(ThyBlackMan.com) When the conversation turns to the giants of the tenor saxophone, Hank Mobley’s name doesn’t always come up first — but it should. Sometimes dubbed “the middleweight champion of the tenor sax,” Mobley carved out his place not with the explosive power of Coltrane or the breathy romanticism of ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Within the space of twenty-four hours L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and the L.A. County Board of Supervisors announced a package of aid and support programs for immigrants and immigrant rights groups. The funding for the programs will come from public and private sources. The move by Bass and the ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) God is puzzling, and the wise knows it, for He puzzles them day by day. Fools find God puzzling too, for although they benefit from his providence every day, yet they say in their hearts that He does not exist. Believers find God puzzling too, not in the ways ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Accidents that cause injury can come unexpectedly, shaking the stability of families and communities. Personal injury happens when someone is harmed because of another person’s carelessness or a dangerous situation. For many Black families, these injuries carry more than just physical pain. They can mean struggles with medical bills, ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Car accidents disrupt lives in an instant, leaving families to face challenges that go far beyond the physical injuries. For Black families, the emotional and financial toll can be especially difficult to manage. The suddenness of a crash often means there is little time to prepare for what comes ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Slip and fall injuries can happen to anyone, but they often affect families in ways that go beyond the physical. In many Black communities, homes are not just places to live but centers of family, culture, and connection. While these spaces bring comfort, it’s important to recognize the small, ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When music lovers talk about the golden age of soul, Ben E. King’s name inevitably comes up — and for good reason. Best known for “Stand By Me,” King was more than just one immortal hit. His voice carried the warmth and quiet strength that defined an entire generation ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) As we move and make our way through the troubled, treacherous and trap-laden waters of our time, we, as a people, are morally compelled to deal deliberately and decisively with the many critical issues that confront us and call us to action. We speak here of the ethical imperative ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) President Donald Trump continually blasts the Federal Reserve, chaired by Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates facilitating what is called, “a cheap money economy.” When Mr. Trump calls for lower interest rates, he is asking for cheap money. Naturally, when the Federal Reserve raises or lowers interest rates, it affects ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When you think about soul and funk legends of the ‘70s and ‘80s, certain names dominate the headlines — but true music lovers know Carl Carlton belongs firmly in that conversation. His voice, brimming with warmth and swagger, helped shape an era defined by unforgettable grooves, heartfelt ballads, and ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When we look back at the evolution of soul, doo-wop, and classic R&B, few groups embody the genre’s enduring spirit quite like The Dells. Formed in 1952 and enduring lineup changes, label shifts, and shifting musical eras, The Dells carved out a singular place for themselves in American music ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Life is demanding, it pulls us powerfully in different directions and we agonize greatly because sometimes the impetus is in different directions. Believers are not like Malthus, we are unable to look in opposite directions at the same time, and yet when we choose to look in one direction ...