Battle of the Bands


A Night of HBCU Pride at the 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands

The sound of brass, the crack of drums, and the roar of the crowd filled NRG Stadium as the 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) returned to Houston.

As It Is: A Quiet Reflection in Houston

I recently attended JajaH’s exhibition “As It Is” at the Community Artists’ Collective in Houston. The show was quiet yet full of meaning. His paintings slow you down and turn your attention inward.


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Omar Lye-Fook, pioneer of British soul and neo-soul, brought timeless energy to NPR’s Tiny Desk. Known for love songs like “There’s Nothing Like This,” his set featured “This Is Not a Love Song.” Dressed sharp, signature high-top locs intact, he captivated fans with charisma, history, and four decades of music.


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