Detroit’s gifts to the world

Detroiters are known for their immense hometown pride, often boasting about the gems that the city has to offer. Well, it’s our…

By Layla McMurtrie

Aretha Franklin
Emerging from the gospel scene of Detroit’s New Bethel Baptist Church, the Queen of Soul left an undeniable mark on music history with hits like “Respect,” and “I Say a Little Prayer.” Beyond her music, she championed civil rights and Indigenous communities’ rights, earning 18 Grammy Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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25 things to do in Detroit this weekend (Feb. 9-11)

This weekend is great if you want to meet new friends, as there are many community-centered events happening that are perfect for…

By Layla McMurtrie


BLKLUV: The 10-year Anniversary Show

When: Feb. 9 at 8 p.m.
Where: Aretha’s Jazz Cafe
What: A show of poetry, music, comedy, and more
Who: Hosted by Joel Fluent Greene with beats by Drake Phifer
Why: Celebrate Black History Month and Valentine’s Day at once by supporting local Black performers and vendors alongside your lover.
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Everything we saw during a big weekend for Detroit hip-hop, including the The Tied in 313 Day concert

It was a big weekend for Detroit hip-hop. The inaugural “J Dilla King Of Detroit Beat Battle” was held on Thursday, March…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Skilla Baby performs forms at the Tied in 313 Day concert at the Garden Theater on Sunday, March 13.
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All the funky people we saw at the Roots and Slum Village at the Russell Industrial Center

The legendary hip-hop group the Roots — featuring Black Love, Quest Love, and Tuba Gooding Jr, among a full band — performed…

By Metro Times editorial staff

All the funky people we saw at the Roots and Slum Village at the Russell Industrial Center
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A recap of Dillatroit

Dillatroit An epic night of Detroit hip-hop took place February 12, 2015 at Bert's on Broadway. “Dillatroit,” an event to celebrate the…

By Metro Times editorial staff

A recap of Dillatroit
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12 photos from Dilla Youth Day

The annual Dilla Youth Day took place at the Charles H. Wright Museum on Sunday, February 7. The event was started by photographer and…

By Metro Times editorial staff

12 photos from Dilla Youth Day
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