Black Music Month
Midday personality Jazzi Black and professional creative 1WILLAYE who were once peers at Prairie View A&M University, reconnect too discuss his rise in the music world. 1WILLAYE said it’s been a journey explaining, “(I)just started off with DJing, doing my thing with that. Got a chance to go on tour a couple of times, you […]
In the context of American history and literature, the characters "Sambo" and "Uncle Tom" have become emblematic of specific racial stereotypes rooted in the era of slavery.
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
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.
Harmonizing Legacies: The Resonant Influence of Gospel Music Families Families singing in gospel music is a tradition that spans generations and has played a significant role in shaping the genre’s rich history. Contemporary groups like the Winans and the Clark Sisters have a harmony that is a defining feature of gospel music, adding depth, emotion, […]
From his public battle with Warner Bros. to working with (and against) the internet, Prince has changed the way artists look at the music industry.
Black music has influenced advertisers’ campaigns for decades. Understanding the value that these artists have in connection to pop culture and what their core audience is consuming, companies find it in their best interest to have these figures be ambassadors for their brands. [RELATED]:15 Best Celebrity Brand Partnerships According to northwestern.edu, this heightened attention to […]
June marks the celebration of Black Music Month, a time to recognize and honor the profound impact of Black artists and musicians in the music industry. While the spotlight often shines on the vocal talents and charismatic performances of artists, this month also gives us the opportunity to celebrate the songwriters, producers and engineers who […]
Black music artists have played a significant role in the film world for decades. We compiled a list of the 40 best film performances from Black artists.
While having an intricate journey, Black Music broke barriers in order to be heard and bring such value to the art form.
June is Black Music Month and NPR has announced an iconic lineup to be featured on Tiny Desk this month.