Black Music Month

Beyoncé's iconic performances have transformed live music, inspiring trends and leaving an indelible mark on the industry.

Explore the enduring influence of gospel icon Kirk Franklin and his transformative impact on the music genre

Philly Misses Highly Anticipated Kirk Franklin Performance What a bittersweet night for our Philly gospel community. On Sunday, thousands gathered at Independence Mall for the annual Gospel on Independence celebration, ready for a night of worship, praise and fellowship. While the night started with unmatched energy, severe storms unfortunately forced organizers to cancel right before […]

Anything can happen onstage at the annual BET Awards, and these were some of the performances that we'll never forget.

Black artists have pushed boundaries of genres, defying labels & creating new musical forms - Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle, Lizzo showcase this genre-bending artistry.

Rhythm and Blues has been a major staple in music, especially in shaping the history of Black artists and their sound. R&B came from the blending of soul genres including blues, jazz, big band swing and more. Though the sound isn’t credited to a single artist, it was reported that producer and journalist Jerry Wexler […]

Tye Tribbett Shuts Down MGM National Harbor with “V20 Live!” If you weren’t in the building on Juneteenth, you missed out! Gospel icon Tye Tribbett completely transformed the space, celebrating the 20th anniversary of his legendary, genre-shaping album Victory Live! The monumental “V20 Live!” orchestral experience went down at The Theater at MGM National Harbor. […]

The MK Mix: Exclusive Praise Playlist Welcome to The MK Mix! This is your destination for the biggest drops in Gospel music! Today’s mix features new singles and projects you should add to your playlist NOW! Bishop Hezekiah Walker – “FAVOR”The Sound: A mid-tempo, choir groove.The Story: Serving as a powerful testimony of survival and […]

Rich Tolbert Jr., SEMAJE & Glenn Gibson Take Over Philly City Winery Philadelphia transformed into a sanctuary of praise as some of the newest voices in Gospel hit the stage. Rich Tolbert Jr., SEMAJE, and Glenn Gibson took the stage for an unforgettable night of music. From the moment the doors opened, the crowd was […]

Gospel music has always been a sacred and pivotal genre, especially when it comes to its influence. Though gospel can be traced back to the early 17th century, the early moldings of gospel music began with old negro spirituals that derived from slaves creating songs from Bible verses. Gospel would later transition into a more […]

Black queer artists are redefining music, embracing their identities and talent across genres from R&B to hip hop.

Discover the surprising R&B hits that originated from iconic Black films of the 90s.