Black Music Month - Page 5

Black Music Month is coming to a close, but not until we celebrate the top Black live performers of all time. Check out a gallery inside.

10 African American Artist in Country You Should Know

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.

Roots & Rhythm: Celebrating the Connection Between Black Music and Professional Athletes June is Black Music Month, a time to celebrate the profound influence of Black musicians on the global soundtrack of our lives. This year, the theme “Roots & Rhythm” highlights how music deeply intertwines with diverse cultural elements—including the world of professional sports. […]

From Mom & Pop Winans, to The Winans and BeBe & CeCe, we take a look at how the "First Family of Gospel" revolutionized the genre.

In celebration of June being Black Music Month, we wanted to give our favorite girl groups their well-deserved flowers.

For Black Music Month, we take a look at how Janet Jackson shaped her career by taking matters into her own hands.

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 […]

We celebrate the birthday of musical mastermind Jimmy Jam with a gallery of his hits. Check out the hitmaker behind a generation of sound.

Childish Gambino: A Genius Shaped by Diverse Influences Donald Glover, better known by his stage name Childish Gambino, is an artist defined by his versatility and relentless ambition. Whether it’s acting, writing, or making music, Gambino’s work reflects a complex web of influences that spans genres and generations. From hip-hop legends like OutKast, Eminem, and […]

Randy Savvy of the Compton Cowboys will host the "BEEN COUNTRY: Black Roots and Rhythm" event at NMAAM during CMA Fest 2025.

Explore how Tupac Shakur’s influence still shapes modern hip hop, music, film, and culture through today’s top artists and storytellers.