Black in the 80's on VH1
Today on VH1, watch a fun and interesting 3-part series about African-Americans' influence and achievements in 80's pop culture. The series is called "Black in the 80's". Part 1, "Color TV" focuses on African-Americans in television broadcasting. Part 2, "Def Jams," explores the 80's black music renaissance with the success of artists like Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, and Whitney Houston, to name a few. Part 3, "Color in Film," highlights the movie industry and stereotypes.
The series airs tonight at 5pm and runs until 8pm. See VH1's web site for the schedule and details.
--Jill Stover, Undergraduate Services Librarian.