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Black Music Month

Gospel music has always been a sacred and pivotal genre, especially when it comes to its influence. Though gospel can be traced back to the early 17th century, the early moldings of gospel music began with old negro spirituals that derived from slaves creating songs from Bible verses. Gospel would later transition into a more […]

Black queer artists are redefining music, embracing their identities and talent across genres from R&B to hip hop.

Discover the surprising R&B hits that originated from iconic Black films of the 90s.

Music

GRAMMY-winning lyricist Rapsody gears up for a new album this summer with a lead single that pays homage to our cultural hair story.

Black artists created iconic movie soundtrack songs that became cultural anthems, outgrowing their original films.

Black Music Month

NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series showcases the depth, creativity, and talent of Black artists across genres, from rap legends to R&B icons.

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Black Music Month celebrates podcasts that amplify hip-hop, R&B, and Black culture beyond just music.

Black artists created iconic songs that have been sampled across genres, shaping modern music's sound.

Music

GRAMMY-nominated musician Tobe Nwigwe pours his heart out on new single, "All Or Nothing," featuring Brit-soul singer Labrinth.

Movies

The 25th anniversary of Tribeca Festival kicked off with Questlove's stellar doc on Earth, Wind & Fire, including a performance by the band.

Michael Jackson fought MTV's racial bias, revolutionizing music videos and propelling his career as the 'King of Pop'.

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Michael Jackson Performances That Shifted Culture There are other entertainers, those who captivate us with their music, dance moves, and influence. And then there’s Michael Jackson, one of the most influential musicians of all time, who started it all. From his early days with his brothers during the Jackson 5 to becoming one of the […]