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IT WAS A TIME OF INNOCENCE DENIED - By Michael “EJ” Green

This article was originally published on Unity Magazine

It was the nineteen fifties, a time of great change in the United States, especially for African Americans, it was a time of forging ahead and making new roads, without detours. This is the story of two people from two very different cultures who made a new road for themselves and the…

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Doo-Wop Lovers! Colored People® Network Presents...The Silhouettes

                  Colored People® Network Presents...The Silhouettes



 





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Added by ColoredPeople.net on October 29, 2011 at 8:00am — 2 Comments

A Conversation with Bruce George & Poetry Discussion Panel

COLORED PEOPLE® NETWORK PRESENTS!

A Conversation with Bruce George & Poetry Discussion Panel

 

This show was created with the purpose of discussing Poetry. A panel of well known established Poets and Spoken Word artist will meet to have an educational, enlightening and constructive discussion on misconceptions and realities…

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ColoredPeople.net members and DaughterNature.com team up for worthy causes!

Jeremiah 33:3 (King James Version) Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.





Our Sponsor DaughterNature.com and ColoredPeople.net Members Team Up for Worthy Causes!

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The Colors of Music - Music show - June 17 @ 10pm EST

The Colors of Music - Music show - June 17 @ 10pm EST at BlogTalkRadio.com/ColoredPeople

Franky Gaskin - Jazz guitarist, Multilingual Poet, Composer, and Author. Playing the Bass, Chords, and Melody all at the same time on the guitar and composes in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, and Hebrew. He is also author…

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Ian Narcisi - Fear No Evil

Ian Narcisi began his music endeavors in 1983 by taking drum lessons from Mark Anderson at Roselle Music in Roselle, Illinois. After seven years of preparation Ian went on to audition at the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago, Illinois where he resided for three years earning his Associates in music. During his time at the conservatory Ian was trained by the likes of Brad Stirtz (vibraphonist on Janice Borlas Agents of Change, Director of Music at Peace Lutheran Church), Greg Shearer…

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Clarissa Cupero - I've Got Your Number!



Of the numerous striking qualities of Cupéro, the 20-year-old singer/songwriter and rocker, it’s the commanding presence of her voice and songs that sets her apart. Cupéro sings with a maturity and sense of permanence that belies her youth and the relatively short amount of time that she has been in the New York music scene. On her debut, self-titled EP, she sings with a passion that reveals an unshakable commitment and ambition to be a… Continue

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Calling ALL Jazz Artists!

CALLING ALL JAZZ ARTISTS!

COMING SOON!

STAY TUNED!!



We are pleased to announce our own online radio show "The Colors of Music" hosted by Tommy Webb at WebbRadio.com!

If interested, please

email : Tania-Maria…

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Lilla D'Mone - Sweet Soulful Journey

Join us May 6, 2010 @ 10pm EST at BlogTalkRadio.com/ColoredPeople





Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Lilla grew up under the influence of her parents’ music: Billie Holliday, Marvin & Tammy, James Brown, Nina Simone, Aretha Franklin, Hendrix, Sade, Tracy Chapman and Sarah Vaughan, to name a few. At the age of 6 she taught herself to play the piano by ear and, by age 12, was the shining light in her local gospel choir. In… Continue

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Ava Lemert - From My Soul

Ava Lemert is a petit Califonia native who is blessed with a huge soulful sound as a singer and saxophonist.



In 5th grade she played clarinet and in High School she picked up the Saxophone, however she was also the first girl drum major in High School and the lead in the marching band.



While attending… Continue

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Meet Tom Gorball - Executive Chef at Luxor Las Vegas

Tom Gorbal Luxor Las Vegas



I met chef Gorbal on my last vacation where I spent a few days in Las Vegas with my family.



MORE The Buffet at Luxor had the best food I had tasted in a while and the Lava Chocolate Cake won my heart and my taste buds!



As a matter of fact it was because of this appealing dessert, which I frankly self-indulged in until my toes curled up, that I had the priviledge of meeting Chef Gorball.



You see, we had arrived a little early at the… Continue

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The 5th Dimension Induction to St. Louis Walk of Fame! Join us!







Tania-Maria Xavier attended the induction ceremony on March 18, 2010 and will bring you some interviews of this celebrated event. Lamonte McLemore, Billy Davis and Jarred Townson (Sho-Tyme), Ron Townson's grandson were presented with a plaque. Tania-Maria Xavier also presented them with an illustration "St. Louis Native Sons" by Andre Harris in memory of Ron Townson.



Sadly, Marilyn McCoo tripped on a rug, fell and broke her hip and was not present…

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Harry Elston - Friends of Distinction



Harry James Elston was born into a musical family in Dallas, Texas and grew up in San Diego, California.



In his mid teens Elston was part of a group called “Cel Foster and the Audios” which was chosen by the The Johnny Otis Rhythm & Blues Caravan in a talent search. (Otis produced Etta James’ first hit, "Roll With Me, Henry", also known as "The Wallflower" and "Every Beat of My Heart", first recorded by “The Royals”… Continue

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Dr. Carolyn Fuentes - Autism



Dr. Carolyn Fuentes' profile at ColoredPeople.net describes her as "Composer, Designer, Musician, Promoter, Singer, Writer" to name a few.



I know her as a writer but most and foremost as a mom who is very involved in her children’s lives. Aeric (Rick) and… Continue

Added by ColoredPeople.net on February 21, 2010 at 5:20pm — No Comments

Max Parthas & Tribal Raine - March Forth For Freedom



Max Parthas and his partner Tribal Raine are two internationally known and established artists with over 10+ years in the Spoken Word industry and 20+ years in entertainment as headline artists performing alongside prominent poets such as Amiri Baraka, The Last Poets, Abyss, Nappy Roots, Georgia ME, Queen Sheba, Tommy Bottoms and many more.



"Prysmatic Dreams has dedicated…

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Darryl Arnez Williams - Keeping the legacy alive! Black Radio Broadcasters

DA Williams

Darryl Arnez (DA) Williams
grew up in Chestnut Hill, a suburb of the musically rich city of Philadelphia, P.A. and was born in a broadcasting / musical family.









Kae Williams Sr.



His father, Kae (loud mouth) Williams Sr., ( February 4th 1921 - December 29, 1989) was a pioneer radio personality and one of the earliest DJs to play the Blues. He was instrumental in the careers…

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2011 ColoredPeople.net Calendar for Haiti! Available March 16, 2010

ColoredPeople.net 2011 Calendar - AVAILABLE MARCH 16TH!

- 100% of Proceeds from calendar sales will be donated to Haiti relief -




Cover by: Connie Stephens





We have purposed this calendar for Haiti Relief.

Art, Photography & Poetry contributed by artists members of our…

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Antoine Smith - An Inspiring and talented 17 Year Old!



Antoine Smith



Antoine Christopher Smith was born on August 1, 1992 in Euclid, Ohio.



He comes from a wide range of family history in music that once indulged very heavily in local bands as musicians, singers, dancers, composers, managers, and teachers.



His main influences are his father, Robert Lee Smith III, who is a bass player, lead… Continue

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Susaye Greene - The Last Supreme



Susaye Greene was born in Houston, Texas and attended and graduated from the New York City High School of Performing Arts (Made famous in the musical Fame)



Greene sang with Ray Charles' Raelettes and was the only Raelette to sing at Ray's funeral.



She is an acomplished songwritter whose credits include "Free", which she co-wrote for Deneice Williams 1991 "This Is Niecy" album, and "I Can't Help It" co-written with Stevie… Continue

Added by ColoredPeople.net on October 24, 2009 at 9:00pm — No Comments

What Were Some of Your Memories of the 70's Music?

What were your memories of the 70's?



I was born in 1966.



In the early 70's I attended the American School of Brasilia, Brazil and was exposed to Led Zeppelin, AC DC, Kiss, etc... , however, I had an uncle who listened to Jazz and I will never forget when I first heard Billie Holidays' voice. It enveloped me and I was smitten.



There were a few records I had as a 10 year old and I remember The Commodores' "Easy", 1977 and 1978 "Three Times a Lady" song which I… Continue

Added by ColoredPeople.net on October 18, 2009 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

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