Entries were received from the U.S. and abroad, including Africa and Germany
DALLAS, Texas, May 17, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) â After a 30-day call for entries, winners for the black album.mixtape. were announced during a virtual Block Party event. The black album. mixtape. is an initiative of Regina Taylor â the Golden Globe-winning actress, playwright, and activist â in partnership with Southern Methodist Universityâs (SMU) Meadows School of the Arts. In response to the historical significance of 2020 defined by COVID-19 and social protest, the black album. mixtape. invited students, professionals, and the community to explore identity, activism, art, and change.
âThe recipients of the black album mixtape awards represent a myriad of voices in several fields who are shining their transformative light in these difficult times,â said Ms. Taylor. âWe received entries from all over the U.S. and abroad. Iâm very honored to have hosted this initiative to showcase a shining array of talent on this platform to be a witness and recording this moment as we find our footing towards paths to a better tomorrow.â