blues

T.I.’s Oldest Son Shares What Motivated Him to Become Blues and Rock Artist

Messiah Harris, known professionally as Buddy Red, was inspired by Freddie Mercury biopic ‘Bohemian Rhapsody.’
02/28/2025

28 Days of Black History: From Juke Joints to Arenas, The Evolution of Black Music

The worldwide impact of Black artists, spanning many genres and years, cannot be denied.
02/09/2025

Jovin Webb is Bringing the Blues to a New Generation

The former “American Idol” contestant talks about his love of the blues, getting a co-sign from Lionel Richie, and the release of his debut album “Drifter.”
10/18/2024

Danielle Ponder Talks Creating the Theme Song For ‘Manhunt’ and Why Quitting Her Law Practice Was The Best Decision She’s Ever Made

The exceptionally gifted musician is poised to make a significant impact on the music industry.
03/19/2024

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

The Birth of the Blues: From the Mississippi Delta to Chicago

We discuss the genre's history with Grammy Award-winning blues artist Kingfish for Black Music Month.
06/03/2023
Lady Antebellum on BET Buzz 2020.
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Lady Antebellum Sues Black Singer Lady A Over Her Name

"The group’s camp is trying to erase me."
07/09/2020

The Legacy Of Motown: Black Music Is Pop Music

Motown was at the precipice of today's music landscape.
03/11/2019

B.B. King Laid to Rest in Mississippi

Stevie Wonder, Barack Obama, Bill Clinton pay tribute.
05/30/2015

B.B. King's Spotify Streams Skyrocket

Numbers increase 9,800% in the hours following his death.
05/16/2015
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BET Remembers B.B. King

BET's Andre Showell looks at the legacy of B.B. King.
05/15/2015