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(ThyBlackMan.com) Michael McDonald, one of my hometown buddies from St. Louis and of the Doobie Brothers fame once said in a song: “What a fool believes he sees, no wiseman has the power to reason away; ‘cause what seems to be is always better than nothing at all.” What a ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s a certain mood only Johnny Mathis can create. You hear that first note—soft, romantic, almost whispered—and suddenly the world slows down. Whether it’s playing through a vintage hi-fi system or quietly looping through your earbuds, his music has a way of finding you when you need it most. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Shannon Sharpe, the Hall of Fame tight end turned popular sports broadcaster, is now facing a storm that could shake the very foundation of his career. Known for his sharp tongue, undeniable charisma, and infectious laugh on shows like Undisputed and Nightcap, Sharpe now finds himself battling serious allegations ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I have previously written about the dangerous consequences of America intentionally sabotaging its “soft power.” Doing so has occasioned an opportunity for Russia and China to assume more prominent roles in the mediation, adjudication, and manipulation of global affairs. These two nations are not merely our political and economic ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses of all sizes face an ever-growing threat of cyberattacks. From ransomware to phishing scams, cybercriminals are continuously coming up with new ways to breach security defenses. If you’re relying solely on traditional security measures to protect your organization, you might be leaving yourself ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The first time I saw Prince in purple, I automatically assumed it was in honor of the Minnesota Vikings we admired during our youth. On this day (April 21) in 2016, the world lost one of the greatest musical polymaths to have lived – Prince Rogers Nelson. Born four years ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Many in the Democratic base are frustrated that their party isn’t pounding away at Donald Trump over his attacks on the rule of law, academic independence and decency. That’s not quite the case. Democrats and others opposed to the president’s toxic agenda are seeing some success in the courts. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Grace Jones has always been one of those artists you don’t just listen to—you experience her. The first time I heard her voice, it stopped me in my tracks. Deep, confident, and unapologetically different, it felt like she was singing from another world entirely—one where art, fashion, gender, and ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Few voices in soul music history have captured the raw complexities of love and heartache quite like Percy Sledge. With a vocal style rooted in gospel tradition and delivered with unflinching sincerity, Sledge transformed emotional vulnerability into musical strength. His ability to convey longing, regret, and hope made him ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I see many similarities today that spawned the American Revolution, except that the arrogance and lack of concern for the victims of their harmful regulations and policies come from Washington, DC. It is taught that the American Revolutionary War started on this date in April 1775 with the battles ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When I think about the voices that shaped the sound of grown-up R&B, Alexander O’Neal is always near the top of the list. His music didn’t just fill dance floors or top charts—it tapped into the emotions that so many of us wrestle with: heartbreak, trust, longing, love, and ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) From the moment Ne-Yo stepped onto the scene, I knew he wasn’t just another R&B singer chasing hits—he was a storyteller. His voice had this polished yet emotional clarity that felt like it was speaking directly to you, whether you were dealing with heartbreak, falling hard, or just reflecting ...
