Eryk Moore

There is a silence that too many Black men learn early in life. It's the silence that says, "Be strong." The silence that whispers, "Handle it yourself." The silence that convinces men that vulnerability is weakness and that asking for help somehow diminishes their masculinity. That silence is costing lives. As someone who experiences seasonal depression, I know firsthand that mental health doesn't always announce itself in obvious ways. Sometimes it arrives quietly. For me, there are seasons...

Every June, Black Music Month gives us an opportunity to recognize a truth that has shaped the sound of America and influenced cultures around the world: Black music is one of the most powerful creative forces in human history. From spirituals and blues to jazz, gospel, soul, funk, hip-hop, R&B, house, and countless other genres, Black artists have consistently transformed music, storytelling, language, fashion, and culture. The songs featured in this last week's edition of Hip-Hop Lab:...

A Soul Makeover for this Nation Is Long Overdue! America’s 250th anniversary celebrations are coming, and with them comes the announcement of a hodgepodge of yesteryear's artists who mostly bowed out because it just doesn't feel right. Our celebrations should reflect the genuine, diverse, curated nostalgia, highlight reels of progress stitched together as if the country has been moving forward. I believe our differences make us stronger. But the fallout isn’t in the celebration itself, it’s...