Community activist Cheryl “Action” Jackson has not forgotten her humble roots. “Experience is the best teacher,” says the TX native, who founded Plano-based Minnie’s Food Pantry in 2008. “At one time, my husband and I simultaneously worked five jobs. I believe God made it that happen that way so that I could speak to people… Continue reading Cheryl “Action” Jackson: Feeding Stomachs & Souls With Minnie’s Food Pantry
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K’Jon’s “Man,” The MOC Preview/Soultracks CD Review Link
…..Maturing as a person and professional, K’Jon knows that one can only sing about the J-O-B, V-I-P and the B-E-D so many times, so Man is flush with songs about reflections, resolutions and yes, even a little revolution: the title track finds his throaty vocals at their most limber, a doo-wop-flavored reminiscent take on how… Continue reading K’Jon’s “Man,” The MOC Preview/Soultracks CD Review Link
Black Hair, Why Care? Battling Prejudice Against Africanized Tresses
The die was probably cast from the moment I was born. According to Mama, one of the first things she noticed, after counting the fingers and toes of course, was my hair. “You had the thickest, glossiest curls I’d ever seen. I would just brush it, braid it, put you in little dresses and take… Continue reading Black Hair, Why Care? Battling Prejudice Against Africanized Tresses
Thanksgiving’s Over, But The Blessings Remain
By Friday, the Thanksgiving festivities are already a memory. The turkey’s been sliced up, other leftovers assembled into a fridge-crowding freestyle buffet as people clear away the clutter, settle in to debating yesterday’s big game, family drama and today’s best Black Friday deals. In the midst of all the distractions and holiday madness, it’s easy… Continue reading Thanksgiving’s Over, But The Blessings Remain
Jonathan Butler’s “Merry Christmas To You,” The MOC Preview/ST CD Review Link
…..After over a dozen studio CDs and collaborations on-stage and in the studio with the best and brightest of the music industry, Jonathan pours those enviable gifts of production, songwriting, guitar virtuosity and vocal instrumentation into traditional favorites and two self-penned performances. The presence of some very high-profile players certainly doesn’t hurt (Rick Braun, Dave… Continue reading Jonathan Butler’s “Merry Christmas To You,” The MOC Preview/ST CD Review Link