Recap For Black History

Black History Month is a time to learn information that is not taught in the traditional setting. It became a month-long celebration in 1976 and it involves honoring important events and people who have impacted African American history.

Black History Month Facts

For the past two semesters, I have been studying African American Studies, African American Psychology, and African American History. During this time, I learned about the African Diaspora which described the mass dispersion of Africans across the world during the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

African American Abolitionist

In class, we also thoroughly examined the teachings and contributions of abolitionist, social activist, and political leaders. Some contributors to the liberation of African Americans include Paul Cuffee, Marcus Garvy, David Walker, and the Black Panther Party.

Other impactful people recognized during Black History Month include actors, models, poets, and singers that paved the way for African Americans in the publication, film, and fashion arenas.

Recognized entertainers include the likes of Paul Laurance Dunbar, Maya Angelou, Gordon Parks, Sammy Davis Jr., Eartha Kitt, James Balwin and many more.

If your information about any of the parties listed is not from in-depth research, I would take another look at the facts.

This year, I've decided to honor Black History Month by locating underrated or unknown African American artists in any genre and immersing myself in my findings.

First up is, D Smoke with his new song Black Habits. He originated from the Netflix show Rythem + Flow. D Smoke is from Inglewood, Califonia, his real name is Daniel Ferris and he was a Spanish teacher before winning the show's 25 thousand dollar grand prize.

Next, is the American violinist Sudan Archives. Her real name is Brittney D. Parks, she is signed to Stone Throw Records and currently based in Los Angeles, California. When I discovered Archives, it was her song Confessions that made me instantly a fan. The Ohio born, Cincinnati native definitely deserves your time because her visuals are a must-see.

Here we have Tobe Nwigwe and the Originals with his song Caged Birds. Tobe is a Nigerian American who was a linebacker for the University of North Texas. When he left football, he released music video every Sunday titled #getTWISTEDsundays. Tobe's work earned him recognition from Ericka Badu and Ohioan Dave Chappelle and he just completed his 2019 Ivory tour

Stay High

BALDWIN

Lastly, I have Jamila Woods and Brittany Howard from the Alabama Shakes. Howard released her first solo album titled Jaime in September of 2019. You can watch the music video featuring Terry Crews for the song Stay High with the link above.

Another great band worth mentioning is the group called the Avalanches. Check out their song "Because I'm Me" in the link below. This song gives off Jackson Five vibes with a sense of 70s nostalgia.

This concludes the music selection I discovered in February. Do you know of an artist or band that I should check out next? Drop a few names in the comment section below. To view my last post on National Women's Month >>>Click Here>>>.

Below please enjoys today's poem selection from my Library Of Thoughts.

~Greatness~

My Brother and sister our time is near.

I can feel it, can you hear it?

We vibe on synergy

far beyond the usual.

Yet, We slipping

playing games and the paper chasing.

We have everything we need

to be the greatest we can be

King and queen

Born to leave a legacy

Yet, Life trying to take us out

Make us statistics.

But hear my words

let them be clear,

We are people of greatness not fear.

~Greatness~

As always, thank you for reading and remember, Keep Open Ears, Eyes, &Mind, 'Till Next time!