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Why Quincy Jones should be prominently featured in US music education − his absence reflects how racial segregation still shapes American classrooms

Quincy Jones conducts an orchestra in Rome in May 2004. Frank Micelotta/Getty Images by Philip Ewell, Hunter College Quincy Jones, who died on Nov. 3, 2024, at...

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ gallops to No. 1, making history on Billboard 200 chart

  Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has once again broken barriers and records in the music industry, as her new album “Cowboy Carter” rode triumphantly to the top...

Beyoncé’s ‘Blackbiird’ breathes new life into a symbol that has inspired centuries of Black artists, musicians and storytellers

by Katie Kapurch, Texas State University and Jon Marc Smith, Texas State University Prior to the release of “Cowboy Carter,” Beyoncé explained that her album’s...

Why Black country matters, and not just because of Beyoncé

This post was originally published on Word In Black By Aaron Foley The ascendance of Beyoncé the country music singer — following the rise of Beyoncé the dance...

With Beyoncé’s foray into country music, the genre is finally breaking free from the stereotypes that have long dogged it

Beyoncé and her husband, Jay-Z, at the 66th Grammy Awards on Feb. 4, 2024, in Los Angeles. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images by William Nash, Middlebury On Super Bowl...

Op-Ed: We The People, Too! (Tribute to Black Artists)

Written by Debra Hand Something beautiful is happening here.  Diverse cultural groups are gathered to celebrate Black artists.  As a Black artist, I am grateful...

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2021 inductees announced

by Danielle Sanders, Interim Managing Editor, Chicago Defender The 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees were announced on Wednesday. Tina Turner, Jay Z,...

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2021 Inductees Announced.

The 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees were announced on Wednesday. Tina Turner, Jay Z, Gil Scott-Heron, LL Cool J, Billy Preston...

H.E.R., Chris Brown, and Beyonce Lead Nominees for Soul Train Awards.

H.E.R., Chris Brown, and Beyonce lead the nominees for the Soul Train Awards airing tonight on B.E.T. and multiple streaming platforms. The awards show...

Sanaa Lathan teams up with Dej Loaf for first single ‘Emotional’

Social media is all abuzz over Sanaa Lathan’s recent debut of her first single. Who knew the talented actress also could hit a few notes?…

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