YouTube director of Black music & culture Tuma Basa announced he would exit the streaming giant on Thursday (April 2).

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 ...

We need to start seeing Black contribution to Britain as foundational rather than merely influential. And that should extend way beyond music, says Mobo founder Kanya King ...

Black music is the foundation of so much of what we hear, feel, and move to in modern music. It’s more than a sound — it’s a force that has shaped culture, built community and told the stories that ...

Since its inception, the question of who, when, and where rock music originated has been a topic of debate. That cool mixture of drums, bass, and electric guitar, merging melody, uptempo beats, and ...

As we continue to celebrate Black Music Month, it’s impossible to ignore how the digital revolution has redefined the way Black music is discovered, distributed, and consumed. Streaming platforms like ...

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 ...

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 ...

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During a special Women’s History Month edition of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D brought together three powerful voices in music and education: Dr Anne Lundy, Dr Jacqueline Pickett, and Bay Area ...

The best Black fashion we saw at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.