Sountrack Of Progress- Crown Edition
DungeonForward's inspiring mantra "Crowns For The Culture" and the unwavering declaration "Forward Ever, Backward Never," encapsulates a journey of perseverance, unity, and cultural pride. This ethos is vividly mirrored in the musical legacies of artists such as Nina Simone, Bob Marley, Tupac Shakur, Marvin Gaye, Gil Scott-Heron, Kendrick Lamar, Billie Holiday, Stevie Wonder, and Lauryn Hill, who collectively form the "Soundtrack of Progress." Their music, a potent blend of defiance, hope, and introspection, serves as a beacon of progress, championing the richness of cultural identity and the relentless pursuit of equality. Each chord and verse not only celebrates the achievements and resilience of the Black community but also underscores the importance of moving forward, never backward, in the continuous fight for justice and recognition.
The mantra "Together Forward Through Sound," while not DungeonForward's official slogan, perfectly aligns with our vision and the impactful narratives crafted by these music icons. Through their art, these artists have donned their crowns, not just in acknowledgment of their heritage but as a call to action for cultural advancement. From the soul-stirring cries for freedom in Marley's anthems to Kendrick's lyrical dissection of systemic injustice, the music serves as a cultural compass pointing towards progress. It is in this harmony of purpose and passion where DungeonForward's vision converges with the artists' messages, creating a symphony of progress that transcends time. As we champion the beauty and strength of cultural heritage with "Crowns For The Culture," it echoes the same sentiment of moving forward with dignity, echoing the timeless reminder that our collective journey through sound is one of perpetual advancement, celebrating each note of progress along the way.
Artist | Song | Crown |
Nina Simone | "Beautiful Land" | Motherland x Sunika Kuraun |
Kendrick Lamar | "Money Trees" | WTLB - Outchea Thriving |
Lauryn Hill | "Doo Wop" | WTLB - Loyalty |
Ray charles | "What would I do without you?" | WTLB- Family |
Tupac Shakur | "Str8 Ballin’" | WTLB - Abundance |
Bob Marley | "Get Up, Stand Up" | Rise Blackout |
Al Green | "L-O-V-E" | Kipendo |
Marvin Gaye | "Inner City Blues" | Recess |
Billie Holiday | "Sugar" | Copper Top & Tawny Tactical Beanie |
Gil Scott-Heron | "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" | Stealth x Sunika Kuraun |
Stevie Wonder | "You Are The Sunshine Of My Life" | Butter Tactical Beanie |
- Butter
- Haze
- Ice
- Powder Pink
- Bone
- Hunter
- Stealth
- Beige
- Green
- Black
- Amber
- Midnight Blue
- Ocean Teal
- Sepia
- Sienna
- Tawny
- Bone
- Hunter
- Stealth