Few conversations in pop music generate as much passion as the debate over who, if anyone, could ever come close to filling Michael Jackson’s shoes. The King of Pop set a standard so towering that most artists are reluctant to even enter the discussion. But Akon, the Senegalese-American singer and producer behind some of the…
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Discover the untold story of Roberta Flack this Black History Month.
OWN will celebrate the legendary career of Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Roberta Flack with a two-hour special, OWN Spotlight: Roberta. The documentary will air Thursday, March 12 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, as part of the network’s Women’s History Month programming. The film provides an intimate look at Flack’s life, charting her journey from early piano…
What HBCU bands reveal about Michael Jackson’s untold story?
This spring, three historically Black colleges and universities are taking center stage to honor the life, music, and cultural impact of Michael Jackson. Florida A&M University, Jackson State University, and Southern University are celebrating his artistry in a dynamic showcase leading up to the release of Michael, the highly anticipated cinematic portrayal of the King…