“Forward Ever Backward Never” Celebrates 5th year of Beloved Black History Tradition in Isla Vista

“Forward Ever Backward Never” Celebrates 5th year of Beloved Black History Tradition in Isla Vista

ISLA VISTA, Calif.— The Isla Vista Community uplifted black culture at their “Forward Ever, Backward Never” event. “I find my joy in music. And so I hope other people can find joy in music, too,” said local musician DJ TStone. Alla McKeon got people dancing and reflecting. She says she selected each song with intention to reflect the powerful voices in black history. “A lot of classic songs by songwriters who in their time had to enter through a…