Issued on the 90th anniversary of Elvis’s birth on Jan. 8, Preston Lauterbach’s “Before Elvis: The African Americans Who Made ...

Four-time Grammy Award winning artist Gary Clark Jr. has announced additional 2025 North American tour dates in support of ...

The first time I went to a mostly African American church service, I was blown away by the music. One word came to mind – Motown. I felt the same beat, the same spirit of listening to groups and ...

Before he articulates an African policy perhaps President Trump should visit Africa, something he has never done.” ...

A Feb. 6 concert held in Tulsa, Oklahoma, honored the life and contributions to rock 'n' roll of famed Native guitarist ...

Duke Ellington’s contributions to jazz are immeasurable, and his music remains a beacon of Black excellence. His compositions ...

The Blues Trail was created nearly two decades ago with markers located at significant places that helped shape the genre.

Woodson created Negro History Week. It was a weeklong celebration that was an effort to teach people about African American history and the contributions of Black people. This effort was made ...

Nigerian music star Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has clinched the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. Her hit track "Love Me JeJe" earned her the ...

He is the quintessential seducer of blues pathos ... a significant statement by launching a vibrant tribute to African American music. At a time when society continues to overlook marginalized ...

At the 67th Annual Grammy Awards 2025, Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, known as Tems, secured her second Grammy, winning Best African Music Performance for her song Love Me JeJe. In a heartfelt ...

LINCOLN, R.I. — Foghat had a string of boogie rock hits during the 1970s, most notably “Slow Ride,” but their blues influence shows deep in their music. The group performed Friday night at ...