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Screeners Available for PBS Docu-Series "Disco: Soundtrack of a Revolution"
Series Shines Light on Disco’s Groovy Beginnings, Featuring The Village People’s Victor Willis, Labelle’s Nona Hendryx, The Trammps’ Earl Young, The Father of House Music, Marshall Jefferson, Scissor Sisters’ Ana Matronic and Jake Shears, Sylvester’s Jeanie Tracy, MNEK, Kim Petras, Jocelyn Brown, Jessie Ware, George McCrae, Dexter Wansel, Candi Staton, Anita Ward, David Morales, Honey Dijon, DJ Hollywood, Jamie Principle, Robert Williams, Ron Trent, and More
Bryson Tiller Announces His 2024 North America Outing ‘The Bryson Tiller Tour’
Today marks a pivotal moment in the world of contemporary R&B and Hip-Hop as Grammy-nominated artist Bryson Tiller announces the upcoming release of his eagerly awaited album, aptly titled Bryson Tiller, along with his upcoming North America tour featuring 30 performances this spring and summer. Scheduled to drop on April 5 via Trapsoul/RCA Records, this album is set to define the next chapter of Tiller’s illustrious career. In a move that’s sure to excite fans across the globe, Tiller has also released the album’s first single, “Calypso,” and revealed the album’s cover art, with pre-orders now officially open HERE.
It’s Women’s History Month, and According to One Pastor, The Rights of Women Were Established by a Higher Power
As Women’s History Month begins — March was so declared by President Barack Obama in 2011 — one might ponder why it took so long for America to fully celebrate the rights of women. But as it turns out, the first “Women’s Day” was established 102 years earlier, on February 28 of 1909, by the Socialist Party of America, and the celebration later expanded into “Women’s Week.”
EPA invites applications to serve on advisory council for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions
Today, March 25, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it will be seeking applications to serve on the newly established Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions Advisory Council (HBCU-MSI AC).
Avelo Airlines Now Taking Flight From Houston to Southern Connecticut
Avelo Airlines Expands Service from Southern Connecticut to Three Exclusive Nonstop Destinations: Houston, St. Louis and Traverse City, MI
The Marley Brothers Will Have Texas Stops On Their Tour
Tickets Available on Tuesday, April 16,
THe Marley Brothers – Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani and Damian – announce The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour, a 22-date run, produced by Live Nation, historically marking their first outing together in two decades. The tour includes a stop at Germania Insurance Amphitheater in Austin, TX, on September 15, and Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas, TX, on September 16, 2024.
Houston Grand Opera to Open Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music on April 26, 2024
Company to present Broadway musical in nine mainstage performances
On April 26, 2024, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will open classic, family-friendly musical The Sound of Music, with the company’s own chorus director, Richard Bado, at the podium. Taking center stage in this production is Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard as Maria and acclaimed baritone Alexander Birch Elliott as Captain von Trapp.
He predicted the ’08 crash. Now he’s betting AI will turbocharge the US economy
Jan Hatzius predicted a soft landing in late 2022, back when many feared a recession was inevitable. The Goldman Sachs chief economist made a name for himself by making the opposite call in 2008, warning that toxic mortgages would ignite a recession.
PVAMU Offers Breathtaking View of Rare Total Solar Eclipse
Prairie View A&M’s observatory complex is a world-class facility that can study solar activity, lunar meteor impacts, and distant stars and galaxies.
Prairie View A&M will host a viewing of the rare celestial event, a total solar eclipse, at the University’s state-of-the-art Solar Observatory, on April 8, 2024, from noon to 3 p.m. Four telescopes of various kinds outfitted with safe solar filters will be available to provide a one-of-a-kind viewing experience.
PVAMU Welcomes World-Renowned French Pianist
Philippe Bianconi, a New York Times Best Classical Music of 2023 artist, performs for the University’s Fine Arts Series.
Prairie View A&M University proudly hosts internationally acclaimed pianist Phillippe Bianconi in the University’s world-class Dr. H. Edison Anderson Recital Hall.
City of Boston To Pay $4.7 Million To Settle Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Young Black Man Living With Mental Illness Shot After His Mother Called 911 For Medical Assistance
XSCAPE & SWV Announce The Queens Of R&B Tour With Special Guests Mýa, Total, And 702
Following a teaser on socials that ignited fervent excitement among fans, the legendary groups XSCAPE and SWV have reunited for The Queens of R&B Tour with support from MÝA, Total, and 702. The Queens Of R&B Tour is a testament to the power of what can be accomplished when women come together with respect, admiration and undeniable talent. It is a celebration of passion, power, resilience and unstoppable ability to exceed expectations.
Fortis Academy Opens Doors for Student Success with CNA Program
Fortis Academy is ushering in a new era of career opportunities for Harris County students with the launch of its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) class. The initiative empowers high schoolers on their journey to sobriety with comprehensive knowledge about the human body and practical skills in healthcare.
Galveston College Invites High School Girls and Women of All Ages to Attend 2024 Women In Industry Conference on April 3
Women Leaders from ExxonMobil, Worley, Phillips 66, Chevron Phillips Chemical, Turner Industries and Others to Serve as Speakers
Galveston College – along with eight other community colleges which comprise the Texas Gulf Coast Community College Consortium – is inviting high school girls and women of all ages to attend the 2024 Women In Industry Conference on Wednesday, April 3, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CT. Conference attendees will hear from accomplished speakers and panelists, network to build connections, and learn about rewarding careers for women in petrochemical, construction, avionics, biotech, and IT industries.
Galveston College Invites High School Girls and Women of All Ages to Attend 2024 Women In Industry Conference on April 3
Women Leaders from ExxonMobil, Worley, Phillips 66, Chevron Phillips Chemical, Turner Industries and Others to Serve as Speakers
Galveston College – along with eight other community colleges which comprise the Texas Gulf Coast Community College Consortium – is inviting high school girls and women of all ages to attend the 2024 Women In Industry Conference on Wednesday, April 3, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CT. Conference attendees will hear from accomplished speakers and panelists, network to build connections, and learn about rewarding careers for women in petrochemical, construction, avionics, biotech, and IT industries.
Grammy Award-Winning Superstar Megan Thee Stallion Announces Three Shows Across Texas in June 2024
GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SUPERSTAR MEGAN THEE STALLION ANNOUNCES LONG-AWAITED “HOT GIRL SUMMER” GLOBAL TOUR AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER - DALLAS, TX - JUNE 11, 2024 MOODY CENTER - AUSTIN, TX - JUNE 13, 2024 TOYOTA CENTER - HOUSTON, TX - JUNE 14, 2024 WITH GLORILLA AS SPECIAL GUEST GENERAL ON SALE STARTING ON MARCH 22 AT STORE.MEGANTHEESTALLION.COM
Start Stretching Houston; The World’s Largest Bounce House Just Got a Whole Lot Bigger, Better, and Bouncier
The Big Bounce America Tour Rolls into Houston with a New 24,000 sq. ft. Bounce House, a Brand-New Under the Sea Bouncer, and Much More!
Fani Taifa Willis – The Vanguard of Justice in the Era of RICO and Trump
In a media landscape frequently marred by misinformation, Fani Taifa Willis stands as a formidable pillar of justice and ethical governance. Embodied in her name, which translates to “prosperous people” in Swahili, Willis has earned a reputation for her unparalleled legal acumen. Particularly noteworthy is her expertise in applying the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, commonly known as the RICO Act, across a range of complex cases.
Power Up with Tommy, Julio, Dre and AT&T
AT&T has become known as the brand to mobilize your world. But this past weekend in Houston AT&T brought the power to our world in the form of Joseph Sikora, J.R. Ramirez, and Rotimi Akinosho. The cast of the highly rated #1 program on Starz “Power” was in town for an exclusive meet and greet with fans of the show. And of course, Houston Style Magazine was there to learn a little more about the guys and now you will too.
Salute to Houston's Own Slim Thug
Slim Thug has been running things like a “Boss” for the past twenty years. Coming on the scene in 1998 to catch the ear and eye of DJ Michael “5000” Watts and joining the “Swisha House” family, Slim’s legacy was set to become one of the most well known and respected rappers in the game. From that date to the present, he has dominated the rap game in Houston from his first freestyle to birth a clothing collection, beer line, e-Cigar, construction company, foundation, and constantly give back to the community that helped him rise to the top. He credits Houston for giving him that entrepreneurial spirit. The city stands to salute this Houston legend with all the rights and privileges thereof.
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