Salute to Black History Month in Chicago! ✊ February is Black History Month, and Chicago, its birthplace, offers a vibrant tapestry of events and experiences to celebrate the rich contributions of the Black community. Here are some ways you can join the celebration: Immerse yourself in history: Bronzeville: Take a self-guided walking tour of Bronzeville, […]

As we come to the close of 2023, GO BANG! Magazine and myself, Pierre, would like to wish you and yours a HAPPY HOLIDAY season and a prosperous New Year. Please take care of yourself and your loved ones, and make a POSITIVE difference in someone’s life, each and every day. Live life to the […]

Photos courtesy of Facebook.com CLICK HERE TO DONATE#25ToStayAlive One of our own…Chicago’s own…House’s own…Craig Loftis, pioneering DJ, music producer, club owner and one of Frankie Knuckles’ proteges, needs our help. His club, “The Lodge”, one of Chicago’s only southside clubs dedicated to House music, culture and the community, was recently closed by the City of […]

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ISAIAH JAMAL EVANS / CALI VISUALS EXCEPT WHERE NOTED OTHERWISE – @IsaiahJamalEvans @CaliVisuals     On Sunday, August 13, 2023, Chicago native and former Soul Train Dancer Brandy Sanders brought her fabulously fun “Disco Ball” to the town where the dance began, CHICAGO! It was held at the posh South Shore Cultural […]

Photos courtesy of Chef Michael Daniels Chef Michael Daniels, founder of MD Creative Blends, grew up eating exotic foods including pheasant, quail, red snapper, orange roughy, mahi mahi and even octopus. “As a child, I would rush home every day to see what my mother had cooked for supper. This caused me to realize that […]

The International African American Museum (IAAM) explores the history, culture, and impact of the African American journey on Charleston, on the nation, and on the world, shining light and sharing stories of the diverse journeys, origin, and achievements of descendants of the African Diaspora. Located in Charleston, S.C., at the historically sacred site of Gadsden’s […]

Photo courtesy of Obama.org Reprinted from email:  http://www.Obama.org Recap video link   Hi Pierre, Earlier this week, I made a trip home to Chicago to hear firsthand from some of the inspiring young people and leaders who are a part of Obama Foundation programming. From meeting in a church I first visited as a young […]

Photo credit courtesy of:  Tonya Howell   Tonya Howell has been part of the dance music scene since she moved to Chicago in 1996. Back then she followed her favorite DJs from underground rave parties to the late-night clubs of the late 90s and early 2000s and found herself dancing til the sun came up […]

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Photo courtesy of Chief Tamba Taylor  “US-Based Fashion Designer Carrying On The ‘Blueprint’ of Liberia`s Traditional Chief Donates Precious Gifts To The National Museum” Reprinted by permission: Originally by Liberian Reporter, Mark B. NewaPhotos courtesy of Smart News Liberia & Chief Tamba Taylor A young spectacular dancer presents a small-sized drum to Chief Tamba Taylor […]

Story and photos courtesy of: Obama.org and The Obama Foundation CLICK VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikbWbQylWNc&t=250s PHOTOS LINK:  https://www.flickr.com/photos/160187588@N03/sets/72177720302973317/?utm_source=crm&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Chicago%20wkly_102122&sfmc_s=0033600001gweZFAAY Hi Pierre, This week, Michelle and I traveled home to Chicago to meet with students on the South and West Sides and see the impact the Obama Foundation is already having on the ground there. The two-day trip was […]

Photo Credit: Jake Bacon/AP   U.S. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October, on October 10 this year, to honor the cultures and histories of the Native American people. The day is centered around reflecting on their tribal roots and the tragic stories that hurt but strengthened their communities. The second […]

Photo courtesy of: PBS.ORG Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history, died Thursday, September 8. She was 96 years old. Queen Elizabeth II’s life was full of notable achievements, even before she became the Queen. During World War II (which ended when she was 19) Queen Elizabeth — princess Elizabeth at the time […]

Photo courtesy of: OBAMA.ORG   Hi Pierre, Today, Michelle and I returned to the White House together for the first time since leaving office, to join President and Dr. Biden in unveiling our official portraits. These portraits have a special significance, because they will hang in the White House alongside portraits of other presidents and […]

YouTube video courtesy of: @wipeout2649 CLICK VIDEO LINK ABOVE      #BlackHistoryMonth Stevie Wonder’s “Black Man” resonates even more in 2022, just as it did in 1976! Check out this revised video that really gives LIFE to the original monumental song. LYRICS: First man to dieFor the flag we now hold highWas a Black Man(Crispus […]

  THE BELL TOLLS FOR YOU Video link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwiShOzKJ-o&t=2s Tyrone Corbett is a songwriter, producer, engineer, videographer and owner of The Corbett Music Group. Corbett is not new to the entertainment industry and has worn many hats over the years. He started as a background singer and has worked with some of the industries finest […]

 House music is the third largest music genre in the world!!!! Here is the trailer. https://vimeo.com/633808501   Black Harvest Film Festival will virtually stream The Woodstock of House November 13- December 2, 2021. Streaming Ticket Info:  https://watch.eventive.org/gsfc/play/6168922c7c7500030b0cfe7a The documentary “The Woodstock of House”, a film that explores the origins of Chicago House music and its’ […]

SONG VIDEO LINK:  (courtesy of YouTube)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGOAXdva_LE Visit http://vote.org to find your local polling place. KEKE PALMER in “Actually Vote”brought to you by GENERATOR COLLECTIVE + STARRPIX directed by JAKE WILSONwritten by FINNEAS, BENJ PASEK, JUSTIN PAUL, KALEENA ZANDERSproduced by FINNEAS featuring ILANA GLAZER, JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS, JULIANNE MOORE, BELLA THORNE video produced by KARL FRANKENFIELD, ILANA GLAZER, […]

For Immediate Release October 29, 2020 The African American Arts Allianceto host 2020 Black Excellence Awards Online ceremony honoring Black artists to be held November 10th Chicago, IL—The African American Arts Alliance (AAAA) will host the 20th annual Black Excellence Awards, an evening celebrating Black artists, Black voices, and Black stories across all artistic disciplines, […]

REST IN PEACE MR. MARK S. ALLEN I am so sadden to hear the passing of my friend and motivator Mr. Mark Allen. From the day we met, in 2015, I was inspired by his passion for OUR PEOPLE and his wealth gaining process for Black people. I was inspired by him and attended some […]

http://pol.moveon.org/ On June 19, 1865, enslaved African-Americans in Galveston, Texas, were told they were free. Now, 155 years later, people in cities and towns across the U.S. continue to mark the occasion with celebrations. This Friday, June 19th, is Juneteenth, an annual celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. To honor this […]

🎥@northwesttapconnection#SayHisName #SayHerName #SayTheirName You can view the video here with this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fr-FyI-3wZ0 In 2016, Seattle-based Northwest Tap Connection hip hop instructor Shakiah Danielson created a protest piece that debuted at the 2016 Groovement at Rainier Beach to speak out against police brutality. This POWERFUL tap dance is a performance honoring the names and lives […]

Richmond Punch is a violin virtuoso who delivers a riveting, dynamic, explosive, and powerful performance! A native of Dallas, Texas, Richmond graduated from the top-rated Arts Magnet Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. He honed his craft and earned a Bachelor of Music degree from the famous Juilliard School of […]

GO BANG! Magazine would like to wish ALL Mother’s & Mother figures, a HAPPY & SAFE Mother’s Day! ENJOY YOUR DAY! 

On Friday, May 8, 2020, over 106,000 house music lovers came together and “HISTORY WAS MADE!” The Frankie Knuckles Foundation, The Chosen Few DJs, and Le Nocturne Chicago united to present a 10-hour musical marathon/benefit honoring the birthday of the late legendary DJ, Ron “Heart Attack” Hardy, and to raise money to buy a headstone […]

Reprinted from: https://www.illinoispolicy.org/ Under the latest extension of Illinois’ stay-at-home order, residents will be required to wear masks in stores and other places where social distancing is not possible. Beginning May 1, Illinois residents will be required to wear a mask or face covering in public places and in situations where they are unable to keep […]

Michael Cox, a Chicago native, is an artist of the heart. Being surrounded by art most of his life, this self-trained artist took hold and harnessed his creative force. Although he studied at Clark-Atlanta University with a focus in radio/television broadcasting, it is in the artistic world where his presence dominates. Through an intricate layering […]

GoFundMe Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/chicago-help-fund?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet Pierre Andre’ Evans & Go Bang! Magazine (www.GoBangMagazine.co ) asks for YOU to support: C.H.I.C.A.G.O. H.E.L.P. (Chicago’s House Inspired Campaign Always Giving Others Help & Emergency Love Project) Please donate what you can, to help your fellow man! The COVID-19 Pandemic has hit the world with deadly force. Millions of people worldwide […]

Reprint:Robbi Promoter23-44a 93rd stQueens, NY 11369 UPDATED STATEMENT ON THE 2020 CHOSEN FEW PICNIC & HOUSE MUSIC FESTIVAL April 24, 2020 We regrettably want to share with you all that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we are canceling the in-person Chosen Few Picnic & House Music Festival scheduled for July 4, 2020 in Chicago’s […]

A multidisciplinary production for grown folks. We entertain and heighten your senses with dance, poetry, fashion and music. Artistic Director: Erika Jarvis(email) creativesoul_ent@yahoo.com(Blog) https://www.blogtalkradio.com/unleashyourinhibitions?fbclid=IwAR1RYkwl29nyu6Lpah66oR4ZaFJH3EV-1HerB2Jwo9hXTtop_ak0hhefz6U

REPRINT OF WWW.NBCCHICAGO.COM All large gatherings planned for summertime in Illinois may need to be canceled, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Thursday. When asked during his daily coronavirus briefing if organizers of major summer events should plan on limiting crowds or making adjustments, Pritzker said he thinks “everybody needs to think seriously about canceling large summer […]

Peter Andersen is a theatre artist originally from Wisconsin who is based out of Chicago.  He is a graduate of Emerson College where he obtained his BFA in Acting.   Peter is currently finishing his season as a teaching artist for Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Northlight Theatre Company, and Writers Theatre. ​This summer he will be assisting Bill […]

For over 25 years, Writers Theatre has captivated Chicagoland audiences with inventive interpretations of classic work, a bold approach to contemporary theatre and a dedication to creating the most intimate theatrical experience possible. Under the artistic leadership of Michael Halberstam and the executive leadership of Kathryn M. Lipuma, Writers Theatre has grown to become a […]

A Taste of Theatre is a 501(c) organization dedicated to supporting self-producing playwrights by providing them a platform to showcase one scene of their play. 2012 – The very first festival occurred at the Portage Theatre. At the event, Shelly Garrett, the American Association of Community Theatre, Actors Equity, Mike Oquindo, IATW Rep, Dramatist Guild […]

Joseph “Joel” Hall was born in Chicago, Illinois, on April 20, 1949. Hall began his dancing career in 1968 under the tutelage of Ed Parrish, and the following year, he moved to New York City, where he studied under Denise Jefferson. Returning to Chicago, he earned his B.A. degree in sociology from Northeastern Illinois University […]

Blaq Ice is an American poet, international spoken word artist, entertainer, lecturer, promoter, producer, host, published author, mentor and activist. The contributions of this amazing artist to American spoken word poetry, is truly monumental. Not only has he left an imprint in arts and entertainment, but he has also left his footprint in communities all […]

Dancer:ADVANCED TICKETS ONLY – NO TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR!!! TICKET LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/house-music-dance-class-tickets-98875293665?aff=ebdssbeac Sun, April 26, 2020 (PENDING CORONAVIRUS BAN) 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM CDT Dance Studio 403 East 69th Street Chicago, IL 60637 “GOTTA HAVE HOUSE” – House Dance Class Learn the basics through intermediate levels of house music club-dancing. House music began in […]