February is Black History Month (BHM), symbolically a time for reflection and acknowledgement of the historical achievements of the Black diaspora. During this time we get an influx of info about the notable pioneers of the past, but kudos to Up From The Roots and Six Ah We Arts Collective for paying homage to the pioneers of the present with their “Black Present: A Black History Month Celebration Of Excellence” initiative.

5 members of our city’s on-going urban legacy: Trey Anthony (Da Kink In My Hair); Dr Jay (Soca Therapy); Dameion Royes (Big It Up); Luther Brown (DoDat) & Dwayne Morgan (When Brothers Speak, The Makings Of A Man) will be honoured at this event taking place this Sunday @ Revival (783 College St).

We got sooo much present-day pioneers and history-makers in our midsts that we take for granted.

Good to see some local recognition happening.

“Show respect while they alive that’s love, that’s peace, that’s hats off to the white glove!”

– Kardinal Offishall “We Gon Go”

More info after the jump.