In Memoriam : Influential Musician James Mtume Dies at age 76; Official Statement
By Paige Boyd, Managing Editor We at Blende are saddened to hear about the loss of musical genius James Mtume, who transitioned on...
IN MEMORIAM: Chris-Tia Donaldson, Founder of TGIN Beauty, Passes Away At 42
By Paige Boyd, Managing Editor Chris-Tia Donaldson, the founder of the popular TGIN Beauty, has passed away at the age of 42. Essence...
IN MEMORIAM: William Shelby, member of R&B/Funk Bands Dynasty & Lakeside, Dies at 65
By Paige Boyd, Managing Editor We are sad to report the passing of Funk/R&B legend William Shelby, who died suddenly on October 26 at the...
In Memoriam: Tommy DeBarge, Founding Member of Switch, Dies at 64
By Paige Boyd, Managing Editor Musician Tommy DeBarge, who helped start the DeBarge Family’s musical legacy as a founding member of the...