The legacy of the Lunar Landing 53 years later
On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins left Earth’s comfy atmosphere and headed off into the...
How Anita Baker redefined Quiet Storm music with sophisticated soul
Legendary R&B siren Anita Baker will hold her final performance at Little Caesar’s Arena tonight. In honor of her significant...
Opera MODO is transforming the medium
A classic comedic opera was given a new lease on life, thanks to Opera MODO. The Detroit arts organization is...
“We Bear” exhibit showcases prisoner artwork during the pandemic
The Ann Arbor Art Fair is one of the largest in the country. It brings in more than half a...
What to know about the Concert of Colors 2022
The Concert of Colors is back in full swing for the 2022 season. Founded by WDET’s own Ismael Ahmed (host...
Reflecting on the inclusive beginnings of the Concert of Colors
Detroit has long been a destination for immigrant communities, dating to before Henry Ford began the first automotive assembly line...
Ego Ella May makes music that heals the soul
Having come up in the South London music scene, songstress Ego Ella May was influenced by artists such as Stevie...
WDET’s own Ismael Ahmed talks Concert of Colors, National Endowment of the Arts
The Concert of Colors, metro Detroit’s free annual diversity-themed music festival, returns this week for its 30th year. It was...
How video games are shaping entertainment
Video games have been a multi-trillion-dollar industry for years now. But over the course of the pandemic, gaming has become...
Photos: Metro Detroit Muslim community celebrates Eid al-Adha
Saturday marked Eid al-Adha, the Celebration of Sacrifice. Muslims across Metro Detroit gathered to commemorate Prophet Abraham’s sacrifice of his...
Berkley Street Art Fest to transform downtown into an outdoor art studio
Art lovers rejoice. On Saturday, downtown Berkley is set to transform into an outdoor art studio for the Berkley Street...
Cass Café to close its doors
The rumors are true: The legendary Cass Café is closing its doors after 29 years. Melody Baetens of The Detroit...