Hip-hop icon and record executive Irving “Irv Gotti” Lorenzo Jr., the mastermind behind Murder Inc. Records, has died at 54, the cause of death has not been announced.
Arts + Culture
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Posted inMusic
Kendrick Lamar Brings America to the Stage with a History-Making Super Bowl Halftime Show
Kendrick Lamar’s performance at the Super Bowl halftime show was a powerful exploration of Black identity, resistance, and artistic dominance, making it a cultural shift and a moment where hip-hop owned the stage.
Posted inEvents
Vybez is HERE: A New Creative Hub for the Community
Vybez, a Black-owned immersive art gallery, dance studio, and event space, is opening its doors on March 1st, 2025 in Saint Paul, offering a space for creatives to showcase their work and celebrate their culture.
Posted inFashion
Today’s Black Designers Who Are Shaping the Future of American Fashion
Black designers like LaQuan Smith, Sergio Hudson, and Christopher John Rogers are reshaping American fashion by creating bold strides, elevating the industry, and redefining what it means to be a designer.
Posted inVibrant Storefronts
Flavor World and the Vibrant Storefronts Project: Revitalizing Minneapolis Through Creativity
Flavor World, a Minneapolis-based creative brand, is transforming a vacant downtown space into a community-driven art and cultural hub, with its mission of “leaving the world more creative than we found it.
Posted inArts + Culture
Casey Riley on GIANTS: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is set to host GIANTS: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, a groundbreaking exhibition featuring nearly 100 significant works by Black diasporic artists.
Posted inMusic
Tyler, the Creator’s ‘Chromakopia’ Tour Kicks Off in St. Paul with a Bold, Theatrical Transformation
Tyler, the Creator opened his Chromakopia Tour with a metamorphosis, blending past and present in a way only he could, with a theatrical opening and a shift in tone, and closing with powerful performances.
Posted inTelevision
Sly Lives: The Burden of Black Genius and Questlove’s Tribute to a Legend
A new documentary about Sly Stone, a musical genius who revolutionized the soundscape of the 60s and 70s, offers an in-depth look at his life and legacy, exploring his struggles with mental health, addiction, and the challenges that ultimately led him to step away from the public eye.
Posted inTelevision
The 26th Annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration: A Night of Music, Inspiration, and Football
The 26th Annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, on FOX, featuring performances by various musical legends, including The Isley Brothers, Yolanda Adams, and Muni Long, as well as honoring outstanding individuals such as former NFL star Michael Strahan.
Posted inFashion
Our Favorite Beauty Moments From The 2025 15 Percent Pledge Gala
The 2025 Fourth Annual Fifteen Percent Pledge Gala was a night of stunning beauty moments, showcasing Black Girl Magic and Black Boy Joy, with attendees like Keke Palmer, Teyana Taylor, and Precious Lee, who all brought their unique styles and elegance to the red carpet.
Posted inEvents
Flahn Manly and His Art of Resistance, Love, and Peace
Minneapolis-based artist Flahn Manly has a new exhibit titled “Joy is My Weapon” which explores the transformative power of joy, love, and peace, and is on display at the NE Sculpture Gallery Factory in Minneapolis from February 5-8, 2025.
Posted inTelevision
Why Hulu’s Paradise Is the Show You Can’t Miss
The Hulu series “Paradise” is a thriller that transforms from a murder mystery into a sci-fi thriller, exploring themes of wealth disparity and survival in a post-apocalyptic world while delivering a game-changing twist that shifts the entire narrative.
Posted inEvents
Autumn Knight Live at the Walker, 2025: A Bold Fusion of Screen and Stage
Autumn Knight’s upcoming performance, Autumn Knight Live at the Walker, 2025, at the Walker Art Center’s McGuire Theater, will challenge traditional notions of live performance by blurring the boundaries between screen and stage, raising questions about the nature of “liveness” and how technology can enhance our understanding of performance.
Posted inMusic
Black Artistry Dominates The 67th GRAMMYs In An Evening Of Groundbreaking Wins
Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Doechii, SZA, Tems, Muni Long, CeCe Winans, and Diana Ross were among the winners at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, which celebrated Black excellence in music and culture.
Posted inEvents
A Night of Creativity and Connection: The Legacy Building Open House
The Legacy Building, a vibrant hub for local Black creatives in South Minneapolis, is hosting its highly anticipated Open House on February 19, 2025, featuring a live jam session, creative activities, and the launch of the Creative Freedom Fund, an initiative designed to empower local creatives.
Posted inEvents
Experience “Institute of Ice” at Mia: A Winter Art Spectacle
The Minneapolis Institute of Art will host the Institute of Ice on February 6, 2025, featuring nine hand-carved ice sculptures inspired by the soon-to-open Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys exhibition and Mia’s world-renowned collection.
Posted inBlack History
Who I Am: A Celebration of Black Identity Through Art
Minneapolis Public Schools is showcasing the work of local Black artists in an exhibition celebrating Black identity, featuring works from both local and national artists and a special opening reception on February 4.
Posted inEvents
GloRilla Brings the Heat to Minneapolis on Her Glorious Tour
GloRilla, the rising rap star, is bringing her Glorious Tour to Minneapolis on March 27, 2025, at the Armory, in a highly anticipated performance with openers Queen Key and Boston Richey.
Posted inBooks
Book on stroke recovery ‘a testament to the resilience of the human spirit’
In “Brainstorming: Inside the Mind of a Stroke Survivor,” Isaac Peterson shares his transformative journey from a massive stroke to recovery, offering insights into the challenges of stroke survivors and the resilience of the human spirit.
Posted inEvents
Ride the New York subway with Milo and his imagination
Children’s Theatre Company’s new musical “Milo Imagines the World” features a book by Terry Guest, music and lyrics by Christian Albright and Christian Magby, and musical direction by Sanford Moore, with opening night set for February 8.