This week’s features for Detroit is Different highlight Black men that express themselves in creativity that is not given mass appeal. Ismail Walton is one of Detroit’s original breakdancers. Jitting (jitterbug), popping and locking, breaking, and ticking all have deep roots in Detroit culture. Soul train and many late 80’s early 90’s New Jack Swing videos feature dancers, steps, and styles Detroiters like Ismail directly influenced. His Detroit is Different feature that gives perspective into how. Yusef Shakur is an Author. Yusef’s autobiographical work ‘Window to my Soul,’ is an emotional read about his transformation from founding the gang Zone 8 to becoming a Black revolutionary organizer in his community.

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