black music month
Bass legend Stanley Clarke lit up NPR’s Tiny Desk with a dynamic performance honoring Black Music Month. Backed by his new band 4EVER, Clarke showcased his signature mastery through classics like “Song to John” and “School Days.” The performance blended electric and acoustic brilliance, while spotlighting young, gifted collaborators like violinist Evan Garr and keyboardist […]
As Black Music Month unfolds, it’s vital to spotlight unsung pioneers who shaped the soundscape of American music. From Sister Rosetta Tharpe, who blended gospel and early rock, to avant-garde composer Julius Eastman, these artists transcended genres and social barriers. Max Roach turned jazz into civil rights protest with “We Insist!,” while Weldon Irvine’s compositions […]
Since Africans arrived in the Americas, they brought their creativity and brilliance with them, creating music that captures the essence of Black resistance. Black music, spanning genres like spirituals, blues, jazz, rock & roll, and gospel, has been the soundtrack of personal experiences and freedom movements that have shaped America. In the 1960s, Black music […]
In celebration of Black Music Month, Max and Spotify are hosting “Shaped by Sound,” an immersive one-day music experience on June 22 at New York City’s Hall des Lumières. The event will feature themed rooms, curated DJ sets, and a performance by rising rapper Cash Cobain. The experience includes: A mirrored room with 360-projection mapping […]
In celebration of Black Music Month, Chaka Khan performed on NPR’s “Tiny Desk” show, delivering a soulful and energetic 30-minute set. At 71, the legendary singer captivated the audience with her powerful voice and dynamic stage presence. She opened the performance with “Tell Me Something Good” and continued with hits like “What Cha’ Gonna Do […]
Kendrick Lamar’s Los Angeles concert, “The Pop Out — Ken and Friends,” will be livestreamed by Amazon Music’s Rotation. The show, taking place on Juneteenth at the Kia Forum, sold out instantly, with tickets reselling for $350 to $1,500 each. The livestream will begin at 4 p.m. PT on Prime Video and Amazon Music’s Twitch […]
In celebration of Black Music Month, Tiny Desk is showcasing nine concerts featuring Black women artists. One standout performance is by Tierra Whack and her band, “The Big Backs,” hailed as one of the best in Tiny Desk history. Known for her playful and energetic style, Whack’s performance included whimsical elements like a giant pencil, […]
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