Black Music Month
Lecrae blends faith and hip-hop with unmatched influence. From GRAMMY wins to inspiring a new wave of artists, his roots run deep in rhythm and impact.
From Mom & Pop Winans, to The Winans and BeBe & CeCe, we take a look at how the "First Family of Gospel" revolutionized the genre.
CeCe Winans delivers a soul-stirring Tiny Desk performance, celebrating 30 years of Alone in His Presence for NPR’s Black Music Month series.
“This is a story about control. My control. Control of what I say. Control of what I do. And this time, I’m gonna do it my way.” The opening monologue of Janet Jackson’s 1986 hit “Control” was more than just a lyric. It was a mission statement. Before this point, the public mostly regarded her as […]
2024 will be remembered as the year of the diss track. In addition to Kendrick and Drake going back and forth, we saw battles between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion, Ice Spice & Latto, Quavo & Chris Brown. Even Marlon Wayans wrote a country diss track against Soulja Boy. As we celebrate Black Music […]
Randy Savvy of the Compton Cowboys will host the "BEEN COUNTRY: Black Roots and Rhythm" event at NMAAM during CMA Fest 2025.
7 Bible Verses You Should Know for Black Music Month Black Music Month honors the profound legacy and global influence of Black musicians, composers, and vocalists across generations. From the spirituals sung in slavery to gospel, jazz, blues, soul, R&B, and hip-hop, Black music has always been a powerful force of faith, freedom, storytelling, and […]
Black music has played a significant role in the world of video games for decades. Our team put together a list of video games centered around black music artists
Don't tell Beyonce Giselle Knowles-Carter that she can't do something, because she will turn around and make a mockery of it all while uplifting others to ascend into their own success
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is an institution created to honor the titans of rock music and artists who have shaped the cultural landscape. As music evolves and hip-hop emerges as a leading genre influencing music worldwide, we’ve seen a notable increase in the induction of Black artists from hip-hop into the Rock Hall.
In honor of Black Music Month, we take a look at a few of the producers that have shaped music and formed the soundtrack of our lives.
As we celebrate Black Music Month, it’s crucial to connect the pioneering voices of the past with the dynamic artists of today. Lucille Bogan, the raw and unfiltered blues singer of the early 20th century, and Sexyy Red, the unapologetic raw rapper of our time, exemplify a powerful lineage of Black female artists who challenge […]
