Good Black News

The goal of Good Black News is to challenge the often negative and stereotyped portrayal of African Americans in mainstream media. By highlighting the achievements and contributions of African Americans, the website aims to promote a more positive and well-rounded image of the community and to inspire readers to take pride in their culture and heritage. The website also features a section for op-eds and guest contributors, providing a platform for diverse voices within the African American community. The website covers a variety of topics, including politics, entertainment, business, education, and sports.

WHM: “Spirit In The Dark” – Celebrating the Brilliant Voice and Pen of Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, Born #OnThisDay

by Lori Lakin Hutcherson, GBN Founder and Editor-in-Chief It’s commonly known if Aretha Franklin covered a song you wrote and/or recorded, it would from her…
WHM: How Evangelist and Guitar Pioneer Sister Rosetta Tharpe Turned Her Rock of Ages into Rock N Roll

Born on this day in 1915, Rosetta Tharpe revolutionized the sound of electric guitar by using distortion with her unique phrasing & picking, inspiring Chuck…
MUSIC MONDAY: “Running Away: The Essential Roy Ayers” Playlist (LISTEN)

by Marlon West (Bluesky: @marlonweststl.bsky.social, Spotify: marlonwest) In 1945, Lionel Hampton spotted a five year-old boogying so hard during his concert in Los Angeles, that…
MUSIC MONDAY: “The Essential Jimmy Scott” Playlist (LISTEN)

by Marlon West (Bluesky: @marlonweststl.bsky.social, Spotify: marlonwest) Happy Music Monday, you all. I’m back a week late, if you are counting. I have been thinking…
The History of Black History Month and Why Dr. Carter G. Woodson is Known as “The Father of Black History”

Born in 1875 in Virginia to formerly enslaved parents who were never taught to read and write, Carter G. Woodson often had to forgo school…
MUSIC MONDAY: Celebrating the “Afroclectic Best of 2024” on MLK Day (LISTEN)

by Marlon West (Bluesky: @marlonweststl.bsky.social, Spotify: marlonwest) Happy January Music Monday and MLK Day here at Good Black News! It’s your friend and selector, your…
MUSIC MONDAY: “Ultimate Soul of the Season” – The Black Christmas Soundtrack for 2024 (LISTEN)

by Jeff Meier (FB: Jeff.Meier.90) Hey Good Black News Fam – it’s time for a bonus playlist – this year’s edition of “Ultimate Soul of…
MUSIC MONDAY: “The Essential Quincy Jones” Playlist (LISTEN)

by Marlon West (FB: marlon.west1 Threads: @stlmarlonwest IG: stlmarlonwest Spotify: marlonwest) Happy Music Monday, you all. It’s your pal and selector, Marlon. I’m back with “The…
MUSIC MONDAY: “Alright: The Essential Pharrell Williams” Playlist (LISTEN)

by Marlon West (FB: marlon.west1 Threads: @stlmarlonwest IG: stlmarlonwest Spotify: marlonwest) Happy Music Monday, you all. It’s a friend and selector, Marlon again. The upcoming U.S.…
Stevie Wonder Aims to Help “Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart” With 10-City Tour Leading Up to Presidential Election

Love is definitely in need of love today, and one of its most staunch and steadfast purveyors, legendary and visionary artist Stevie Wonder, is going…