Black Music Month - Page 2

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.

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

CeCe Winans delivers a soul-stirring Tiny Desk performance, celebrating 30 years of Alone in His Presence for NPR’s Black Music Month series.

“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 […]

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 […]

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

Don't tell Beyonce Giselle Knowles-Carter that she can't do something, because she will turn around and make a mockery of it all while uplifting others to ascend into their own success

In honor of Black Music Month, we take a look at a few of the producers that have shaped music and formed the soundtrack of our lives.

Harmonizing Legacies: The Resonant Influence of Gospel Music Families Families singing in gospel music is a tradition that spans generations and has played a significant role in shaping the genre’s rich history. Contemporary groups like the Winans and the Clark Sisters have a harmony that is a defining feature of gospel music, adding depth, emotion, […]

Black music has influenced advertisers’ campaigns for decades. Understanding the value that these artists have in connection to pop culture and what their core audience is consuming, companies find it in their best interest to have these figures be ambassadors for their brands. [RELATED]:15 Best Celebrity Brand Partnerships According to northwestern.edu, this heightened attention to […]

These chart-topping songbirds don't just lead God's people in worship, they also counsel, advise, and minister the Word to them.

While having an intricate journey, Black Music broke barriers in order to be heard and bring such value to the art form.