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The Unsung Heroes of D-Day
During World War II, thousands of Allied troops landed in Normandy on June 6, 1944 for the historic D-Day invasion, including roughly 2,000 African American soldiers. Despite facing discrimination in a segregated military, they fought alongside their comrades with courage. The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, the only African American combat unit that day, set up […]
Highlighting NB’s Black History
Elm Hill, a small town near Gagetown, NB is one of Canada’s earliest black settlements. Despite the fact that it once thrived as a decently sized farming community, now only 50 residents remain. Every year, around 50 people gather for an annual reunion on Elm Hill to celebrate its rich black history and discuss their […]
Black Culture’s Influence in Music
Hip-hop and rap music is perhaps one of the most prominent and well-known parts of black culture. Artists such as Tupac and Biggie Smalls paved the way for this genre of music; their lyrics about the struggles and issues that marginalized people face in the United States started a movement that moved rappers to break […]
Permanent Forum on African Descent
Moncton, Tuesday, April 16, 2024 – The third session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent has commenced today at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, running until April 19, 2024, under the theme “The Second International Decade for People of African Descent: Combating Systemic Racism, Restorative Justice, and Sustainable Development.“ The NBPCPAD […]
Is Music the Key to Success?
Multiple studies link music study to academic achievement. But what is it about serious music training that seems to correlate with outsize success in other fields? The connection isn’t a coincidence. I know because I asked. I put the question to top-flight professionals in industries from tech to finance to media, all of whom had […]
The 5 Elements Needed For Music Industry Success
You are about to learn the five critical elements that have fueled the success of all great musicians’ careers. Until you possess these key elements for yourself, it will be nearly impossible for you to reach your musical dreams and build a successful career in the music business. Read below to discover these five key […]