Taji Burris

As someone who was born and raised in Baltimore while loving music, Taji asked himself, why not cover both? As the music and culture reporter, he discusses topics ranging from album reviews and show coverage to interviews with brand owners and much more. He has covered the Baltimore music scene since 2015 for outlets such as The Working Title and The 4th Quarter, and now at the Baltimore Banner.

Latest content by Taji Burris

A fashion hub forms on 25th Street

Between Charles Street and Maryland Avenue are some of the most well-known local brands in Baltimore, including L.R.L, Huey Brand and Ouftur Couture.

June 23, 2022

What to do Juneteenth weekend

There are events throughout the region for Juneteenth weekend — some that are directly honoring those who were previously enslaved centuries ago, and others that just provide the opportunity for a fun outing.

June 15, 2022

Six Baltimore cheesesteaks that are better than almost anything in Philly

If you want a real cheesesteak come to Baltimore, which has some of the greatest cheesesteaks in the world, even though it isn’t as renowned as Philly.

June 14, 2022

D. Watkins talks life lessons in his latest book

In Black Boy Smile, Watkins revisits moments that shaped his mindset, personal relationships and definition of “manhood.”