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American Black Journal
The Sacred and the Secular
It was around the 1930s when gospel music first formed, but how did spiritual music transform from hymns to the contemporary music genre we know today? A look at the history of gospel music and its intersection with the blues. Baptist pastor and blues musician Rev. Robert Jones, Sr. talks to Stephen about the connection between the blues and gospel music. Episode 5026/Segment 2
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James Baldwin exhibit at The Wright, Marygrove Campus Summer Fest, Downtown Boxing Gym.
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ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day, African World Festival and jazz artist Sky Covington.
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Black religious music’s influence and the 17th annual Silence the Violence march.
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Black churches provide sanctuary and support for youth facing mental health challenges.
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CCH Pounder’s art exhibit at The Wright, Michigan Roundtable for Diversity & Inclusion.