Today's open thread will highlight some great R&B singers from our neighboring country up north. Jully Black (born Jullyann Inderia Gordon; November 8, 1977) is a Canadian R&B singer–songwriter and actress. She has collaborated and written for many artists, including Nas, Saukrates, Choclair, Kardinal Offishall, Destiny's Child and Sean Paul. … [Read more...] about Sunday Musical Open Thread: Canadian Imports-Soul Singers
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Monday Open Thread: Black Gemologists and Jewelry Designers
Good Morning POU! Its the first official week of 2016, make it a good one! This week we'll feature designers and experts in the world of diamonds, rubies, and pearls...oh my! Chris Aire Christopher Aire (born December 25, 1964) is an iconic Nigerian born African American jeweler, timepiece designer and philanthropist. He is the president of Solid 21 Incorporated and … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Black Gemologists and Jewelry Designers
Sunday Musical Brunch Open Thread: Laura Mulva
Today's open thread will highlight new artist from across the pond, Laura Mvula. Laura Mvula (née Douglas; born 23 April 1986) is a British soul singer-songwriter from Birmingham, England. Her debut album Sing to the Moon was released on March 4, 2013, with an orchestral re-recording released August 2014. Green Garden … [Read more...] about Sunday Musical Brunch Open Thread: Laura Mulva
Saturday Open Thread: The Annual Black Madonna & Child Series
GOOD MORNING PRAGOBOTS! We conclude our series on The Black Madonna and Child "THE MIRACULOUS BLACK MADONNA" Beilstein, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: The Annual Black Madonna & Child Series
Friday Open Thread: The Annual Black Madonna & Child Series
HAPPY FRIDAY, P.O.U.! We continue our series on The Black Madonna & Child OUR LADY OF ANJONY Château d'Anjony Tournemire, France … [Read more...] about Friday Open Thread: The Annual Black Madonna & Child Series