BLACK CULTURE

Ebony magazine celebrates 65 years; how has the Black culture changed then and would we ever figure it would become as decentralized and diverse as it is today?

The Denver area has a number of events and locations that celebrate Black History Month. While some events occur before February, others are year-round destinations that take on an added significance.

Somehow, we got onto the mailing list of "Black Expressions", a small catalog of books for "black book lovers". Well, I am flabbergasted and horrified by what I found.

Rappers are glorifying a lifestyle that is damaging to black culture.

Langston Hughes was the first African American to successfully support himself with his writing and received critical acclaim for his portrayal of African Americans. He spoke out about black culture in America in his novels, poetry and plays.

You haven't lived until you stop being a "Black" person for what it is worth and the best person you possibly can be ...

Three friends gave me an interesting perspective on Food and Black culture.

Black history month celebrates life, in the fullness of love and its full color spectrum!

There are many famous black history sites to visit in New York City during February which is Black History Month. This list highlights five places that are prominent places in the black history of New York City. Many of the key Black History Month sites are in Harlem.

Blacks in America are still clinging to the slave teaching and insist on celebrating something that is not a part of Black or African Culture, mainly the Christmas holiday.

Somewhere along the line, the black culture has died. The dominance now is in the street way of life, rap music, and saggy pants. It doesn't matter that there are black middle class people in society, because they

Weeksville was founded by James Weeks in 1838 and became a center for black professionals in the 1800s.

The dance music culture had a relatively short and unimpeded journey in becoming a part of the dominant culture in the United Kingdom due to its fresh, electronic sound as well as an open embrace by already-established pop artists and hit-seeking music executives.

A look at the history of Black History Month, the history behind it, and where society is today

I have had enough of the black stereotypes and the obvious ignorance that seems to elude people into believing that the video-vixens and blinged-out-grill-wearing rappers are representative of all Black People.

An editorial conerning the social message of Black History Month.

With many Black audiences looking for positive images on the most popular networks, it seems BET has been the biggest drawback since wanting to find these positive images.

Comparison of the writings of Hoyt W. Fuller and Trey Ellis on the idea of a "Black Aesthetic" provides a reader with valuable insight into the development of what ultimately was the quest for black racial upward mobility.

Music critics said rap music wouldn't last. Record companies said it was too harsh and black-oriented. In twenty years, rap music has grown from its street beginnings in Harlem and the South Bronx.

The messages sent through music are constantly changing to reflect the social and cultural values of the times. Black musical expression needs to be mindful of the social dynamics within which it operates and the strong influence it has on our youth.