SUNLIGHT - tabi Bonney (directed by tabi Bonney)

I remember Tabi doing this track last year when he opened up for Talib Kweli at the Black Cat in DC. I couldn't wait to get the CDQ of this song to bump in my car all summer. Tabi has recently directed the video for one of my favorite songs by him to date.  With each new jam, Tabi continues to use his unique style to put on for our hometown of Washington, DC.

Theo Martins-"I Can’t Stop" (Puffy Time)

Here's some new Dub-Step inspired music from "RI Hero" Theo Martins. He has been killing it of late with some great music to get us ready for this change in the weather. Be on the look out for Mr. Martins in a town near you this summer as he continues to spread his musical talents to the world.

Miles "The Trumpet Man" Davis...

Miles Davis, one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, was born on this date in 1926 in Alton, Illinois. Davis was at the forefront of almost every major development in jazz from World War II to the 1990s. His sound was one only made by him and was constantly evolving.

Kendrick Lamar – HiiiPoWeR [Video]

This has been the most played song by #YEBies since it dropped. Cole did his thing with this beat as well. West Coast Rap is in good hands with Kendrick and #BlackHippy at the forefront.

New Visuals From Jay Electronica- "Dimethyltryptamine"[Video]

TIBH: Sierra Leone

On this date in 1961 Sierra Leone became politically independent of Great Britain. It would take another ten years but in April 1971 they became a republic.

Fonzworth Bentley 'C.O.L.O.U.R.S.' [MIXTAPE]

Fonzworth Bentley's music is finally seeing the light of day. His new mixtape, C.O.L.O.U.R.S. has 17 tracks in total including a couple previously released songs that have been on here. This is being called a mixtape but at one point this was suppose his debut album under Kanye's G.O.O.D. Music label. You can stream the entire mixtape here or go to iTunes and purchase the music. 

Here's a sample of what you are gonna get from Mr. Bentley...

TIBH:The Death of Kwame Nkrumah

On this date in 1971 the great African leader Kwame Nkrumah left us to be with the ancestors. While alive Nkrumah was the first President of Ghana and the first Prime Minister of Ghana. He was one of the biggest supporters of Pan-Africanism and was a founding member of the Organization of African Unity(OAU). Kwame was a great leader for the people of Ghana and shining example for leaders of the newly independent African nations. His pro-Africa stance came at a cost as outside forces in 1966 would help overthrow his government in a military coup. He lived in exile in Conakry, Guinea, as the guest of President Ahmed Sékou Touré for the remainder of his life.

Happy Independence Day Togo

On this date in 1960 the Togolese Republic gained independence under Sylvanus Olympio from France. In 1884 through the European "Scramble for Africa" Germany declared Togoland a protectorate. After World War I, rule over Togo was transferred to France.

Theo Martins – “Up & Away” [Video]

Theo "The Rhode Island Hero" Martins has a new video for "Up & Away" off his Sincerely Yours, The Dance Floor project. Sit back and enjoy as we continue to see the growth of Theo musically and visually.

TIBH: Coretta Scott

On this date in 1927 Coretta Scott was born in Marion, Al. She would go on to marry Martin Luther King, Jr. in 1953 and be an integral part of his civil rights movement in the 50's and 60's. After her husband's assassination, Coretta continued to play a role in the fight for the rights of blacks and women in America.

The Greater Than Club(TGTC) - Fly.Union

The Greater Than Club is the latest album from Fly.Union. This group from Columbus, Ohio has been on the road working hard laying down the ground work for this project. This new collection of music has appearances from Dom Kennedy, B.J. The Chicago, and Pac Div. These three along with Stalley continue to do their part to put Ohio's Hip-Hip scene on the map with the music they are blessing us with.

Download: Fly.Union -The Greater Than Club(TGTC) / iTunes Link

TIBH: South Africa's First Real Election

On this date in 1994, South Africa held its first ever all-race elections. This was a historic moment for a country that had been so deeply rooted in apartheid for so many years. The election of Nelson Mandela caused the nation to truly start the process of becoming a unified. This new leadership ushered in a chance of a new harmonious country and started the removal of the thick overcast of racial tension that had hovered over the land for decades.

Sunday Matinee: Spike Lee's 25th Hour

Cornel West On Barack Obama [Video]

How do you guys feel? Is Dr. West correct? Is there much hope for 2012?