NPR’s ‘Tiny Desk’ Celebrates Black Music Month with All-Female Lineup
Celebrate Black Music Month with NPR's Tiny Desk concerts featuring an all-female lineup including Chaka Khan, SWV, Tierra Whack, Tems, and more. Tune in this June for inspiring performances and interviews. We discuss it here!
Chaka Khan poses at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on February 24, 2019 in Beverly Hills, CA.
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By: Joshua Martin
NPR’s ‘Tiny Desk’ will feature an all-female lineup in celebration of Black Music Month this June. The lineup will feature Chaka Khan, SWV, Tierra Whack, Tems, Kierra Sheard, Lakecia Benjamin, Meshell Ndegeocello, Brittney Spencer and Flo Milli.
Producer and host of the successful concert series, Bobby Carter, shared his thoughts on the importance of spotlighting these legendary female acts.
“As the first week started to roll out last year with Charlie Wilson and Babyface, it occurred to me that we were leading with all men. And to be honest, most of the bands that I aimed for, and most of the bands and the artists that I am most excited about from the legacy side, are women. So this time last year, I knew that we wanted to bring an all-female-led lineup this year.”
NPR’s Tiny Desk concerts celebrating Black Music Month are slated to release from June 3 - June 30 and will share the theme: “Giving women their flowers.” After each concert, musicians will receive their favorite flowers in honor of their impact and legacy. Also, NPR Music will produce short-form interviews for Instagram. With a few of the artists speaking about their musical journey and life experiences.
“I hope people realize just how much Black women have contributed and have continued to contribute to music at large, they don’t get enough credit. Like I said, Chaka Khan will never get enough credit. SWV will never get enough credit. So it’s a reminder like we do every year. When you looked at Juvenile last year you were reminded just how impactful his music is. Same with Usher a year before last. This month is a reminder for those who may have forgotten just how great these women are.”
Check out the NPR Youtube channel, where you can find past performances of Trina, Big Sean, Scarface, Usher and more.
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T.I. and Tiny Reveal Their Affordable Housing Complex in Atlanta
T.I. and Tameka "Tiny" Harris have revealed their inaugural affordable housing complex, featuring over 100 units in T.I.'s former neighborhood. We discuss it here!
Atlanta, Georgia USA - September 30 2022: T.I AND TINY at the 2022 BET HIP HOP AWARDS
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By: Adonis Armstrong
T.I., the Atlanta rapper and mogul, along with his wife Tiny, has partnered with Missouri's Vecino Group to catalyze a transformative change in Atlanta's housing landscape. The unveiling of Intrada Westside, a completely affordable housing community, was commemorated with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by prominent figures, including Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta Housing COO Terri Lee.
Located at 2174 – 2176 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway, Intrada Westside signifies a major achievement in Atlanta's pursuit of affordable housing solutions. Comprising 140 residential units, the development underscores inclusivity by allocating 25 units to permanent supportive housing (PSH) through Atlanta Housing’s HomeFlex-HAVEN initiative.
“The arts and entertainment industry in this city has been able to collaborate and be, I guess, profitable enough to offer the community so many things that are much-needed.”
Beyond housing, the development integrates commercial and retail spaces, bolstering local economic growth and fostering opportunities for nearby businesses. Intrada Westside also features community gardens, nurturing a sense of community and well-being among its residents.
Intrada Westside stands as a testament to the strength of community collaboration. With T.I.'s engagement and Atlanta Housing's dedication to addressing homelessness via supportive housing, this project represents hope and advancement in Atlanta's affordable housing sphere. It showcases how unified efforts and a joint commitment to fostering inclusive communities can drive substantial progress in meeting diverse housing needs and creating stronger neighborhoods in the city.
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