Today In History
‘Lauryn Hill, hip-hop and R&B diva, won five Grammy Awards-the most ever by a woman-on this date February 24, 1999. Hill, whose debut solo album was entitled “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” received ten awards nominations.’
(photo: Lauryn Hill)
- CARTER Magazine
Yasiin Bey: Niggas In Poorest
Yasiin Bey formerly known as Mos Def brings you ‘Niggas In Poorest.’ A remix version of Niggas In Paris done by Jay-Z & Kanye West.
- CARTER Magazine
Today In History
‘Haki Madhubuti is a renowned activist, author, educator, poet and founder of the Third World Press, was born on this date February 23, 1942. Madhubuti is a major contributor to the Black literary tradition, in particular through his early association with the Black Arts Movement beginning in the mid-60s, and which has had a lasting and major influence, even today.’
(photo: Haki Madhubuti)
- CARTER Magazine
Fashion’s Next 2012 Event: SpagLO
SpagLO an artist/designer and the creator of Union Street attended the Fashion’s Next 2012 event during fashion week. While enjoying some dope music from DJ Chelsea Leyland he stumbled upon a crowd of people playing with the W Hotel’s block light mosphere setup, so Spag thought why not “Let me take a shot at it.”
(Fashion Was Here photo by Billy Farrell)
- CARTER Magazine
Today In History We Honor Walter Mosley
‘Walter Mosley is one of the most versatile and admired writers in America today. He is the author of more than 34 critically acclaimed books, including the major bestselling mystery series featuring Easy Rawlins. His work has been translated into 23 languages and includes literary fiction, science fiction, political monographs, and a young adult novel. He is the winner of numerous awards, including an O. Henry Award, a Grammy and PEN America’s Lifetime Achievement Award. He lives in New York City.’ - bio
(photo: Walter Mosley)
- CARTER Magazine
Today In History
‘Nina Simone, entertainer known as the “High Priestess of Soul,” was born in Tryon, NC, on this date February 21, 1933. Simone recorded the highly acclaimed “I Love You Porgy” in 1959.’
“So while you’re imitating Al Capone, I’ll be Nina Simone and defacating on your microphone” - Lauryn Hill/Ready or Not
(photo: Nina Simone)
- CARTER Magazine
In Our Heads About Our Hair: Documentary
A documentary that examines with candor and humor Black women’s issues regarding hair and self-esteem, and advocates for the acceptance of all hairstyle choices. by Hemamset Angaza
Directed by Hemamset Angaza
Produced by Anu Prestonia, Maitefa Angaza and Paulette Maat Kesa Tabb
CLICK HERE to watch the trailer.
- CARTER Magazine
Rapha: Evangelistic Worship Center
CARTER™ Magazine had the pleasure of meeting Michael Turner Lewis, founder of Rapha. Michael’s ministry brings back the energy of our icons we remember from our glorious past (Martin, Malcolm and Carmichael).
Enjoy this inspirational video CARTER™ captured of Michael Turner Lewis ministry at Rapha, located in Brooklyn, NY, with an interview to follow.
For more information about Michael Turner Lewis and Rapha CLICK HERE
- CARTER Magazine
Today In History
‘Sydney Poitier, actor and “Academy Award” winner for his performance in Lilies of the Field, was born in Miami, FL, on this date February 20, 1924.’
(photo: Sydney Poitier)
- CARTER Magazine
Bridging The Gap Between History & Hip-Hop: Black Wall Street (Part 1)
“It was all a DREAM!” Bridging The Gap Between History & Hip-Hop: Black Wall Street Documentary began a journey four years ago for CARTER™ Magazine founders Queon Martin & Datwon Thomas, to create a social business that can recreate Black Wall Street within the culture of hip-hop… On this journey they toured with the documentary across the east cost line to schools and community base programs and asked “How can we recreate Black Wall Street with the hip-hop culture?” Out of this journey came CARTER™ Magazine.
Enjoy part one of Bridging The Gap Between History & Hip-Hop: Black Wall Street. CLICK HERE to enjoy part two through five afterward to see the full fifty-five minute long documentary.
WHERE HISTORY & HIP-HOP MEET
- CARTER Magazine
