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Wed, 03/10/2021 - 5:00am Doris Swanner-Black passed away peacefully on February 24, 2021 in Dallas. She was born on December 26, 1935 to Benjamin “Buck” and Lucille Mathis in Maud, Texas. She loved God, her family, her churches, nursing, traveling, airplanes, and riding motorcycles. She lived life to the fullest and had many passions, from helping others, entertaining, volunteering, and staying healthy. It didn’t matter if it was an adventure or trying new things, she was all-in and full-speed ahead. She was very involved in her churches, the Mt. Pleasant Church of God of Prophesy / Family Worship and the Northeast Texas Bikers Church. In 1951 Doris married Devon Swanner in Houston ....
UNCF CALIFORNIA OFFICES TO HOST STATEWIDE VIRTUAL GALA SUPPORTING HBCUs AND STUDENTS Fundraising event honors notable corporations, individuals and recording artists who are advancing educational opportunities for young people SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) For the first time, UNCF (United Negro College Fund) offices in Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco will co-host a statewide virtual UNCF “A Mind Is…” Gala, on Thursday, March 4, 2021 . Hosted by actress, and television host, Holly Robinson Peete , the newly virtual fundraising program will be immediately followed by acclaimed recording artists’ performances including Ledisi, Chaka Kahn, Stephanie Mills and a special award presentation by UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael L. Lomax. ....
The crowning glory is Swift’s version of I Contain Multitudes, from Dylan’s new album Rough and Rowdy Ways. “It’s a love song, and a prayer,” she said of the song. “And it’s about his life, but it’s also about what art and music and literature can mean to humanity. And to me that’s an extraordinary thing to meditate on, particularly when our social interactions are so limited.” All of the above could be said of Blonde on the Tracks itself. – Andrew Stafford The Avalanches – We Will Always Love You We Will Always Love You is a miraculous-sounding record, infatuated with the universe and the infinite nature of energy, light and – especially – sounds that echo in the void for eons. Sample-based music is inherently tactile; artists like the Avalanches pick up and tool around with old vinyl that’s traded hands before. And on this record, they’ve leaned into that tactility and the sensoriality of music, turning images into sound and back agai ....
Love Above Records Spotlighting some of the best local compilations and mix series to emerge this year. It’s been a little quiet from the electronic side of Australia’s vibrant music scene, with dancefloors being cancelled and boogieing considered illegal for the best part of the year. But despite 2020 attempting to decimate the scene, the community ethos has shined through in other ways. If this year taught us anything, it’s that nothing will stop the creativity, the rich supportive growing network and the countless collaborations emerging despite all odds. Two major themes were born this year as events got put on hold – compilations, featuring some of the most talented local producers, and some incredibly creative mix series’ unearthed to support the exceptional talent in the scene. Here are a few highlights of the year. ....