Jay Connor
The Root
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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2023 Grammys: I Survived Grammy Week and Lived to Write About It
Grammy Week in Los Angeles might be a lot of things, but one thing it's absolutely not is for the weak. → Read More
The Tracklist for Smokey Robinson’s GASMS Proves He’s Really Bout That Life
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee is set to drop his first new album in nine years. But we gotta talk about this tracklist. → Read More
Disneyland’s Celebration of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Is Just As Dope as It Sounds
In the wake of King T'Challa's death, Wakandans are setting up shop at Disneyland Resort. → Read More
The Rumors Are True: Amazon Music Live Is Cooking With Gas
The weekly livestreamed concert series boasts performances from Lil Baby, Megan Thee Stallion, Lil Wayne and more. → Read More
Patrón Introduces New Luxury Tequila El Alto—With a Little Help From Missy Elliot
With a new wax figure at The "Lose Control" rapper has plenty to celebrate as of late. → Read More
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Proves Grief Is Not Our Enemy
Shuri’s narrative arc affords her the tools to both properly honor King T'Challa and usher in the next era of her proud nation. → Read More
Blowing Money Fast Is the Next Chapter in Starz's Burgeoning BMF Empire
The eight-episode docuseries chronicles the rise and fall of the notorious Black Mafia Family. → Read More
3 Reasons Now Is the Perfect Time to Go to Disneyland—As In Right Now
It's The Happiest Place on Earth indeed. No, really. → Read More
The Official 'Who Lied and Said Summer Was Over?' Gift Guide
Fall might be around the corner, but summer ain't trying to hear it. → Read More
Napa Valley’s Inaugural Blue Note Jazz Festival Was Everything I Didn't Know I Needed
The three-day Blackstravaganza was curated by Blue Note's artist in residence, Robert Glasper. → Read More
Nope Is a Spellbinding Sci-Fi Spectacle. It's Also a Teachable Moment
Jordan Peele's third crack at the director's chair cements his status as one of the greats. → Read More
Help! I Can't Stop Listening to Steve Lacy's Gemini Rights!
If too much of anything makes you an addict, the Compton native's sophomore album might put me in rehab. → Read More
I Got My Entire Life During Juneteenth Weekend In Los Angeles
The B-Hen Block Party, Fixins Presents Juneteenth at LA Live and the Leimert Park Juneteenth Festival were among the many events that celebrated Black joy. → Read More
Heavy Is the Crown: David Stalter Wins Red Bull Dance Your Style National Finals USA
The Minneapolis, Minn., native crushed his competitors in the prestigious street dance competition. → Read More
Dave Chappelle Unveils a 'Lunatic's Manifesto' During Netflix Is a Joke Festival
Love him or hate him, the polarizing comedian is here to stay. → Read More
Review: They Call Me Magic Explores the Dual Lives of One of the NBA's Greatest Maestros
Apple TV+ gives us a glimpse into the life and legacy of NBA legend Magic Johnson. → Read More
We Outside: Who Says Off-Road Racing and Black People Don't Mix?
If this pandemic has taught us anything, it's to venture outside of our comfort zones and live our best lives—racial stereotypes be damned. → Read More
Grammy Weekend Was Everything, but the Belle of the Ball Was Silk Sonic
Here's my testimony on what it was like to survive Grammy Weekend in Las Vegas. And yes, Silk Sonic's residency at MGM Grand was the best part. → Read More
DJ Jazzy Jeff Is Throwing a Virtual 'Live to the Beat' Dance Party to Combat Heart Disease
The legendary DJ is partnering with the CDC Foundation to address cardiovascular disease in the Black community. → Read More
The Los Angeles Rams Are Your Super Bowl Champions
On Sunday, the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20. → Read More