black music

Road To The Grammys: Ranking Doechii’s Top 5 Videos

Doechii’s videos never play it safe. We’re breaking down her top 5 visuals that show exactly why she’s nominated for the Best Music Video Grammy.
01/20/2026

Anderson .Paak Makes His Directorial Debut With New Film ‘K-Pops!’

The Grammy winner steps behind the camera for the first time with a personal, music-filled film starring his real-life son, and it's set to hit theaters in February.
01/14/2026

Cellos, Violins, and Black Excellence: Inside the Kanneh-Mason Siblings’ Classical Music Empire

From ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ to Carnegie Hall and a New York Philharmonic residency, the Kanneh-Masons are proving that discipline, community, and Black creativity belong at the center of classical music.
12/22/2025

Remembering D’Angelo: Fans and Celebrities Honor the Neo-Soul Legend on Social Media

Fans, friends, and fellow artists, including Missy Elliott, Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott, Jemele Hill, and Doja Cat, are sharing heartfelt tributes online, honoring and celebrating his life and his lasting impact on music.
10/14/2025

Estranged from Dad, Ghostface Killah, Infinite Coles Finds Love and Support With Uncle RZA

The rising queer rap star shares how his legendary uncle stepped up when his father stepped out.
10/01/2025
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Cheers to That!
Black Music Edition

La'Myia Good-Bellinger, Antoine Harris and Jon Chaffin reflect on the influence of Black music in their lives with personal stories, memories and the beats that move the culture forward.
07/31/2025
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Cardi B Announces Pregnancy Following Divorce from Offset

Cardi B pregnant amid Offset divorce and custody battle
08/02/2024

Dyana Williams On The 45th Anniversary of Black Music Month and How Black Media Can Create Change 

For over 50 years, the acclaimed disc jockey has used her voice and platforms to inspire the Black community.
06/06/2024

Unboxed Vol #39: Moonshine Is On a Mission to Celebrate the Music of the Afro-Diaspora

Launched in 2014, the collective recently released their latest mixtape, “Moonshine &Fédération Internationale du Bruit.”
03/21/2024

Beyoncé Makes History As the First Black Woman To Reach No. 1 On the Country Chart

Since Feb 15, "Texas Hold Em" has accumulated more than 19.2 million official streams.
02/21/2024

Black + Iconic: Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Morgan State University junior Dave remembers how the music pioneer took us from the blues to rock & roll -- with a lot of soul in between.
02/12/2024