop, the toll of industry challenges, and the continued push for greater protections for artists. Leading the Black Music Collective "We have to come together, support each other, put each other on pedestals, and build together." Jaz:" How do you see your role?Torae: "I'm no figurehead. I'm a Coney Island kid. I'm not nobody that's just there for a look. I'm really from the culture; I'm really an independent artist. I'm really an MC from Coney Island, from Brooklyn, New York" Hip Hop Beef and Unity "It's better together than apart." Advocacy and Legal Challenges Hip Hop, Accountability, and History "I can't control nothing that happened before I got there. I can control everything that happens now that I'm here." Jaz:"What about lyricism?Torae:It…...

18+ hour, 15+ min ago (148+ words) Learn where did this retail frenzy we call Black Friday came from, the story isn't as simple as stores finally getting "in the black" for the year. As technology advanced, retailers saw a new opportunity to extend the shopping season. This led to the creation of "Cyber Monday" in 2005. The idea was to encourage people to continue their spending online when they returned to work, using their high-speed internet connections. It quickly became a massive success, turning the post-Thanksgiving shopping period into a multi-day event. TRENDING STORY: How To Support Black-Owned Restaurants This Thanksgiving TRENDING STORY: "We Ain't Buying It!' Black Voters Matter Co-Founder LaTosha Brown Issues National Call For Black Friday Boycott Klay Thompson Fires Back At "Disgusting And Disturbing" Ex-NBA Stars' Comments About Megan Thee Stallion 20 Stars So Sexy You'll Need To Fan Yourself, Vol. 1...

19+ hour, 5+ min ago (91+ words) Your one stop for all things Black America! | Breaking national news, entertainment news, celebrity news, Black-owned businesses, and Black history facts. Here's what we need to know today, delivered by the one and only Sybil Wilkes. Staying informed is a powerful tool for our community, helping us navigate the world and advocate for the change we want to see." Klay Thompson Fires Back At "Disgusting And Disturbing" Ex-NBA Stars' Comments About Megan Thee Stallion 20 Stars So Sexy You'll Need To Fan Yourself, Vol. 1...

16+ hour, 32+ min ago (345+ words) A fan's disruptive actions interrupt Lenny Kravitz's concert, forcibly removing several of the musician's signature locs. Lenny Kravitz experienced an unforgettable and painful moment during his recent concert in Brisbane, Australia. While performing on November 21 as part of his Blue Electric Light tour, the 61-year-old rock icon had four of his dreadlocks ripped from his head by an overly enthusiastic fan. The shocking incident occurred during his performance of "Let Love Rule," a song known for its intimate and interactive vibe. In a video shared on his Instagram Stories after the show, Kravitz recounted the bizarre encounter with a mix of humor and disbelief. "Brisbane, that was wild. That was wild," he began. "So when I went out for "Let Love Rule," a very excited young lady pulled four dreadlocks out of the back of my head. You know how…...