Mattel Inc. launched its Inspiring Women Series and honored the late Dr. Maya Angelou with her own barbie doll. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The doll is rocking a multi-colored printed, floor-length dress with a matching hair tie while holding her critically-acclaimed autobiography I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings. “The Maya Angelou Barbie doll is […]
On this date in 1993, the “good girl loves bad boy” hood flick Poetic Justice appeared for the first time on silver screens around the country. Starring the late Tupac Shakur and Janet Jackson, Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information There’s no question that Tupac built an impressive film repertoire during his career, boasting a filmography […]
The Grammys got dragged once again for their lack of diversity at the 2020 award ceremony. To add insult to injury, the Recording Academy’s CEO, Deborah Dugan, filed an explosive complaint against them claiming the voting process was rigged, citing gender and racial discrimination. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Of course, they weren’t going to […]
The month of May marks five years since we lost civil rights activist and world-renowned poet Maya Angelou, and KITH is honoring her legacy by creating a new capsule collection in partnership with the South Central Los Angeles high school named in her memory. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information View this post on Instagram For […]
The life story and poems of Maya Angelou may be coming to Broadway as a one-woman stage performance titled Phenomenal Woman: An Evening With Maya Angelou. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In a statement Angelou’s son Guy Johnson who will be helping with the production, says, “My mother lived an extraordinary life,” Johnson said in […]
Maya Angelou was an American poet, singer, author, dancer and civil rights activist. She is recognized as one of the greatest writers ever. Her first book published in 1969, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, tells of her life up to the age of 17 and brought her international acclaim. The memoir received a […]
In an era fueled by hashtags touting, #MeToo, #BlackLivesMatter, and #BringBackOurGirls why does it feel like Black Women are still one of the most under valued segments of society? Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The strong black woman. That is the image that many blacks are brought up on. From Cleopatra, to Harriet Tubman, to […]
Born April 4, 1928, today is Maya Angelou‘s 90th birthday. Although she passed away in 2014 at the age of 86, she lived a life of purpose. Despite her physical body leaving the earth, her work as an activist, author, and poet lives on forever. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Google has immortalized the “Phenomenal Woman” […]
Can the TRUE hip-hop heads say holla? Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information It looks like 2018 will be beyond superb for powerplayer emcee, Rapsody. The sagacious spitter has been nominated for two Grammy awards thanks to her groundbreaking album, Lalia’s Wisdom. The 9th Wonder produced album has been nominated for Best Rap Album, while one […]
Maya Angelou‘s ‘Phenomenal Woman’ is one of poetry’s most cherished prose. The poem has been performed countless times and its impact is immeasurable. During her life, Maya Angelou worked to empower men, women, and the African American community through literature, poetry, and social activism. British singer Laura Mvula has released an eclectic new visual honoring […]
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information British soul singer Laura Mvula announced her sophomore debut album, The Dreaming Room, by releasing a fiery, uptempo anthem to empower women. Described as a “1970’s-style gospel funk number,” “Phenomenal Woman” is an inspiring, dance-worthy message, giving women a sense of freedom and pride. Advertisement “She battled trials and […]
Stacey Dash caused an uproar in the Black community after appearing on Fox and Friends declaring African Americans had no right to complain about the Oscars’ lack of diversity when there are categorized award shows and channels such as BET and Black History Month. The Mo’ Money actress went on to declare her American status and […]
It is hard to believe that the 2016 Sundance Film Festival is right around the corner! It will take place next year from January 21 to 31. A program of the Sundance Institute, the film festival takes place annually in Park City, Utah. It is the largest independent film festival in the United States. Founded by legendary actor […]
We often forget rapper extraordinaire Nicki Minaj comes from a theater background. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information She reminded us of her unique drama skills when she delivered a unique rendition of Maya Angelou’s iconic “Still I Rise” poem on A&E’s Shining A Light: A Concert for Progress on Race in America. The program is […]
