Juneteenth Archives

Music

Morgan Freeman announces blues album rooted in Black music history

Oliver J. Jackson
June 23, 2026
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Oscar winner Morgan Freeman announces his first blues album ‘Death Letter Blues,’ released on Juneteenth, celebrating the powerful legacy of Black music with his unique interpretations alongside Taj Mahal.

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Black History

What is Día de los Negros? The Juneteenth celebration that Black Seminole descendants have kept alive in Mexico for over 100 years

Oliver J. Jackson
June 23, 2026
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Día de los Negros in Coahuila, Mexico, celebrates the rich heritage of Black Seminole descendants, marking over 100 years of honoring their ancestors’ escape from enslavement, echoing the spirit of Juneteenth.

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