Gospel music experts discuss the evolution and influence of Black religious music in America. For Black Music Month, American Black Journal’s “Black Church in Detroit” series examines the influence of ...

The evolution of music in Kenya is a rich and vibrant story that spans several decades. Indeed, traditional Kenyan music is deeply rooted in the diverse indigenous cultures of the country. Each ...

The genre of afrobeats has skyrocketed in popularity over the past five years. Famous afrobeats artists like Tems, Burna Boy, Wizkid, Sarkodie, and more have brought the West African musical art to ...

Hip-hop music, a dynamic and influential genre that originated in the streets of the Bronx, New York City, has transformed into a worldwide cultural phenomenon. It has become a powerful voice for ...

Last year, Bad Bunny's "Un Verano Sin Ti" became the first non-English language album to top the Billboard 200. The Puerto Rican Latin trap and reggaetonero also became the most streamed artist on ...

The site, launched last month, acts as a repository for all things Afrobeats. How did Afrobeats evolve from its early origins in Ghana to become one of the fastest growing music genres in the world?

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Ah, Spotify Wrapped season. It’s the most humbling time of year, as you slowly come to terms with what you *actually* listen to. Maybe your taste in music isn’t as cool as you thought, maybe you’re in ...

In 2021, the world witnessed nonfungible tokens (NFTs) as a possible short-term investment opportunity and a way to make a quick buck. Paired with a burgeoning bull market and an investor cohort keen ...

The site, launched last month, acts as a repository for all things Afrobeats. Spotify launches dedicated site for key information on Afrobeats With bi-weekly updates, it journeys from the origins of ...