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Black Orchestra To Make History At Carnegie Hall

The Gateways Music Festival Orchestra is slated to make history as the first all-Black classical symphony orchestra to perform at…

by Brandee Sanders

07.11.21

Megan Thee Stallion Starts ‘Roc Nation School’ Scholarship

Megan Thee Stallion will provide a student with a full-ride scholarship to Long Island University’s Roc Nation School of Music,…

by Brandee Sanders

06.12.21

Muddy Waters’ Chicago Home Closer To Becoming Landmark

The former residence of legendary musician Muddy Waters has been given preliminary landmark status.

by Brandee Sanders

06.05.21

Documentary About Louis Armstrong’s Legacy In The Works

A documentary about the life and legacy of Louis Armstrong is in the works.

by Brandee Sanders

04.24.21

Issa Rae, LIFEWTR Initiative Amplifies Diverse Creatives

Issa Rae has teamed up with LIFEWTR for an initiative designed to amplify the artistry of diverse creatives.

by Brandee Sanders

04.17.21

Nas’ ‘Illmatic’ Receives Library Of Congress Honor

Nas’ debut album has been added to the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry.

by Brandee Sanders

03.28.21

Washington DC, Howard University campus sign

Howard Receives $4.9M Grant For Music Business Center

Howard University has received a $4.9 million endowment for the creation of a music business center.

by NewsOne Staff

03.07.21

10 Gospel Artists You Should Follow On Instagram

It's hard to overstate the impact gospel music has had on Black Christian culture. With soul-catching lyrics and musical stylings…

by mekitarivas

01.06.21

Meek Mill, Nonprofit Team Up For Gift-Giving Initiative

Rapper Meek Mill donated $30,000 to provide gifts for students and their families during the holiday season.

by NewsOne Staff

12.26.20

Will Beyoncé Win All 9 Grammys This Time?

Beyoncé was snubbed the last time she was nominated for nine Grammys in 2017. Let's hope history doesn't repeat itself.

by Charise Frazier

11.24.20

Premiere Of Columbia Picture's "The Equalizer 2"

Ludacris Joins Forces With Netflix For Animated Series

Ludacris is teaming up with Netflix for the creation of a new series focused on youth empowerment.

by NewsOne Staff

10.18.20

50 Jams To Keep Labor Day Weekend Rocking

Labor Day might not bring out the grills this year, but the drinks and more importantly the jams can still…

by NewsOne Staff

09.08.20

Los Angeles Soul Music Festival At Exposition Park

Singer Anthony Hamilton Leads Charlotte Community Initiative

Anthony Hamilton distributed face masks, hand sanitizer, groceries and school supplies to families in Charlotte.

by NewsOne Staff

08.24.20

Brandy: Daughter Saved Me From Suicidal Thoughts

With the release of a new project, Brandy becomes more candid than ever.

by Royce Dunmore

08.20.20

Jam Master Jay's Family Breaks Silence After Arrests

Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan, Jr. are charged after the Run-DMC member was killed nearly 20 years ago.

by Royce Dunmore

08.19.20

iOne Digital, NMAAM Talk State Of Black Music

On June 24th iOne Digital and the National Museum of African American Music hosted a dynamic discussion on "The State…

by NewsOne Staff

06.30.20

REVOLT X AT&T Host REVOLT 3-Day Summit In Los Angeles - Day 3

Recording Academy History: Valeisha Butterfield Jones' New Job

Businesswoman Valeisha Butterfield Jones has been appointed as The Recording Academy’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.

by NewsOne Staff

05.03.20

Celebrities At The Los Angeles Clippers Game

TDE Founder Covers Rent For L.A.’s Senior Citizens

Hip-hop executive Anthony Tiffith, CEO of Top Dawg Entertainment, will cover one month’s rent for over 300 senior citizens living…

by NewsOne Staff

04.27.20

Babyface's Best Trash Talk Moments Battling Teddy Riley

The two legends faced off in a Verzuz night to remember.

by Royce Dunmore

04.22.20

Songstress H.E.R. Launches Sunglasses Collection

Songstress H.E.R. has teamed up with the company Diff Eyewear for the creation of a new collection of sunglasses.

by NewsOne Staff

03.31.20