This week open threads will highlight Gil Scott Heron's works. Gilbert "Gil" Scott-Heron (April 1, 1949 – May 27, 2011) was an American soul and jazz poet, musician, and author, known primarily for his work as a spoken word performer in the 1970's and '80's. His collaborative efforts with musician Brian Jackson featured a musical fusion of jazz, blues, and soul, as well … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Gil Scott Heron Week
Gil Scott Heron
Saturday Open Thread: Black Music Month celebrates Stevie Wonder and Gil Scott Heron’s tour for King Holiday
Happy Saturday POU! On November 2, 1983, the official federal holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr. was signed into law. The story of how two legendary, influential musicians used their talents to join forces with Coretta Scott King in securing a national holiday for her husband has been given little light. The arduous efforts of Stevie Wonder and Gil Scott-Heron can’t … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Black Music Month celebrates Stevie Wonder and Gil Scott Heron’s tour for King Holiday
Tuesday Evening Thread: Keep On Pushing
THIS.IS.NOT.OVER. Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions - Keep On Pushing … [Read more...] about Tuesday Evening Thread: Keep On Pushing