Books

New biography showcases the history of the ‘chopped and screwed’ genre and the influence of syrup

In new book, a pioneering civil rights organizer recalls his days in the movement

The original was too explicit for radio, but the remix was 🔥

After Reconstruction, minstrel songs were one of the few paying options for talented Black singers

The boys lost their chance to play in the World Series because white teams refused to face them

Author Gerrick Kennedy says he tried to balance critique and grace

Physicist Stephon Alexander on how being an outsider leads to better science

From Mike Tyson and Tupac to Zab Judah and Lil’ Kim, new book examines the connections between musicians and the fight game

The star NBA legend on the Miami Heat team that changed the game

‘Being good at football was more important than being Black’