From Hip Hop pioneers to gospel legends, these Black music icons who died in 2025 shaped generations and the culture. See our ...

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There’s no question that Black artists have played a pivotal role in shaping every genre of music known and loved today. When asked the question “What is Black music?” many complexities and layers ...

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Grammy award-winning music producer and Virginia Beach native Pharrell Williams is set to be celebrated at the Recording ...

NPR's 3rd annual celebration of Black Music Month begins on Monday. Tiny Desk host and producer Bobby Carter tells us about what’s in store this year. Forty-five years ago, President Jimmy Carter ...

When it comes to diversity and inclusion in our everyday lives, we’re reminded both of how far we have come and how far we still have to go. While there have been immeasurable societal strides, ...

SCOTT JOPLIN, DUKE ELLINGTON, MAHALIA JACKSON, JOHN COLTRANE, ALL AMONG SOME OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL MUSICIANS IN AMERICAN HISTORY. THEIR INFLUENCE, THOUGH, WASN'T LIMITED TO THEIR MUSIC. THEY ALL ...

June is Black Music Month (BMM) and it’s not only a time to pay homage to Black music pioneers, but to recognize those who are still paving the way and carrying the torch of creativity. Created by ...

Recently I attended my first Dave Matthews Band concert. Over the last couple years, I have become an avid listener of DMB as a result of their eclectic musical stylings, which includes influences ...