Nigerian singer-songwriter Ayra Starr released “Starr Girl” on August 14 through Mavin Records with Republic Records handling international distribution, delivering a 16-track project that pairs
Grammy-winning recording artist, entrepreneur, and Atlanta native Ciara announced a $50,000 investment in ten Atlanta-based youth organizations on the annual Ciara Day, distributing $5,000 to
Black classical musicians are reshaping orchestras by moving into principal chairs, guest-conducting posts and programming committees, pushing institutions to rethink audition rules, season repertoire and
Cardi B released “Ah Ha” on July 31 via Atlantic Records, her first solo single of 2026 and her first new music since the September
Emmy Award-winning R&B and Jazz singer Alyson Williams proved once again why her voice and legacy continue to resonate across generations, selling out both nights
The Pepsi National Battle of the Bands is relocating from Houston to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, ending an 11-year run at NRG Stadium. Organizers announced
By: Jerry Peters The blues have always resisted permanence. Long before it was documented, cataloged, or canonized, it existed as something passed from one pair
Few cities have captured the attention of hip-hop fans in 2026 quite like Rochester, New York. The city’s underground movement has become one of the
By: Sunny Davis Independent R&B artist Billy Ray Rock has built his career by wearing every hat imaginable: songwriter, producer, performer, and entrepreneur. In this
By Jordan Ellis BET Weekend is where music, culture, and opportunity collide, and for rising recording artist J-Dubb Tha King, this year’s experience in Los
In hip hop, longevity is one of the hardest things to earn. Trends come and go. Viral moments disappear almost as quickly as they arrive.
By: Randy Tether There are some people whose stories seem inseparable from the place they call home. Their lives become woven into the fabric of
By: Keith Powers There is something quietly distinctive about an artist who refuses to abandon the values that first gave him a voice. For more
The global rise of Afrobeats has introduced the world to a new generation of artists, and OmaYe has emerged as one of the names generating
Some Southern Soul records work because of the groove. Others connect because they tell the truth. Tiffany Rachal’s latest single, “Mr. Do Right,” manages to
August Lee Stevens has opened for Smokey Robinson, performed at a Warriors playoff game, and earned a residency at the SF Jazz Festival, the UC
Mikaal Sulaiman walked off the stage at Radio City Music Hall on June 7 holding a Tony Award and a piece of Broadway history. His
June is Black Music Month, the annual observance recognizing the foundational role of Black artistry across nearly every American genre. For the Recording Academy’s Black
In November 2018, Taylor Swift made a decision that had nothing to do with her own bottom line. When she signed with Universal Music Group’s
African dance continues to influence global arts and movements by shaping modern dance styles, music trends, fashion, and social expression. Its rhythms, body movements, and
Jazz is a uniquely African American art form that remains a powerful symbol of cultural identity, creativity, and resilience in 2026. Born from the history
Black music shapes modern pop culture by serving as the primary engine for global genre innovation, linguistic shifts, and economic trends. It provides the rhythmic
By: Lennard James The music business often suggests that great songs travel on their own. Dr. Logan Westbrooks always believed otherwise. Hits move because someone
How Have Black Music Genres Evolved Over Time? Black music genres have profoundly influenced the soundscape of modern music across the globe. From gospel to