Black Music Month

Music

10 African American Artist in Country You Should Know

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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.

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

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“This is a story about control. My control. Control of what I say. Control of what I do. And this time, I’m gonna do it my way.” The opening monologue of Janet Jackson’s 1986 hit “Control” was more than just a lyric. It was a mission statement. Before this point, the public mostly regarded her as […]

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2024 will be remembered as the year of the diss track. In addition to Kendrick and Drake going back and forth, we saw battles between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion, Ice Spice & Latto, Quavo & Chris Brown. Even Marlon Wayans wrote a country diss track against Soulja Boy. As we celebrate Black Music […]

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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 […]

Randy Savvy of the Compton Cowboys will host the "BEEN COUNTRY: Black Roots and Rhythm" event at NMAAM during CMA Fest 2025.

Our weekly ‘What To Watch’ TV list celebrates Black Music Month with our favorite musical guests on these popular Black sitcoms. Watch inside.

As we continue our Black Music Month celebration, this week's watch list is dedicated to the Black music-centric movies we love.

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In a special interview, 'HipHopWired' got the opportunity to talk to the organizers of the second edition of the Power Network event at Carnegie Hall for Black History Month for insight on how it all came together.