In 2016 award - winning journalist Toure ' wrote an article in Smithsonian Magazine praising Redd velvet for her powerful performances .
In 2016 award - winning journalist Toure ' work to preserve the history and heritage of the blues as an African - American art form .
In 2016 award - winning journalist Toure ' wrote an article in Smithsonian Magazine praising Redd velvet for her powerful performances and work to preserve the history and heritage of the blues as an African - American art form .