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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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Neddy Smith: It Wasn't About Being a Mechanical Engineer — Photo Credit: Shefik

Photo Credit: Shefik

September 1, 2019 Perseverance

Neddy Smith is a professional musician and CEO at NedGJean International. He composes and writes his music, not only in a traditional style, but also by incorporating his vast international experiences. This is apparent in each of his releases.

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Marvin Jay: Angel Sightings in the Bible

March 17, 2017 Angels

Marvin Jay is a Logistics Data Analyst.

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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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Chris Jasper: We All Come Together in Unity and in Oneness of Mind

July 26, 2017 Love

Chris Jasper is a former member of The Isley Brothers and Isley-Jasper-Isley, and is responsible for writing and producing the majority of The Isley Brothers music and Isley-Jasper-Isley music. He is also an Inductee in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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Dr. Laurén Laurino: There Is a Common Thread Connecting Us All — Photo Credit: Shefik

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August 15, 2016 Love

Dr. Laurén Laurino, lovingly known as "Dr. Ren, America's Holistic Sweetheart", is a board certified naturopath through the American Naturopathic Medical Association. She has appeared on "The Dr. Oz Show" multiple times.

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