Black Music Month

10 African American Artist in Country You Should Know

Lecrae blends faith and hip-hop with unmatched influence. From GRAMMY wins to inspiring a new wave of artists, his roots run deep in rhythm and impact.

Roots & Rhythm: Celebrating the Connection Between Black Music and Professional Athletes June is Black Music Month, a time to celebrate the profound influence of Black musicians on the global soundtrack of our lives. This year, the theme “Roots & Rhythm” highlights how music deeply intertwines with diverse cultural elements—including the world of professional sports. […]

From Mom & Pop Winans, to The Winans and BeBe & CeCe, we take a look at how the "First Family of Gospel" revolutionized the genre.

For Black Music Month, we take a look at how Janet Jackson shaped her career by taking matters into her own hands.

Childish Gambino: A Genius Shaped by Diverse Influences Donald Glover, better known by his stage name Childish Gambino, is an artist defined by his versatility and relentless ambition. Whether it’s acting, writing, or making music, Gambino’s work reflects a complex web of influences that spans genres and generations. From hip-hop legends like OutKast, Eminem, and […]

Black music has played a significant role in the world of video games for decades. Our team put together a list of video games centered around black music artists

On what marks the day we lost the King of Pop, late music icon Michael Jackson, the Black America Web crew decided to pay him a special tribute for Black Music Month by celebrating MJ's legendary dance moves from of his unforgettable music videos.

In honor of Black Music Month, we take a look at a few of the producers that have shaped music and formed the soundtrack of our lives.

Harmonizing Legacies: The Resonant Influence of Gospel Music Families Families singing in gospel music is a tradition that spans generations and has played a significant role in shaping the genre’s rich history. Contemporary groups like the Winans and the Clark Sisters have a harmony that is a defining feature of gospel music, adding depth, emotion, […]

From his public battle with Warner Bros. to working with (and against) the internet, Prince has changed the way artists look at the music industry.

On the would-be 64th birthday of Prince, we remember all that made The Purple One a global Black music icon both in life & in memoriam.