Many of the world’s most popular music genres have their origins in black traditions. Western notation can’t always capture ...

Also in this edition of Michael Christopher’s Rock Music Menu, is Vinyl of the Week: “Pretty in Pink: 40th Anniversary Edition” ...

There’s no question that Black artists have played a pivotal role in shaping every genre of music known and loved today. When asked the question “What is Black music?” many complexities and layers ...

A group of Black classically trained musicians called D-Composed have made it their mission to celebrate the work of Black composers from the past, present and future. "The mission of D-composed is to ...

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 ...

The role of music is significantly emphasised when considering the sociocultural development of the Black Community against the backdrop of important historical events. If music has had such a sizable ...

Black Music Month serves as a period to celebrate the rhythmic essence and soulful legacy of Black musicians who contributed to the global soundscape. As the month comes to a close, BLACK ENTERPRISE ...

For generations, Black musicians have shaped American culture and entertainment— yet many have struggled to profit from their talent alone. As a result, artists from gospel pioneers to hip-hop icons ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Black History Month is observed during the month of February in the United States. It’s dedicated to acknowledging the lesser-told ...

After a sell out first year for their Classically Black event, Black Lives in Music are looking forward to their follow up this Saturday at King’s Place. It also marks the 5th Anniversary of Black ...

It's Black Music Month, y'all! It’s Black Music Month, y’all! June is when we celebrate Black artists who’ve shaped music from jazz to hip-hop. More than just soaking up awesome tunes, Black Music ...

Since its creation three years ago, the Black Music Lab has worked to establish itself as an experimental space at the forefront of Black musical expression. The project was ideated in 2019 by ...