Duke Ellington gets his own quarter Rob Fields Connections February 24, 2009 0First African American to appear by himself on a circulating U.S. coin. From CNN.com: The United States Mint launched a...
Last call for songs for the Boldaslove.us compilation Rob Fields Artists/Bands February 23, 2009 0Just a reminder that I'd like to get a few more songs for the compilation. I've had some really strong...
Labelle takes over the Beacon–Thursday, 2/26 Rob Fields Artists/Bands February 23, 2009 0Nona, Patti and Sarah return to New York City this week. Expect them to perform their hits, plus stuff from...
Apes, police violence and diversity Rob Fields Current Affairs February 21, 2009 0By now–particularly if you live in or around New York City–you're aware of how much sh*t the NY Post stepped...
My interview on KBOO.FM (February 19, 2009) Rob Fields Boldaslove.us February 21, 2009 0Thursday night, I had the pleasure (and honor!) of being asked to be a guest on Jamilah Bourdon's show, "Guess...
Acclaimed variety show "Soul!" returns to the Web Rob Fields News February 19, 2009 1 Groundbreaking platform for African American artistry, political expression and social justice From Sasha Frere-Jones at the New Yorker blog:...
Vans drops Bad Brains sneaks and tees Rob Fields Artists/Bands February 18, 2009 0 These just dropped last week. I'd go for the hi-tops, although I wonder how they'd really look in 13's. ...
LA Punk Noir Festival–2/21 Rob Fields Live Music/Shows February 18, 2009 0LA is throwin' down this weekend. Yes, I'm a little jealous. Tix are $20 in advance/$25 at the door. BTW,...
"Medicine for Melancholy" now playing in Detroit Rob Fields Film/TV February 16, 2009 0Detroit, stand up! "Medicine for Melancholy" is now playing in your area through Feburary 22. It's at the Detroit Film...
VIDEO: Janelle Monae @ Skybar in LA–2/7/09 Rob Fields Artists/Bands February 13, 2009 0Plain ol' R&B singers don't have swagger like this: Here's a Black woman who's not afraid to get her hair...