Ava DuVernay‘s award-winning documentary 13th takes an in depth look at the U.S. prison system, and the way Black people are incarcerated disproportionately more than people of other races. The movie takes its name from the 13th Amendment to the … Continued

In the age of riots and Black Lives Matter protests Anderson .Paak released a music video, “Lockdown” that addresses issues like COVID and politics linked to the disenfranchisement of Black lives in America. .Paak’s ability to diversity his message comes … Continued

Pussy Riot‘s music video, “I Can’t Breathe,” showcases a graphic political message about death due to police brutality and state-enforced violence. It’s a story of death led by a chorus that starts with, “it’s getting dark New York City…I need … Continued

If there is anyone who could tell Colin Kaepernick’s story in TV format, it’s goddess Ava DuVernay. And that is about to happen on Netflix.  Emmy-nominated writer Michael Starrbury (When They See Us) finished the script for the series, Colin … Continued

Singer, songwriter, activist Halsey has been on the streets protesting with her fellow citizens. Calling out for equality and justice and denouncing the heinous injustices African Americans have endured at the hands of the police. She has locked arms with … Continued

In 2014 Black 17-year-old Laquan McDonald was fatally shot 16 times by Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke. The police initially declared McDonald’s shooting as justified, but a group of journalists and activists fought for footage of the fatal shooting … Continued

The Black Lives Matter movement’s resurgence has inspired artists of all mediums to use their gift as an act of solidarity. Musicians are leading the charge — many of our favorites have rapid-released new tracks about the injustices they’ve witnessed … Continued

Much of the controversy surrounding the current Black Lives Matter movement isn’t because of the protests. It’s because of a small number of people that are rioting and looting. But as activist and author Kimberly Jones discusses in the powerful … Continued

Two police officers in Buffalo are suspended after pushing a 75-year-old protestor during a peaceful Black Lives Matter demonstration. The man hits the ground and is bleeding from his head.  The video goes viral. Two New York Police Department SUV’s … Continued

H.E.R. shared the premiere of her masterpiece protest song, “I Can’t Breathe,” during yesterday’s social distancing appearance on iHeartRadio Living Room Series. The singer-songwriter honored George Floyd with a painful, emotional live show with her band. She wrote the song … Continued