Gospel

(ThyBlackMan.com) Solomon Burke’s contributions to American music are often underrepresented in mainstream discussions of soul, yet his influence is undeniable. Known as the “King of Rock ’n’ Soul,” Burke was a powerhouse vocalist whose work seamlessly blended gospel, R&B, country, and blues. His recordings throughout the 1960s—and well into the 2000s—offered not only vocal brilliance but also emotional intelligence, lyrical depth, and social relevance. Burke’s unique ability to interpret a […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When we think of the voices that built soul music from the ground up, Jerry Butler—affectionately known as The Iceman—rises near the top of that list. His voice wasn’t just smooth—it was wise, weathered, and full of heart. He had that rare ability to make you feel like he was speaking directly to you, whether he was singing about devotion, heartbreak, or emotional survival. Butler didn’t just record soul […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) With Consumer Spending, or consumption spending accounting for 68-70% of U.S. gross domestic product (GDP), according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), “the 68-70% figure alone is proof,” it is Consumer Spending that is at the heart of growth and Job creation. Increase Consumer Spending and you increase Job creation. It makes you wonder why policy makers would risk wrecking our economy with Trump’s projected $3.8 trillion to $5.0 trillion Trump tax cut […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Where is Barack Obama? Democrats had been frustrated that their charismatic former president had gone silent on MAGA’s march of mayhem. Where is that smooth, persuasive voice? It has risen. Obama has spoken, and Democrats would do well to take in the message. “You could be as progressive and socially conscious as you wanted,” Obama sternly told an audience in Connecticut, “and you did not have to pay a […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) For African American families, honoring ancestors and preserving generational wisdom are deeply held traditions. From oral storytelling to Sunday dinners, remembrance is stitched into the fabric of everyday life. Yet, beyond words and rituals, there’s a growing movement to honor this legacy in a way that’s both physical and enduring—through the earth itself. Planting trees as memorials is one powerful way to pay tribute to those who came before […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Mesh coils are redefining how flavour is delivered in modern vaping devices by using a structured mesh heating element that vaporises e-liquid more efficiently and uniformly. Unlike traditional round-wire coils, mesh coils offer increased surface area, faster ramp-up time, and better thermal distribution, which results in consistent and intense flavour output. The shift toward mesh coil technology reflects changing consumer priorities in the UK vape market, where flavour precision […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) After Israel’s latest military attack on another nation, Trump  says  “I gave Iran a 60-day ultimatum to “Make A Deal!.“  That makes the U. S. a partner in this latest tragedy.  When will our current U. S. leaders learn that you can’t threaten people believing your threats will make them do what you alone want them to do? Israeli and American leaders must come to a place where they understand threats nor […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Douglas Turner Ward (1930-2021) wrote a searing play, Days of Absence that depicted the way life might be like in a small southern town where all of the Black folks disappeared.  Predictably, white folks could not walk and chew gum, neither at one time nor at the same time. They could not boil water, feed their children, nor manage their own feeding. The fictional town just about falls apart in the […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Ronald Isley’s voice is more than a melody—it’s a feeling. It’s the slow drop of a bassline in a smoky lounge. It’s the sweet ache of falsetto drifting over candlelight. For over six decades, Isley hasn’t just sung soul—he’s defined it. Whether serenading hearts with The Isley Brothers or stepping out solo in silk-smooth confidence, Ronald’s vocals carry the weight of generations, gliding across love ballads, funk grooves, and […]