Violinist Zoe Aqua and the string band the Ebony Hillbillies will share a stage on Thursday at Gowanus club Littlefield. (New York Jewish Week) – Two folk music traditions that developed on opposite ...

Associate of the Gordon Institute for Business Science, University of Pretoria As a researcher who documents historical and current South African jazz and popular music, I believe Mdunyelwa merits ...

As more people are starting to learn about the history of African Americans, there is one component that’s particularly integral to understanding the national culture: music. African American artists ...

The soul-shattering abuses suffered by enslaved Africans, who were forcibly stripped of their languages, religions and other key aspects of their culture, were fortunately no match for their ...

Gwen Ansell does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their ...

The University of South Africa, Unisa, made history with the inaugural Unisa African Music Festival hosted on 26 and 27 September 2025 at its Muckleneuk Campus in Pretoria. The two-day event brought ...

Three new categories have been added ahead of the 2024 Grammy Awards: best African music performance, best alternative jazz album and best pop dance recording. Additionally, producer of the year, ...

KINGSTON, N.Y. — Local organization Harambee hosted its fifth African-American Festival on Saturday, showcasing African-American culture, music, food, and traditions on the Rondout Waterfront. The ...

Just under a year after first meeting at a soca music party on Halloween, Ciera and Jemar tied the knot in an intimate celebration at DC’s Tudor Place Historic House & Garden, with 10 guests in ...

To many Americans, it is unimaginable to consider music as a freedom. This expression is a foundational value of the United States, a Constitutional right to each citizen. A threat to this cultural ...

As we enter the Easter season, let’s look at the traditions African-Americans will be participating in as they celebrate Easter. Easter is a time of joy, hope, and renewal celebrated by people all ...

The group says food, laughter, and shared stories are central to their celebrations. “The New Year is a reflective moment for us, to celebrate our wins and dream about what’s next. We’re grateful for ...