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Thursday Open Thread | Remembering Those Lost in 2016: David Bowie

Posted on January 21, 2016 by rikyrah

How David Bowie Inspired—and Was Inspired by—Black Artists The iconic singer, who died of cancer Sunday, embraced the work of black artists and was an advocate for diversity in the entertainment industry. BY: MIKOL L. CLARKE AND ADRIAN LOVING Posted: … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread |Remembering Those Lost in 2016: Otis Clay

Posted on January 20, 2016 by rikyrah

Otis Clay, R&B Singer, Dies at 73 By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS JAN. 11, 2016 Otis Clay, a rhythm-and-blues singer who was also known for his charitable work in Chicago, died there on Jan. 8. He was 73. The cause was … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread | Remembering Those Lost in 2016: Natalie Cole

Posted on January 19, 2016 by rikyrah

2016 isn’t three weeks old, and it’s been rough. There have been major losses in the Arts Community. They have come so close together, that in a way, it’s sort of overwhelming. But, I don’t want us to dwell on … Continue reading →

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