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Debuting this May at the Marché du Film, The Colour of Cannes Honours is launching with one mission: creating intentiona...
05/15/2026

Debuting this May at the Marché du Film, The Colour of Cannes Honours is launching with one mission: creating intentional space for filmmakers and creative leaders of color to be seen, connected, and celebrated on a global stage.

Inspired by the 70th anniversary of Carmen Jones — the groundbreaking 1954 film starring Dorothy Dandridge and Harry Belafonte — the initiative blends legacy with forward movement, spotlighting culture-forward storytelling and the people pushing the industry forward.

The inaugural celebration will include VIP receptions, industry panels, networking opportunities, and honors recognizing leaders making an impact across film and media. Among them is Crystine Zhang, who will receive the Vanguard Award.

As conversations around representation continue across entertainment, Colour of Cannes is positioning itself as more than an event — it’s a statement about access, visibility, and who gets to shape the future of cinema.

What stories from underrepresented filmmakers deserve more global attention right now?

Big congratulations to Kwofe Coleman on being named one of seven honorary degree recipients for Washington University in...
05/14/2026

Big congratulations to Kwofe Coleman on being named one of seven honorary degree recipients for Washington University in St. Louis’ 2026 commencement ceremony.

This year’s honorees also include Andy Cohen, Michael McDonald, Deborah E. Lipstadt, Marcus E. Raichle Sr., Anabeth C. Weil, and John D. Weil.

A 2016 Delux Power 100 Awardee, Coleman started at The Muny as a teenager in 1998 and became the first African-American president and CEO in the theater’s 100+ year history.

The St. Louis native has helped lead a new era for The Muny centered around growth, diversity, and community outreach — continuing to make one of the city’s most iconic institutions more inclusive and accessible for all.

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is bringing his “Worse Than A Lie” book signing tour to St. Louis. 📚✊🏾Join an evening of...
05/13/2026

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is bringing his “Worse Than A Lie” book signing tour to St. Louis. 📚✊🏾

Join an evening of conversation, insight, and community as Crump celebrates the release of his powerful new book alongside special guest and moderator Dr. Christi Griffin.

📍 10191 Halls Ferry Rd. | St. Louis, Missouri
📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM

Seats are limited, so make sure to reserve yours today through Eventbrite.

Will you be in the building for this conversation? 👀

ON THIS DATE (56 YEARS AGO)May 13, 1970 – The Jackson 5: “The Love You Save” b/w “I Found That Girl” (Motown M-1166) 45 ...
05/13/2026

ON THIS DATE (56 YEARS AGO)
May 13, 1970 – The Jackson 5: “The Love You Save” b/w “I Found That Girl” (Motown M-1166) 45 single is released in the US.

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“The Love You Save” is a song by The Jackson 5, released in 1970 as a single and included on their album ABC by Motown Records. Written and produced by The Corporation (Berry Gordy, Freddie Perren, Alphonzo Mizell, and Deke Richards), the track is a pop-soul hit with a runtime of 3:04. It features Michael Jackson’s lead vocals, with brothers Jermaine, Tito, Marlon, and Jackie on harmonies, backed by Motown’s Funk Brothers, including James Jamerson on bass and Gene Pello on drums. The lyrics, delivered with youthful energy, warn a girl against reckless romances, using playful metaphors like traffic signals. Released on May 13, 1970, with “I Found That Girl” as the B-side, it topped the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks and reached #1 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart.

Recorded at Hitsville West in Los Angeles, “The Love You Save” was the third of four consecutive #1 hits for The Jackson 5 in 1970, following “I Want You Back” and “ABC.” Its upbeat tempo, catchy hooks, and tight production epitomized Motown’s bubblegum soul sound, cementing the group’s teen idol status. The song’s success helped ABC peak at #4 on the Billboard 200. Frequently performed on TV shows like American Bandstand, it remains a staple of their early catalog, covered by artists like Hanson and featured in media like Guardians of the Galaxy (2014).

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Reading with children is about so much more than learning words — it’s about connection, confidence, emotional security,...
05/13/2026

Reading with children is about so much more than learning words — it’s about connection, confidence, emotional security, and lifelong well-being.

In a conversation with Ready Readers, Executive Director Angela Sears-Spittal and Program Director Maggie Strube, they share how early literacy directly impacts children’s mental and emotional development from birth.

“Nearly 90% of brain development happens in the first five years of life,” Angela explained. “Those loving interactions with caregivers help build the foundation for literacy, learning, and resilience.”

And the message to parents is simple: there is no “perfect” way to read.

Reading can look like pointing at pictures, singing songs, making silly voices, telling stories from memory, or simply letting your child hear your voice throughout the day.

“What matters most is the connection, the conversation, and the consistency,” Angela shared.

Maggie also reminded families that literacy moments happen naturally every day — during bedtime, errands, walks, or even reading a cereal box at breakfast.

“Even if your child can’t understand every word, they understand that you’re there — and that matters enormously.”

Ready Readers continues bringing books, Storytimes, and literacy resources directly into neighborhoods, classrooms, and homes across the St. Louis region, distributing more than 170,000 new books last year alone.

The FREE MATI Block Party is back July 17–18 and bigger than ever, transforming Washington Avenue into a celebration of ...
05/13/2026

The FREE MATI Block Party is back July 17–18 and bigger than ever, transforming Washington Avenue into a celebration of music, art, culture, food, fashion, skating, dance, and creativity across Grand Center Arts District.

DJ Spinderella and Natasha Diggs on the 1s and 2s, roller skating, circus performances, pop-up fashion shows, murals, immersive art, local vendors, family activities, and some of St. Louis’ favorite food spots — this is more than a festival, it’s a full city experience.

Frizz Fest’s Blooming Business Market will also bring together local creatives, artisans, wellness brands, fashion, beauty products, handcrafted goods, and community resources all weekend long.

And yes… Delux Magazine is proud to be part of the movement helping bring The Key to life with two unique nights of music and dance.

No MATI pass required for the block party.

Learn more: https://matistl.org

4 years ago today, Kendrick Lamar released his album “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers” Kendrick gave listeners one of his ...
05/13/2026

4 years ago today, Kendrick Lamar released his album “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers”

Kendrick gave listeners one of his most personal and layered projects to date with hits “N95”, “Count Me Out”, and “Father Time”.

Looking back 4 years later… where does Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers rank in Kendrick’s catalog? 👀🎤

Delux interviewed community leader and Black Wall Street 314 founder Farrakhan Shegog for a powerful conversation center...
05/12/2026

Delux interviewed community leader and Black Wall Street 314 founder Farrakhan Shegog for a powerful conversation centered on leadership, economic development, and the future of Black communities in St. Louis.

One of the biggest takeaways from the interview? The reminder that “all movement is not progress.” Farrakhan breaks down the difference between activity and intentional growth — and why sustainable community transformation requires vision, accountability, and ownership.

The conversation also explores his long-term vision for “parallel prosperity,” a model where commercial corridor development and residential community growth happen together — not separately.

“Our communities are dictated by the type of leadership we have but further identified by how we respond to that leadership.”

This interview goes beyond conversation. It’s a blueprint for thinking bigger about what investment, leadership, and economic empowerment can truly look like in St. Louis and beyond.

Mental health support can’t always wait.In our latest conversation, Tiffany Lacy Clark breaks down how BHR’s RESPONSE pl...
05/12/2026

Mental health support can’t always wait.

In our latest conversation, Tiffany Lacy Clark breaks down how BHR’s RESPONSE platform is bringing real-time mental health intervention directly into schools — giving students immediate access to wellness tools, peer support, and crisis care when they need it most.

With 1 in 3 adolescents experiencing a mental health disorder, RESPONSE is focused on turning awareness into action through barrier-free support, prevention resources, and rapid intervention.

“Every moment counts during a crisis.”

Read more now on Deluxmag.com🔗

It’s the Thuggish Ruggish Bone 🎶🎵Shout out to for the opportunity ‼️📸:
05/11/2026

It’s the Thuggish Ruggish Bone 🎶🎵
Shout out to for the opportunity ‼️

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St. Louis basketball legend Larry Hughes is bringing community leaders, corporate partners, and changemakers together fo...
05/11/2026

St. Louis basketball legend Larry Hughes is bringing community leaders, corporate partners, and changemakers together for a powerful afternoon focused on investing in the future of our youth. 🏀

The Developing Peak Performers Tip Off Luncheon is all about creating opportunities, mentorship, and long-term impact for the next generation.

Updated Address⬇️
📍 Urban Ballroom
3224 Locust St. Louis MO 63103
📅 Thursday, June 4, 2026
⏰ 12PM–1:30PM

Hosted by Larry Hughes and Foundation For Success.

Salute to the sponsors helping make it happen, including Morgan Stanley, Ameren, and Seven Brew.

Tickets are live now.
www.developingpeakperformers.com
Seating is limited.

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