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Jason Moran, artistic director for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, plays Duke Ellington compositions against a backdrop of Gordon Parks photos during "Jason Moran — Solo Ellington” at the Kennedy Center on April 10. (Courtesy of the Kennedy Center)

Jason Moran’s ‘Solo Ellington’ Concert Unveils Exquisite View of Jazz Legend

by Brenda C. SilerApril 15, 2024April 16, 2024

Biko’s Manna recently performed their first American live concert for the DC Jazz Festival at Arena Stage. The core sibling musicians and singers include (from left) Manna Hero, Tau Lion, and Biko Star. Parents Mom Ayanda Pyramid and Dad Sebone Rangata played various instruments with their children. (Courtesy of DCJazzFestival)

South African Social Media Sensation Biko’s Manna Perform First Live Concert in D.C.

by Brenda C. SilerApril 10, 2024April 11, 2024

Howard University welcomed the cast of "A Different World" to campus for Hillman Day at Howard on April 9. The cast participated in a panel discussion, reflecting on their experiences and the continued impact of HBCUs. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Generational Impact in Bison: Howard University Welcomes Cast of ‘A Different World’

by Jada IngletonApril 10, 2024April 11, 2024

A crowd jams as Digable Planets performs at the Jazz and Blossoms festival at Franklin Square Park on April 7. (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Jazz and Blossoms: A Celebration of Spring, Jazz, Poetry, Hip-Hop, Cultural Collaboration

by WI Web EditorApril 10, 2024April 11, 2024

Former Georgia state legislator and gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams (left) and NBC Washington anchor Eun Yang discuss the paperback release of "Rogue Justice," a novel by Abrams. (Courtesy of Jati Lindsay)

‘Rogue Justice,’ Stacey Abrams’ Continuing Political Thriller, Had Loads of Intrigue

by Brenda C. SilerApril 10, 2024April 10, 2024

Artist Melvin Edwards stands on the University of Maryland campus in front of his sculpture “David’s Dream,” which honors the legacy of artist and educator David C. Driskell. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

Sculpture Unveiled in Appreciation for Artist and Educator David C. Driskell

by Brenda C. SilerApril 10, 2024April 10, 2024

The 2024 class of NEA Jazz Masters will be celebrated through free events in D.C. April 11-14. Honorees are Amina Claudine Myers (Courtesy Photo/Crystal Blake), Gary Bartz (Courtesy Photo/Alan Nahigian), Terence Blanchard (Courtesy Photo/Angeles) and D.C. area resident Willard Jenkins (Courtesy Photo/Jati Lindsay)

Music’s Best At the Top Through 2024 NEA Jazz Masters

by Brenda C. SilerApril 10, 2024April 10, 2024

**FILE** Actor Lamman Rucker, a D.C. native, is taking part in the Black Health Matters Spring Health Summit & Expo on April 13. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

Lifestyle, Things to Do DMV

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, April 11-14

by Jada IngletonApril 10, 2024April 10, 2024

Restaurateur of the Year nominees pose during the RAMMYS nominations event at Hamilton Live in D.C. on April 8. NBC4 Washington anchor Jummy Olabanji (left at microphone) served as mistress of ceremonies. (Micha Green/The Washington Informer)

RAMW Reveals RAMMYS 2024 Nominees, Announces Awards Date for July 21

by Micha GreenApril 9, 2024April 9, 2024

**FILE** Beyoncé (Raph_PH, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons)

Entertainment, Lifestyle, Stacy M. Brown

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Gallops to No. 1, Making History on Billboard 200 Chart

by Stacy M. BrownApril 8, 2024April 8, 2024