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 ...

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From Boyz II Men to Patti LaBelle, we explore the most influential artists that put the city of Brotherly Love on the map.

Celebrate Black History Month 2026 across the Bay Area with live jazz, art exhibitions, theater, film screenings and ...

ONE Musicfest returned to Atlanta’s Piedmont Park on Oct. 25 and 26, reaffirming its place as one of the South’s most significant celebrations of Black music and culture after 16 years. Despite chilly ...

Black Midi co-founder Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin has died at 26, cutting short the life of a musician whose work helped redefine experimental rock for a new generation.

ANN ARBOR, MI — Willis Patterson treated others like a big family, and singers around the world revered him for his care in his community, job, music and advocacy for Black performers, some who knew ...

Bridgeport Records has made a name for itself for its inclusive and diverse approach to the Chicago music scene. A Chicago record store is facing racist harassment and death threats for stocking ...

REVOLT spotlights 41 influential Black artists, creatives and cultural icons we lost in 2025. Historical and cultural context emphasize the lasting impact of their work. These icons’ contributions ...

A staple of the night is the Black Music Heritage Preds jerseys with a custom logo, designed this year by local artist Elisheba Mrozik. The jerseys will be signed and available for auction through the ...