The historical significance of Black popular music in American culture is powerful. Even former President Jimmy Carter ...

In the 1970s, Black female singers left an unforgettable ... her ability to convey deep emotions. Roberta’s music bridged the gap between jazz, soul, and R&B, earning her multiple Grammy Awards.

As hard as some try to argue otherwise, researchers and scientists have proven without a shadow of a doubt that all human ...

From pioneering genres such as rock n' roll and jazz, to celebratory "firsts" at major award shows, Black artists have not only changed the music landscape, but have continued to have major ...

Consider other Q natives like drummer JT Lewis (Henry Threadgill, Sting, Harriet Tubman Group, and Herbie Hancock’s Rockit Band), Mic Murphy, the System, etc., who helped usher in a new era of ...

It's impossible not to acknowledge the rich history of blue-eyed soul and its profound connection to Black culture.

Over roughly two decades, Harlem became home to Black artists, musicians, authors and socialites of all sexual stripes. In a ...

To mark South Africa's Heritage Month and Steve Biko's commemoration, Herbie Tsoaeli, the South African award-winning jazz bassist and the "Centre for Black Thought and African Studies," presented a ...

It’s an unmatched tradition that you can’t experience anywhere but at an HBCU football stadium. For the marching band members ...

“The New Sound” is an album packed to the brim with Brazilian jazz, cacophonous sounds, chaotic instrumental passages and the ...

PRAISE FEST: The free, three-day outdoor gospel music experience will be held Oct. 18-20, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., at Bayou St. John ...

Another busy fall week for live music in New Orleans includes a popular free festival and a mix of mid-level touring bands.