Music

Debates over 'Spend Dat' song highlight need to support diverse music that aligns with values, not just criticize popular works.

Great BBQ playlists unite generations, inspire dancing, and define Black summer gatherings through soul, hip-hop, and classics.

Fresh off of her six Stellar Award nominations, Jekalyn Carr has announced her "A Night of Breakthrough" Tour, kicking off in September.

Celebrate America's 250th by understanding the complexities of Black American patriotism through powerful music and history.

Todd Dulaney shares new music rooted in faith, scripture, and a call to action for listeners.

Salt-N-Pepa icon reflects on hip hop's evolution from societal 'problem' to cultural force, calls for diverse women's voices.

Tone Stith opens up about his personal musical journey, finding freedom in his sound, and the influences that shaped his soulful R&B.

Gospel star Earnest Pugh talks “Your Glory 2 C U,” his BMI Trailblazer honor, real artist struggles, and worshipping as both warrior and worshipper.

Bay Area lyricist Miles Minnick makes history as the first Christian Hip-Hop artist to be featured on XXL's Freshman Class list.

Experience gospel singer Jasmine Brownlee live as she testifies that God’s been good, sharing healing, gratitude and hope in this powerful worship set.

Iconic Black artists shockingly never won BET Awards, but some received lifetime achievement honors for their cultural impact.

Motown is looking to HBCUs to bring back its glory days. They announced the New Legends internship program to bring HBCU students at four historically Black colleges and universities into the music business by providing mentorship and hands-on training. “Motown has always been committed to discovering and developing talent that shapes culture,” said Dante Smith, the […]