There is no American music without Black roots. From country-western, which draws upon banjo music from Africa, to rock 'n' roll—first electrified by a Black woman in 1938—every major American genre ...
We Black Folk challenges the public’s often white-washed idea of folk music and welcomes artists of color into the folk ...
Black Music Month serves as a period to celebrate the rhythmic essence and soulful legacy of Black musicians who contributed to the global soundscape. As the month comes to a close, BLACK ENTERPRISE ...
Black music is the foundation of so much of what we hear, feel, and move to in modern music. It’s more than a sound — it’s a force that has shaped culture, built community and told the stories that ...
Since its inception, the question of who, when, and where rock music originated has been a topic of debate. That cool mixture of drums, bass, and electric guitar, merging melody, uptempo beats, and ...
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 ...
It's Black Music Month, y'all! It’s Black Music Month, y’all! June is when we celebrate Black artists who’ve shaped music from jazz to hip-hop. More than just soaking up awesome tunes, Black Music ...
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As we continue to celebrate Black Music Month, it’s impossible to ignore how the digital revolution has redefined the way Black music is discovered, distributed, and consumed. Streaming platforms like ...
K-pop megastars BTS are back. Their comeback album is “Arirang,” a Korean folk tune that is considered an anthem of resilience and identity. The first-ever recording of “Arirang” was not made on the ...
Industry body UK Music looked at the commercial and cultural impact of black music on the wider industry.
A group of Black classically trained musicians called D-Composed have made it their mission to celebrate the work of Black composers from the past, present and future. "The mission of D-composed is to ...