Today in African American history: Happy birthday, Fats Domino!
World-renowned performer Antoine "Fats" Domino was born on this date in New Orleans in 1928.
Spirit Awards for Indies; Academy Awards highlights
The 30th Film Independent Spirit Awards on Feb. 21, was held beneath an elaborate tent constructed at Santa Monica Beach.
“This Land is Your Land”: 75 years and the fight’s still on
"I have decided long ago that my songs and ballads would not get the hugs and kisses of the capitalistic experts." - Woody Guthrie
“Auschwitz”
" I pass this on, and for those of you who haven't seen my poetry collection I include a poem I wrote in 1955, after my visit to Auschwitz."
“Sassy Mamas”: Generational and gender role reversals
"Sassy Mamas" is a comedy-drama about three longtime girlfriends in Washington, D.C.
Lead Belly discography released
Did he really sing his way out of Southern prisons twice? Did he really travel and sing with the legendary Blind Lemon Jefferson?
Today in African American history: A double birthday
Sir Sidney Poitier, Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE), was born in Miami, Fla., on February 20, 1927, of Bahamian parentage.
West Coast premiere of "Hellman v. McCarthy"
As a Hollywood Blacklist historian, I've eagerly looked forward to seeing the fact-based "Hellman v. McCarthy."
Today in African American history: Dr. Dre turns 50
Dr. Dre, record producer and Grammy-winning rapper, born Andre Romelle Young in Compton, Calif., in 1965, turns 50 today.
"The Water Engine" features wonderful performances
The Water Engine opens in the red glow of flames from a factory furnace, while workers operate drill presses and grinding wheels in a shower of sparks.
