Queens of Africa

By Paliani-Gomani Chinguwo

I now reminisce that were it not for my dire quest for profundity in African studies as part of my extra-curricular knowledge, I would possibly have been very ignorant of the prowess, glory, splendor, greatness, charm, might and valiance displayed by key women of African descent whom I refer to as the “Queens of the Mother Continent.” Though it seems posterity has almost thrown them into oblivion, their names will never be erased from the pages of history. To quote one of the great sons of Africa, Nelson Mandela, “A history of the people may be distorted but it can never be destroyed!”  Read more... (890 words + 2 images)

CD Reviews: The Boot Box October 2004

The Boot Box October 2004

Reviews by Ted “The Boot” Boothroyd

Fely
: De Zere Gnan, Fely Productions, 2003

www.felyproductions.com

Rating: A  Read more... (3651 words + 9 images)

Reasoning with Glen Washington

Have you noticed how some artists are all about the hype? The latest trend? The latest dance and the latest fashion? After conjuring up that image, do a 180 degree turn, and you’ll land on Glen Washington. Solid. Enduring. Talented. Passionate. Gimmick free.  Read more... (2421 words + 4 images)