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(ThyBlackMan.com) Part 1. Certainly, no one can honestly doubt, accurately deny or innocently dismiss the fact that we are living in treacherous and trying times. When we speak of treacherous times, we are talking of risky and unreliable times, times that are unstable, unpredictable and unworthy of trust even at the most essential levels of social expectations. And when we talk of trying times, we are speaking of times that […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) As we begin to transverse this new year and another trip around the sun, we must resist the temptation to slip into a funk of pessimism, discouragement or depression over things we have absolutely no control. Inflation is beyond our control, it is what it is. Shop wisely, be thrifty. We cannot control the weather, we cannot control the recklessness, malfeasance and corruption we are witnessing all around us […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Stephen Miller has made quite a name for himself in the last few years. At just 39 years of age, he is the new White House Deputy Chief of Staff, as well as U.S. Homeland Security Advisor. Most importantly, Miller is by all accounts one of President Donald Trump’s closest advisors. Miller is the primary architect of Trump’s immigration pronouncements and policies, which was the case during his first […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Few musicians have reshaped the sound of modern music as profoundly as Miles Davis. As a visionary trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, Davis revolutionized jazz multiple times over his career. From bebop to cool jazz, from modal experimentation to electric fusion, he constantly evolved. But at the heart of his genius was the blues—the deeply expressive and emotional core of his music. Davis understood the blues not just as a […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Whenever we deal with some contentious subjects like crime, faith, doctrine or family, we are entering areas of great controversy and debate with opinions being formed and colored by a raft of personal experience. This is especially true when we are dealing with a subject like wealth and poverty. I am not going to define wealth and riches and poverty since all these things are relative and each of […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The 47th President has attacked our government like a bull in a China closet.  He is doing his best to upend precedent and policy, as he promised that he would. He has issued hundreds of executive orders, pardoned convicted criminals (like himself), manipulated the truth through websites, abolished DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion measures), putting hundreds on administrative leave, and caused more damage in just a few days than most do […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Beyoncé is more than just a pop star; she is a cultural phenomenon, an artistic visionary, and one of the most powerful performers of the 21st century. With a career spanning over two decades, Queen Bey has mastered the art of reinvention, creating music that remains timeless no matter how much the industry changes. From Destiny’s Child to her unparalleled solo success, Beyoncé’s songs continue to shape the soundscape […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Louis Armstrong is undoubtedly one of the most influential musicians in American history. A towering figure in jazz and popular music, Armstrong’s gravelly voice, impeccable trumpet playing, and infectious charisma helped shape the landscape of 20th-century music. Known as “Satchmo” or “Pops,” Armstrong’s impact on jazz and swing music transcends generations, with his timeless recordings still captivating audiences today. His work laid the foundation for modern jazz, with innovative […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Many individuals of all backgrounds would identify marching as an organized and uniform way to move forward by walking with a rhythmic pace or stride. Numerous Black Americans would contend that there isn’t another race of people in the world that can move and march with rhythm like Black Americans have for the past 406 years in America. It is safe to say that some individuals have secretly admired […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Claude McKay, one of the most influential figures in the Harlem Renaissance, left behind a rich collection of poetry that captured the complexities of Black identity, resistance, love, and longing. McKay, a Jamaican-American poet, wrote in a style that ranged from vivid depictions of personal struggles to piercing social commentary. His work contributed significantly to the literary landscape of the 20th century, creating a bridge between the Caribbean and […]