Jazz88’s Peter Solomon spoke with Jonathan Taylor Rush, guest conductor with the Minnesota Orchestra, about their second annual Juneteenth program, scheduled for Friday, June 14th at 8 PM. He discusses the wide ranging program, which includes compositions by William Grant Still, Margaret Bonds, and more recent works by Omar Thomas, Carlos Simon, and hip hop...Read More
Gary Hines, the leader of Sounds of Blackness, connected with Sean from The Afternoon Cruise to discuss the group’s new single, “Woke” as well as their upcoming Juneteenth show at Allianz Field. Listen: More Posts for Show: The Afternoon CruiseRead More
Jazz88 has rounded up a number of music-centric Juneteenth events happening around the Twin Cities metro area. As we approach the weekend of Juneteenth (June 19th) in the Twin Cities, we hope you’ll find time to attend one or more of these events. Friday, June 16 Juneteenth Jubilee: A Black Burlesque Show 6pm – 8pm...Read More
“Everybody wants to be free.” Minneapolis-based vocalist Jevetta Steele (of the celebrated family gospel group, The Steeles) caught up with Sean from The Afternoon Cruise to discuss her upcoming appearance with the Minnesota Orchestra for their Juneteenth Celebration (happening June 23) and the importance of reflecting on the holiday, especially as Minnesotans. Listen here: ...Read More
https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220615102816-TMSJuneteenthStPaul_04515_061522.mp3 Gaye Adams Massey, CEO of YWCA St Paul, joins The Morning Show to discuss their Juneteenth Celebration this weekend. You’ll find ways to learn the history and importance of Juneteenth, plus lots of great activities for kids (and their adults!), food trucks and music from Thomasina Petrus, the SingHers, Johnnie Brown and many...Read More
https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220614122517-TMSMGMJuneteenth_04518_061822.mp3 Donnisha Powell, owner of New Start Fashion, will emcee Midtown Global Market‘s free Juneteenth Celebration featuring storytelling, music and dance. Plus a chance to grab great food and shop your favorite stores at Midtown Global Market on East Lake Street, Saturday June 18th from noon to 3 pm. More Posts for Show: The...Read More
