Fifty years after the American Civil Rights Act, the social integration of blacks with other Americans has lagged behind. Click on the link below to read more.
Why are black American women attending universities at historic highs while their male counterparts are both attending university at historic lows, since integration, and graduating at rates of 2/3 the graduation rate of black women? Click on the link below to read more.
Shaina Sammone “I Am Ready” CD Launch – August 14, 2014 – 228 Queen Street East – Toronto, Ontario
Exposed to music all her life, Shaina Sammone creates soulful jazzy melodies that are not only distinctly her own, but are uniquely crafted for her audience. A native of Toronto, Canada, who grew up in a musical family, the naturally talented singer/composer very early became interested in taking her music outside the home. As a regular member of her church’s children’s choir, Shaina never shied away from the opportunity to sing a solo. She later carried this talent with her through to middle school and high school taking on lead vocalist roles in school musicals.
In 2012, Shaina was cast in Robin Givens’ play Joy In The Morning and has shared the stage with great artists such as Patrice Lovely, Tony Terry and our own Divine Brown to name a few. Shaina has since branded her career with her own company, Vibrant Vocals by Shaina in 2013.
The high-demand songstress performs at churches, private and corporate events in addition to charity galas, musicals and myriad celebrations. Whether it is singing the bride down the aisle or the National Anthem at an Awards Gala, her evident passion always touches the heart of the guests. Her purposeful delivery of quality superior quality material features customized arrangements that deliver a personal touch to every occasion. Shaina quickly engages and captures the attention of the audience at each performance.
Anchored by her faith in God and driven by the belief in endless possibilities, Shaina also pulls from a B.Sc. in Psychology as she aspires to promote wellness through her music. Shaina Sammone is driven to make a difference in the lives of her listeners.
Shaina’s single Because I Love You is available at iTunes; look for the release of her debut album I Am Ready this month.
During our conversation, Shaina talks about:
– Some of her background
– The key role that her brother plays in her music and her life
– Some pivotal moments in her career including being in a play with Robin Givens
– The story behind her new album and the great experience she had working with the album’s producer, Stephen Lewis
– A special moment from the recording session
– The importance of her support system
– How special her mother is to her as a mother and as a manager
– The challenges recording this album and how she overcame them
– She treats us to an acapella version of “He Looks Beyond My Faults”
– shout out to Nicole her Marketing Director
– What message is for her audience
– What she took from the CD listening party she had a few weeks ago
– The details about the official lauch of “I Am Ready” CD on August 14, 2014
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The Black Golfers Legacy Foundation mission is to raise the awareness of the achievements, contributions, and the participation of African Americans in the sport of golf.
Ms. Peggy Rhodes White is the daughter of the first person of African descent in a U.S. Open, Theodore Rhodes.
– Peggy talks about her father including how her father made his first set of golf clubs from a coat hanger and some of the challenges that her father faced being an African American playing golf – she also talks about The Ted Rhodes Foundation
-Stanley talked about his involvement with African Americans and golf – he also talks about the Black Golfers Legacy Foundation and why it is important for African Americans to get more involved in the golf industry
– Both of them agree that many African African golfers from the past were civil rights warriors and icons
– They both provide suggestions on what needs to be done to get more African Americans involved with golf
According to the latest Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA)/Hofstra University Annual Survey, there are more women and minorities working in TV news in America. Click on the link below to read more.
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