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15th February 2026

AbuQuadim Haqq and Drexciya: Afrofuturism, and the Visual Language of Detroit Techno

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Artists Music Visual Arts

This article examines Drexciya’s afrofuturist mythology, The Drexciyan Compendium, and Abdul Qadim Haqq’s essential role in visually shaping Detroit techno’s underwater sonic universe.

21st December 2025

Sun Ra Day Festival Film Series: Mentorship, Legacy & Community

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Documentaries Festival Film

A behind-the-scenes look at the Sun Ra Day Festival film series—mentorship, community collaboration, and honoring Sun Ra’s Birmingham roots.

28th October 2025

Chronicles of Doom: Unraveling Rap’s Masked Iconoclast | Book Talk

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Literature Music Poetry

In this rare interview, author S.H. Fernando Jr. (aka SKIZ) breaks down the mystery, humor, and genius of MF DOOM that’s revealed in his new book The Chronicles of DOOM.

22nd May 2025

Signed Album Auction for Red Hot + Ra

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Concert Music

Music fans and collectors, can bid on a silent auction of a SOLD OUT, LIMITED EDITION vinyl of Outer Spaceways Incorporated: Kronos Quartet & Friends Meet Sun Ra to benefit Red Hot Organization

12th May 2025

Sun Ra Day Festival 2025: Birmingham Honors a Cosmic Pioneer

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Concert Festival Visual Arts

Celebrate Sun Ra’s 111th birthday in Birmingham with music, film, and art honoring his cosmic legacy.

11th March 2025

Brick City Club Music: The Evolution of Jersey Club, Jersey Trap, and Tang Dance

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Dance Genre Music

Discover the origins of Jersey Club, Jersey Trap, and the Tang dance style, a high-energy music movement born in Newark, NJ.

20th February 2025

Feel Good L.A. Recap: Tony Touch Brings NYC’s DJ Legacy to the West Coast

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Genre Music

Feel Good L.A. delivered a night of musical history, featuring NYC’s DJ Tony Touch

06th January 2025

Laurie Anderson: A Visionary Pioneer of Art, Technology, and Sound

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Artists Music

Laurie Anderson, has revolutionized the music and art world with her poetic storytelling, multimedia creations, and the innovative experimental instruments she has invented.

14th May 2024

Zeman Reps AfroPop from Nirobi Kenya | New Artist Spotlight

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Artists Music

ZEMAN is an Afro-Pop artist from the music scene in Nairobi, Kenya.

14th April 2024

Meshell Ndegeocello: Releases Sun Ra Tribute album The Magic City

Posted by David Grandison Jr.
Artists Music

Meshell Ndegeocello, the trailblazing musician and activist, has just released her latest album “The Magic City” in collaboration with the Red Hot Organization.

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