Stanley Nelson and Nicole London talk the roots of funk music and freedom. We Want The Funk! is now available on PBS.

Michael B. Jordan plays twins trying to open a juke joint who run into vampires in 'Sinners,' Ryan Coogler's big, bold horror ...

As rap continues to move in chaotic directions, the Atlanta M.C. Ken Carson and the electro-pop singer 2hollis are harnessing ...

Arrested Development has released "All I See Is Melanin" honoring Black culture and resilience. Featuring Fareedah, Speech & 1 Love.

We spoke with the scholar about Black in Blues, a poetic exploration of the relationship between the color blue and Black people.

From a highly-awaited album release to a devastating farewell show, here is our list of concerts coming to Austin this ...

Charli XCX has got into the summer spirit early by sharing a series of bikini snaps of herself enjoying Aperol spritz. The singer, 32, showed off her curves on Thursday as she posed in a black ...

The 2025 Essence Festival of Culture is set for July 4-6 in the New Orleans. The festival said "elevated daytime experiences" ...

Lisa and Jennie of the Korean pop music group Blackpink performed for the first time as solo artists in front of massive ...

On this day in 2021, the hip hop community lost one of its most distinctive voices when Bad Boy rapper Black Rob passed away at the age of 51. Known for his gritty delivery and unforgettable ad-libs, ...

Along the Manhattan skyline, Jennie C. Jones turns Minimalist sculptures into sonic ‘wind’ instruments. It’s the last Roof ...

A look at whether the concept of guilty pleasure can exist in the 21st century, where music is simultaneously more loved and ...