Gospel

(ThyBlackMan.com) I’m enjoying a documentary about the Cold War, which, not surprisingly, includes a segment regarding the late Sen. Joseph McCarthy. McCarthy is infamously known as the primary prosecutor of the “Red Scare” of the 1940s and 50s, in which millions of Americans were concerned that communists were plotting to take over our nation. (Interestingly, the documentary does not reveal that McCarthy won his first senatorial campaign with help from […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Few voices in gospel music have ever soared quite like Rance Allen’s. Known as the lead singer of the groundbreaking Rance Allen Group, he fused traditional gospel with soul, funk, and R&B long before it was fashionable, helping shape contemporary gospel music as we know it today. His powerhouse vocals, charismatic stage presence, and fearless genre-crossing made him a once-in-a-generation talent. Whether you’re deeply rooted in gospel or just […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When people talk about the architects of Southern soul, names like Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, and Sam & Dave usually come up first. But leaving out Eddie Floyd means missing one of Stax Records’ most underrated yet vital voices. Best known for the timeless “Knock on Wood,” Floyd was never just a one-hit wonder — he was a gifted songwriter and performer who helped shape the Memphis soul sound […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The big ugly boondoggle, which President Donald Trump calls The Big Beautiful Bill, is a disgusting transfer of resources from the poor to the wealthy, preserving 2017 tax cuts, cutting Medicaid and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance program, or food stamps), imposing new work requirements for benefits, and increasing defense spending by at least thirteen percent.  Kasey Kosgarian, Director of the National Priorities Project of the Institute for Policy Studies posed our choices […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Ashford & Simpson are the husband-and-wife powerhouse whose songwriting defined an era of soul, R&B, and disco. Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson didn’t just pen hits for Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, or Chaka Khan — they built entire sonic universes around love’s highs, lows, and everything in between. From the sweaty, dazzling nights of Studio 54 to quiet living rooms decades later, their songs are proof that some stories […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) “I just aspire to pick people up. That’s my ambition.” – Sade Sade Adu has long captivated the world with her smooth voice, soulful presence, and timeless sound. Her music – defined by coolness, calm, and emotional richness—continues to resonate deeply with fans old and new. Born in Nigeria and raised in the UK, Sade is the creative force behind the band that bears her name, crafting a legacy […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Now that the One Big, Beautiful Bill or as Democratic House Leader Hakeem Jeffries called it the Big, Ugly Bill eyes are focused on next year’s 2026 midterm elections. During the run up to the vote, Congressman Jeffries took the Congress and the nation to church. He talked passionately and recounted the verses in the Book of Matthew, “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) If you grew up in the late ‘80s or early ‘90s, you probably remember Ralph Tresvant as the smooth, boyish voice behind some of New Edition’s sweetest moments. But the beauty of revisiting Ralph’s solo catalog is realizing just how timeless his sound really is. He wasn’t just the sensitive frontman — he was an artist who embraced vulnerability, grown-man swagger, and playful charm all at once. When I […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Every business has a rough day. Sometimes, it’s a missed deadline. Sometimes, it’s a furious email about poor service. Client disputes happen even when you think you’ve done everything right. It can be a nightmare when they do happen. Some clients lose their bedside manner and go all out on giving you hell. The trick isn’t avoiding them. It’s knowing how to handle them like a pro. Read on […]