Daphne Brooks wins 2021 MAAH Stone Book Award for her history of Black, feminist sound

From Bessie Smith to Béyonce, Black feminine sound has significantly contributed to the foundation of American music. According to Daphne Brooks — an award-winning author and University professor — the names of many of these musicians, critics and artists have been either lost to the ages or overshadowed by their male and white counterparts. Read more

Thursday, October 7, 2021