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Black Music Month

Black Music Appreciation Month is an annual celebration of African-American music in the United States. It was initiated as Black Music Month by President Jimmy Carter who, on June 7, 1979, decreed that June would be the month of Black music.

In 2009, the commemoration was given its current name by President Barack Obama. In his 2016 proclamation, Obama noted that African-American music and musicians have helped the country "to dance, to express our faith through song, to march against injustice, and to defend our country's enduring promise of freedom and opportunity for all".

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Melba Moore: Things Don't Always Happen When You Want Them To — Photo Credit: Shefik

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July 11, 2016 Perseverance

American R&B singer and actress Melba Moore is a 4-time Grammy Award nominee and the winner of the 1970 Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical.

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Mathew Knowles: Is Education and Knowledge the Same Thing? — Photo Credit: Shefik

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December 14, 2017 Knowledge

Mathew Knowles is best known for being the former manager of Destiny's Child. He also managed his daughters Beyoncé and Solange Knowles. His company, Music World Entertainment, is one of the most renowned, with record sales exceeding 300 million.

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Dr. Hassan Tetteh: Change Means Growth — Photo Credit: Shefik

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August 19, 2016 Change

Dr. Hassan Tetteh is a board-certified surgeon specializing in thoracic surgery, critical care, heart and lung transplantation, research and education. He is a member of the Washington Regional Transplant Community.

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Trisco Pearson of Force M.D.'s: Love Means Having Someone Special — Photo Credit: Shefik

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March 6, 2018 Love

Force M.D.'s is an American R&B vocal group that was formed in 1981 in Staten Island, New York. Later, Trisco Pearson joined the group.

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Alfred Nevarez of All-4-One: It Really Warms My Heart — Photo Credit: Shefik

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July 26, 2018 Sentimentality

All-4-One is a R&B and pop group, best known for their cover hit single "I Swear" from their self-titled debut album. The group comprises Jamie Jones, Delious Kennedy, Alfred Nevarez, and Tony Borowiak. The group has sold 22 million records worldwide.

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