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Black America Web
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Childish Gambino: A Genius Shaped by Diverse Influences
Source: Phillip Faraone/VF24 / Getty Donald Glover, better known by his stage name Childish Gambino, is an artist defined by his versatility and relentless ambition. Whether it's acting, writing, or making music, Gambino's work reflects a complex web of influences that spans genres and generations. From hip-hop legends like OutKast, Eminem, and Kanye West to funk and soul trailblazers such as Funkadelic and Sly & The Family Stone, and even the shimmering beats of LCD Soundsystem, Gambino's artistry is a melting pot of inspirations. This collision of styles and sounds has given birth to some of the most innovative projects in modern music. A standout example of these influences coming to life is his critically acclaimed album Awaken, My Love! , which wears its funk and soul inspirations on its sleeve while offering a distinctly modern twist. The Funkadelic Spark Behind Awaken, My Love! Full albumbelow. Released in 2016, Awaken, My Love! marked a dramatic departure from Gambino's earlier projects, trading sharp raps for soulful crooning and psychedelic funk arrangements. The album channels the raw energy and emotional depth of 1970s funk, heavily inspired by artists like Funkadelic and Sly & The Family Stone. Glover himself has credited these pioneers as integral to the album's creation. RELATED | Childish Gambino Surprise Drops New Album 'Atavista' & Announces World Tour Growing up, his father played records like Funkadelic's Maggot Brain , which Glover described as both 'sexual and scary' in an interview with Billboard . Sly Stone's ability to blend political messaging with groovy, genre-defying sounds also had a lasting impact on Gambino's vision for Awaken, My Love! A prime example of this influence is the track 'Redbone.' Its falsetto vocals and hypnotic bassline evoke Bootsy Collins-era Funkadelic while maintaining a contemporary edge. The haunting yet seductive tone of the song mirrors the visceral feelings Glover recalled experiencing when hearing Funkadelic as a child. Beyond its funk roots, 'Redbone' became a cultural anthem, finding renewed fame in the Oscar-winning film Get Out . See the scene in the movie below where Redbone is playing: One of the most fascinating connections between Gambino and his influences is the thread tying his work to artists like OutKast. Known for their fearless innovation and unapologetic eccentricity, OutKast opened doors for hip-hop to venture into uncharted territories. Their influence is particularly evident in Gambino's commitment to constantly reinventing his sound. Take 'Me and Your Mama,' the opening track of Awaken, My Love! It fuses the operatic grandeur of OutKast's The Love Below with the wild experimentation of vintage funk, proving that Gambino, much like Andre 3000, thrives in defying expectations. Similarly, LCD Soundsystem's electronic landscapes helped shape Gambino's earlier works, particularly in his album Because the Internet . Full album below. Tracks like '3005' incorporate the layered synths and emotional vulnerability reminiscent of James Murphy's best works. The fusion of electronic and emotional storytelling laid the groundwork for the soul-baring moments found later in Awaken, My Love! A Legacy in the Making Childish Gambino's artistry is a testament to how inspiration can be both a tribute to the past and a springboard into the future. By channeling the poetry of OutKast, the rawness of Funkadelic, and the intricacies of LCD Soundsystem, he has created a body of work that feels timeless yet refreshingly original. What makes Gambino's craft so compelling is not just the influences he draws from, but how he transforms them. He doesn't merely mimic; he reimagines. With Awaken, My Love! , the artist took the funk and soul soundscapes of the '70s and introduced them to a modern audience, ensuring that the music that inspired him lives on in new and vital ways. Childish Gambino's evolution proves that no genre or era exists in isolation. Instead, music flows across time, offering endless roots and rhythms to inspire the artists of tomorrow. Take a look below at some of the music from artists Childish Gambino has been influenced by. Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
Irish Times
10-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
More than half of women entrepreneurs feel financially insecure, AIB survey finds
More than half of Irish women entrepreneurs (52 per cent) feel financially insecure, with nearly one third saying their business would not withstand a financial shock, according to new research by AIB . The survey, which took insights from women entrepreneurs and small business owners in Ireland to gauge their levels of financial security, found that more than half of the respondents said they believe their company would have to shut down entirely if they were unable to work for a period. Almost three-quarters of women entrepreneurs said they were focused on business growth and 47 per cent said they were interested in seeking additional funding or investment over the next 12 months. [ Ireland ranks third in Europe for investment in women-led start-ups Opens in new window ] While just 52 per cent of business owners had sought financial advice for their business, 70 per cent had done so for their personal finances. Despite this, more than 90 per cent were open to receiving financial advice in either sector, if it was tailored to their needs. READ MORE While nearly three-quarters of respondents had a personal pension in place, just 30 per cent said they had established a pension plan through their business and one in five said they had not made any retirement plans at all. Among those who had set up pensions, there was still uncertainty over how much income their pension would provide, at 36 per cent of respondents to the survey , which was carried out in conjunction with AwakenHub and Network Ireland. 'These findings show that while female business owners are incredibly driven and focused on growth, many are doing so without a financial safety net,' said Ciara Ryan, head of wealth at AIB. Sinead Crowley, the co-founder of women entrepreneurs network, AwakenHub, said the findings 'illustrate a critical intersection between ambition and vulnerability in female entrepreneurship.' 'The fact that over half of respondents don't feel financially secure is significant,' she said.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Activate Your Senses: Discover the Future of Workspace Aesthetics with CECOCECO at Workspace Design Show 2025
LONDON, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CECOCECO is thrilled to announce its participation in the Workspace Design Show 2025, taking place from February 26-27 in London. Aligned with this year's theme, 'Activate Your Senses,' CECOCECO will unveil its latest innovation, ArtMorph, inviting attendees to experience a groundbreaking fusion of design and technology that redefines modern Seasons Embrace Terrain WhispersAt booth VG8, CECOCECO will present its booth theme, 'Revival: Seasons Embrace Terrain Whispers.' This immersive installation integrates seasonal transitions with terrain-inspired aesthetics to offer a multi-sensory journey through modern workspace design. Attendees can explore two stunning ArtMorph walls: Wood Design with Contour Lines: A sophisticated blend of natural elements and modern aesthetics, this wall showcases mesmerizing light effects that highlight intricate contour patterns. Four-Season Interactive Wall: Divided into sections representing each season, this interactive masterpiece allows visitors to touch themed panels and activate dynamic light effects. When visitors interact with the four-season wall, the Wood Design with Contour Lines wall will simultaneously display corresponding seasonal light effects, creating a harmonious and immersive sensory experience. These installations exemplify CECOCECO's commitment to integrating innovative design with technology, delivering experiences that stimulate the senses and inspire creativity. Collaborations with Industry VisionariesCECOCECO's partnership with leading design firms adds depth to its presence at the show: Design Talks with Gensler: As part of the Design Talks lounge, Gensler will feature a captivating installation, 'Awaken,' with a sky-inspired ArtMorph design by CECOCECO. Enhanced with light effects depicting sunrise and sunset, this installation exemplifies the seamless integration of artistic vision and cutting-edge Entrance Designed by Sheppard Robson: Visitors will begin their journey through an entrance crafted with CECOCECO's ArtMorph Voyager. This immersive space engages the senses with a dynamic interplay of colors, textures, and shapes, sparking curiosity and imagination. A Vision for the Future'Collaborating with Gensler and Sheppard Robson to bring these visionary concepts to life has been an incredible experience,' said Henry, Product Director of CECOCECO. 'We're excited to push the boundaries of workspace innovation and invite attendees to join us at booth VG8 to explore the future of design.' Join Us at Workspace Design Show 2025Don't miss the chance to experience CECOCECO's transformative approach to workspace aesthetics. Visit booth VG8 at the Workspace Design Show 2025 to witness the future of design and technology. Photos accompanying this announcement are available at CONTACT: For media inquiries, please contact: Marketing Team CECOCECO: marketing@ in to access your portfolio
BBC News
30-01-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
Blackpool: Heated exchange in grooming gang inquiry debate
There were heated exchanges as councillors debated calls for Blackpool to be part of a national inquiry into child grooming warning the resort has many of the risks associated with child sexual exploitation, Conservative group leader councillor Paul Galley failed to get a notice of motion Galley had submitted a motion to a meeting of the full council urging for a letter to be written to Home Secretary Yvette Cooper asking for a national inquiry, with Blackpool of the Justice for Charlene Downes campaign group booed and unfurled banners which said Break the Silence on Child Abuse as his notice of motion was thrown. Child targeted online The ruling Labour group instead voted for an amendment welcoming the government's decision to implement the recommendations made by the Jay Report, following a seven year inquiry into child sex Jim Hobson, cabinet member for children's services, said the outcome of an inspection into child safeguarding had been received, which praised the council's response to children at risk of Mr Galley told the meeting child grooming gangs potentially operated from hotels and amusement arcades and warned "Blackpool should have a voice" in any future inquiry which needed to cover links to coastal group deputy leader councillor Michele Scott added: "We have all seen the reports of vile crimes against children. We have heard how this is a far greater problem in our society and far more widespread than any of us could have imagined."She said a child in her own ward had recently been targeted by an online groomer and was saved only due to the vigilance of their family, while the police had recently sent text messages to residents warning them of the risks of grooming and county including councillor Jim O'Neill from Reform UK said the recommendations of the Jay Report should be implemented at the same time as a new national inquiry was the Labour group said Blackpool had been successfully tackling the risk of child sexual exploitation in the town since 2004 when the multi-agency Awaken task force had been set up following the disappearance of 14-year-old schoolgirl Charlene Downes. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on BBC Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram and watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer.
