(ThyBlackMan.com) This marks the third time I’ve written about the late, great Aretha Franklin – and for good reason. Her musical career spanned more than five decades, earning her the well-deserved ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s a certain mood only Johnny Mathis can create. You hear that first note—soft, romantic, almost whispered—and suddenly the world slows down. Whether it’s playing through a ...

Describing the decision to remove the performances of nominated songs as "just another example of the devaluation of music, and its creators," SCL president Ashley Irwin asks "for even abbreviated ...

These 10 love songs gently remind him that he’s loved, safe, and deeply chosen. From timeless ballads to modern confessions, each track speaks the words men rarely hear but always need. In a world ...

Ryan is a lifestyle and culture journalist born and raised in the Philippines. He primarily covers film, television, music, and all things pop culture. Beyond writing, you can find him buried in ...