Common Archives - Harlem World Magazine

Los Angeles: Alvin ‘Xzibit’ Joiner Makes Directorial Debut Premiere Of “Broken Ground”

Stars Common, Sherri Shepherd and Dante Brown (lead actor) hosted a red carpet screening of the short film HATS at the 27th Annual Pan African Film & Arts Festival on February 18, 2019.Continue reading

Harlem’s Alicia Keys And Others To Honor Diva Aretha Franklin In Tribute Concert

The Clive Davis tribute to the Queen of Soul has a name and lineup! Alicia Keys, Patti LaBelle, and Bebe Winans will honor Aretha Franklin‘s life and legacy on January 13, 2019.Continue reading

Harlem Fave Gordon Parks Foundation Gala To Honor Ava DuVernay And Others

On Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at Cipriani 42nd Street, The Gordon Parks Foundation will host its Annual Awards Dinner and Auction celebrating Parks’ rich legacy and honoring those that continue to make an impact in the performing and visual arts and humanitarianism.Continue reading

Lena Waithe The Master At Build

As the first black woman to win an Emmy for comedy writing, for the heartbreaking and human “Thanksgiving” episode of “Master of None,” Lena Waithe stops by to talk about her new project, "The Chi." Continue reading

Kennedy Center Launches First Ever Hip-Hop Season With Harlem Stage Ex-Director

The Kennedy Center has been presenting hip-hop for over 15 years, but not as part of its institutional programming. Continue reading

NAACP’s Statement In Regarding The 2017 Emmy Winners

A statement by the NAACP: The NAACP is tremendously pleased that this year's Emmy nominations accurately reflected the work of the many talented individuals of color. Continue reading

Common Talks Ava DuVernay, 13th Amendment And More At Build

The title of Ava DuVernay’s extraordinary and galvanizing documentary refers to the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, which reads, “Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States.” Continue reading

Common Surprises Harlem School With $10,000 Donation

Oscar and Grammy winner Common surprised a group of New York students by donating $10,000 to help their teachers buy supplies like calculators and science kits.Continue reading

African Singer Somi’s ‘Petite Afrique,’ Dedicated To Harlem At The Schomburg

East African singer-songwriter Somi returns to the Neighborhood Concert series with her blend of jazz and African music. Continue reading

Somi’s ‘Petite Afrique,’ Dedicated To Harlem’s African Immigrant Community (Video)

Somi's new album, Petite Afrique, is a song cycle dedicated to the gentrification of Harlem’s African immigrant community in Little Africa on 116th Street (in central Harlem) —her most political work to date.Continue reading

Harlem’s Denny Moe’s Cultivates The Intersection Between Health And Hair Cuts

Denny Moe’s Superstar Barbershop, known around the globe for its world-class precision haircuts and ongoing commitment to philanthropy is gearing up to host its signature event, Cutting for a Cure. Continue reading

Diddy’s Revolt And Others Present ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards

On Thursday, June 23, 2016, the stars came out for a fabulous night at the 29th annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards returned to The Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles, CA. Continue reading

Harlem’s Alicia Keys Performs At Starbucks Shareholder Meeting

On March 23rd, 2016 Harlem Alicia Keys performed at the Starbucks shareholder meeting. Thousands waited in line for hours in the rain outside an auditorium in downtown Seattle Wednesday morning, the way you might for Adele tickets or a new Yeezy shoe. Continue reading

Up Close with CC Minton: Award-Winning Common Gets Personal

By CC Minton Who best to get up close and personal with than award-winning artist Common with a room full of music lovers in New York City. The Golden Globe, Academy and Grammy award- winning entertainer approached the stage with his musical entourage at Harlem MIST on Wednesday, May 6, 2015. Continue reading

Common Up Close & Personal At Madiba Harlem At MIST

Lonnie Rashid Lynn, also known as Common, was born March 13 1972. Fast-forwarding 2 decades, he debuts his first album Can I Have A Dollar? and grows exponentially throughout the 90's. Continue reading