Category: Music
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The Evolved Man of the Week: A.D. Carson
Welcome to the Evolving Man Project’s ‘Evolved Man of the Week’ profiles. Each week we will highlight an individual that embodies what it means to be an evolved man, famous and non-famous men alike. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s honor goes to hip-hop artist, activist, poet, and the University…
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Farewell, Sense8
Adios Amigos… The people closest to me know that I’m not too big into many primetime tv shows on the air. It took my wife months to convince me to finally watch Breaking Bad and The Wire. To be honest, the only tv shows I view outside my marriage (couple shows are a thing, single folks) is…
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The Evolved Man of the Week: Ani Yahzid
Welcome to the Evolving Man Project’s ‘Evolved Man of the Week’ profiles. Each week we will highlight an individual that embodies what it means to be an evolved man, famous and non-famous men alike. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s honor goes to Atlanta native, filmmaker, photographer, musician, and current…
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Random Thoughts on Black Men: Part 1
Black Man, Black Man… As a black man in America, I recognize that there are many ignorant, hateful, and plain old silly stereotypes surrounding folks who look like me. However, some things perplex me as a black man about my fellow black men. Obviously, these things I’m going to point out don’t apply to all…
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Evolved Man of the Week: Marc Lamont Hill
Welcome to the Evolving Man Project’s ‘Evolved Man of the Week’ profiles. Each week we will highlight an individual that embodies what it means to be an evolved man, famous and non-famous men alike. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s honor goes to Philadelphia native, New York Times best-selling author,…
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An Ode to Machine Gun
All the Soldiers Fighting James Marshall Hendrix, a.k.a Jimi Hendrix, is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists. Jimi’s musical showmanship and style were influenced by Bob Dylan, Little Richard, Howlin’ Wolf, Curtis Mayfield, and Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. Just as importantly, Jimi’s life experiences shaped his music. Having served in the U.S Army and rising to fame nationally…
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Evolved Man of the Week: Eugene Bullard
Welcome to the “Black History Month” edition of the Evolving Man Project’s ‘Evolved Man of the Week’ profile. Each week in February, we will highlight a historical black male figure who embodies what it means to be an evolved man, famous and non-famous alike. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s…
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Cam Newton and the Curious Case of the Confident Black Person
Superbowl 50 and the Press Conference from Hell Carolina Panthers Quarterback Cam Newton hasn’t had the best few weeks. On February 7, 2016, he and his team lost the Super Bowl to the Denver Broncos in front of a live audience of 114 million people. And there was a controversial Beyoncé halftime performance (that warrants…
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