Black Music Month

In the late 70s, rapper Kurtis Blow signed to Mercury Records, becoming the first rapper to be signed by a major label. He released his first hit "Christmas Rappin" which to this day you can hear on the radio during the holiday season but his next song with go on to make history.

Black Music Month

Marvin Gaye's album "Here My Dear" is a classic of black music and set a standard that stands to this day.

  Hip Hop often has a way of inspiring dance crazes and viral movements that take the world by storm. These dances become popular and associated with specific songs, creating memorable moments in pop culture, and viral movements. Here are a few examples of rap songs that have had ICONIC dance associated with them:

The Hip-Hop icon reminds the BIMBÉ 2023 crowd exactly why he's known as "The Teacha" in this exclusive freestyle!

With performances by KRS-One, Mr. Cheeks, Petey Pablo, Intro and more, Durham's annual cultural arts festival was a huge success.

Black Music Month

Natalie's first Grammy win made history when she become the first Black Artist to win Best New Artist at the 18th Annual Grammy Awards.

Black Music Month

A moment that made music history happened on March 2, 1974, when Stevie Wonder became the first Black artist to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.

Black Music Month

MC Lyte is continuing to make sure women's contributions to Hip-Hop are properly recognized.

Black Music Month

    We continue our Black Music Month celebration, spotlighting the moments that made history. In the past 50 years, there may not have been a bigger moment than what happened on August 11th, 1973. On that day, a culture was born. READ MORE BLACK MUSIC MONTH STORIES ON BLACKAMERICAWEB.COM: On August 11th, 1973 at […]

One of the culture’s most preeminent pioneers was celebrated in his hometown this week. Grandmaster Flash has received an honorary degree from Lehman College.  As per HipHopDX, the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame member graced the stage at the educational intuition but not behind the turntables. On Thursday, June 1 he attended Lehman College’s 2023 […]

These Black musicians-turned-actors lit up the small screen in their respective TV guest cameos.

Black Music Month

Aretha Franklin's iconic 1972 live album 'Amazing Grace' captures her powerful vocal range and showcases her unique style of gospel music that has inspired generations.