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Uncovered Spaces

While writing a book about the trailblazing female entrepreneur who started Richmond’s first silent movie theater, a local author discovers a neglected history of Black vaudeville.

Without Apology: Abortion in Literature

Some of the most powerful, important abortion narratives show working-class women terminating their pregnancies without regret or anguish.

Meet the American who first recorded the blues, nation's original pop diva Mamie Smith

Vaudeville performer Mamie Smith recorded "Crazy Blues" in 1920, widely regarded as the first recorded blues hit. The success of American blues inspired rock 'n' roll.

Black trailblazers: How blues icon Mamie Smith paved way for Beyoncé

Here s how Mamie Smith paved the way for Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Beyoncé and more of your favorite Black female recording artists.

Music now in the public domain from 1st January, 2022