Joshua R.'s Articles
Step Afrika! Returns to Washington
The Root Recommends: The renowned D.C. step group's upcoming performance series.
2 Exhibits Explore Race and Youth Culture
The Root Recommends: A reception for six New York artists who display their compelling visuals.
Going 'Beyond Ellis D': One All-Star's Story
The Root Recommends: An iBook that tells the little-known tale of an unusual black baseball legend.
Usher Finds New Self With Latest Album
The Root Recommends: The Grammy-winning R&B superstar releases some new tracks.
Author Talks 'Segregation' in New Book
The Root Recommends: A new book that unravels the history of segregation in cities.
Imani Uzuri's 'Gypsy Diaries': New World Soul
The Root Recommends: The latest CD by a singer who blends blues, folk and global-music influences.
The Root and 100 Black Men's Policy Soiree
The Root Recommends: Join us in D.C. for a social justice talk and cocktail reception.
'Doin' It in the Park': Hoops Doc Soars
The Root Recommends: A new film that showcases the culture of New York playground basketball.
The Roots' 5th Annual Picnic Hits Philly
The Root Recommends: This weekend's music festival is curated by hip-hop's hardest-working band.
'Big Fun in the Big Town': Rap Film on DVD
The Root Recommends: A rare Dutch documentary on 1980s New York hip-hop that gets a long-awaited release.
