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Jorja Smith’s ‘Falling or Flying’ Is A Triumph Of Self-Realization and the Relief It Brings with It

The British singer’s first album in five years runs the gambit of emotions and is one of the most innovative of 2023.
09/28/2023

From Dancehall Sensation to International Star: Byron Messia's Rise to Fame in 2023

The dancehall artist shares his story of being an adopted child from Jamaica, his musical roots in St. Kitts and Nevis, and his plans for the future with the release of his upcoming album "Sad & Famous.”
09/25/2023

Corinne Bailey Rae's Fourth Studio Album Unveils Powerful Inspirations from Theaster Gates' Art Collection

The British-born singer’s new LP, 'Black Rainbows,' is her first in seven years, yet its creation started in 2017 during a trip to Stony Island Arts Bank.
09/14/2023

Terrace Martin and James Fauntleroy’s New Album ‘Nova’ Is A Triumphant Tribute To Brazilian Samba

The duo explains how they set the standard for jazz compositions.
08/30/2023

CeeLo Green Reflects On 50 Years of Hip-Hop and His Legendary Career

The Goodie Mob artist also touches on his group’s “Fight to Win” Golden Gladiator Suits from ‘The Voice’ that were recently auctioned off.
08/24/2023

MC Lyte’s ‘Ain’t No Other’ Was Brooklyn Tough While Willing To Address Issues Plaguing Black Women

30 years after dropping her most in-your-face album to date – earning her unprecedented accolades in the process – she reflects on the project.
06/22/2023

Killer Mike Is Making His 9-Year-Old Rap Nerd Self Proud With 'MICHAEL'

The Atlanta native discusses his new LP and the necessary growth he experienced over the last decade to create it.
06/20/2023

Chingy’s New EP ‘Chinglish’ Is A Reminder That Hitmaking Isn’t His Only Game

The St. Louis rapper also reflects on the 20th anniversary of his breakout LP ‘Jackpot’.
06/16/2023

Latto Talks About Sprite's Hip-Hop 50 Campaign With GloRilla, Nas, and Rakim, Names Her Favorite Rapper

The Atlanta rapper also recalls her bond with Gangsta Boo, women dominating the culture and more.
06/01/2023

Robin Thicke Reflects On The Album That Changed It All For Him

The five-time Grammy nominee singer/songwriter is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his debut album, A Beautiful World.
05/19/2023

Usher On Possibility Of Performing At Future Super Bowl Halftime Show: ‘Of Course’

The superstar R&B singer told BET his thoughts about possibly gracing music’s biggest stage.
04/25/2023