As we continue to celebrate Black Music Month, we recognize that the music industry continues to evolve in the digital era.

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 ...

Ultimately, Black Music Month isn’t just a time for reflection, it’s a reminder as a call to action. As technology evolves, so must the strategies for honoring the past while inspiring the future.

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Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Gary Hines, the music director and founder of Sounds of Blackness, joins MPR News host Angela Davis to talk about the history and influence of Black artists across all ...

E-40 shut down NPR Tiny Desk Concerts to jumpstart Black Music Month. For his 26-minute performance at NPR's headquarters in Washington, DC, the Bay Area native delivered live renditions of eleven ...

Day 11 of Wawa Welcome America features a celebration of Black Music Month as well as free admission to five more ...

Washington, D.C.; May 30, 2025 — NPR Music celebrates Black Music Month 2025 with a month-long tribute honoring the anniversaries of landmark albums that have shaped the course of music and culture.

June is African American Music Appreciation Month. It's a time to celebrate genres like jazz, blues, hip-hop and several other genres that were pioneered and invigorated by Black artists. Sign up ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Black Music Month is more than a celebration of sound; it's a recognition of soul, identity, and history. In Arkansas, the musical legacy runs deep, rooted in the churches ...

June marks the official start of the season, but it’s also a time to celebrate: Caribbean Heritage Month, Black Music Month, and Juneteenth (now a federal holiday since 2021).