Imani's Faith: Swagger on a Hundred Thousand Trillion:
There is a new epidemic that has landed in the Hip Hop community. It seems as though everyone has a boost of confidence. This particular boost is called Swagger also known as ‘swagga’ and better known as ‘swag’. You might have heard the term used in several songs such as “Turn my Swag on” and “Swag Surfing’”. Read in Full >>
Imani's Faith: Baltimore's Got Talent:
In the midst of lies, deceit, crime, and violence, Baltimore’s youth prove that there is hope for this city. I was able to witness four very talented youth come into the WOLB station and bless the city with their voices. It made me feel hopeful to know that my faith for the improvement of Baltimore is not in vain. Read in Full >>
BMORE's BEST Summer Talent Showcase on WOLB 1010 AM with Doni Glover:
It's official! For the next few weeks, there will be a summer talent showcase on WOLB 1010 AM with Doni Glover on Tuesdays from 10 to 11 am. The cost is FREE. So, sing your heart out! Interested parties should contact Leamon Best at 410.383.8334.
Sponsors include www.bmorenews.com, Leamon Best and LAB Productions, David Miller, and the Urban Leadership Institute.
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Guest Editorial: The Poetics Of Political Thinking:
I didn’t realize until I received many emails after the first posting that a person being passionate about the arts and politics in equal measure was such a rarity. In fact, I thought it common knowledge that the two were connected indefinitely. I thought it appropriate that this be my post for the year because it will set the platform for the articles that will follow in weeks to come. I was invited to write here because I am an Independent, as I explained before. I am an Independent because of my understanding of America and its purpose. The arts and philosophy have helped to shape those ideas for me just as they did our founding fathers. Read in Full >>
TGR: BET: "Big Ass Chain"? Enough Is Enough!:
BET, in my best estimation, is a profit-driven entity like any other business. However, black America deserves so much more. BET depicts black people as savages with animalistic and materialistic ambitions. BET, from my perspective, condones drug dealing and orgies, popping bottles and partying, and avoids the true beauty of the black experience in America. Somewhere along the line, some industry executives have told our young and beautiful artists that in order to make money, they have to be murderous thugs, whores and prostitutes. Read in Full >>
Happy, Happy Birthday Valerie!:
A special "Happy Birthday" to Valerie Henson. Not looking a day over 16, she is one of the gems in the City of Baltimore and works arduously everyday on behalf of the citizens to make our city greater.
Thanks, Val!
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Support Historic Pennsylvania Avenue's Arabber's Market on Sundays from 9 am to 3 pm:
The Pennsylvania Avenue Redevelopment Collaborative (PARC) invites all to attend the Arabber's Market on Sundays from 9 am to 3 pm. This was designed for the community, especially church-goers.
PARC was established in 1999 to help rejuvenate the Pennsylvania Avenue business corridor, a strip which has undergone tumultuous urban blight. However, many believe that 'the Avenue' can be great again. Historically, this was the 'mecca' for black folks back in the day.
FMI, please call 410.669.5397.
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TGR: “Thriller”: A Superstar Forever:
In 2006, I got to hear of his greatness first-hand during a visit to Ethiopia. There, they regard him in a very special manner. You see, he helped them during a famine. I learned that when you give hungry people food and water, they will never forget you. Read in Full >>
