As we celebrate Black Music Month, it’s crucial to connect the pioneering voices of the past with the dynamic artists of today. Lucille Bogan, the raw and unfiltered blues singer of the early 20th century, and Sexyy Red, the unapologetic raw rapper of our time, exemplify a powerful lineage of Black female artists who challenge […]
If you think your club music just recently got dirty over the years, think further back. In 1935 Lucille Bogan made one of her last songs. The content of her music contained prostitution, drugs, and the like. “Shave ’em Dry” is one of the best examples of her music. Check it out!