Source: SeventyFour / Getty African-American Gospel music traces its origins back to the hymns and songs that provided solidarity, solace, and unwavering resilience to our enslaved ancestors—Negro spirituals. These spirituals were birthed out of “camp meetings” or “bush meetings,” where enslaved people would gather to share their joys, pains, and hopes. In these meetings, thousands of enslaved people would gather, listen to itinerant preachers, and sing spirituals for hours. Between […]

Source: Tim Warner / Getty The NFL and Roc Nation today launched 2024 Songs of the Season, a season-long initiative highlighting music from superstars and emerging artists of ​​​​all genres via ROC Nation distribution. Fans will hear songs across NFL platforms and league broadcast partners throughout the 2024-2025 season including on NFL Network, NFL+, @NFL social, in-game broadcasts, in NFL stadiums, across club social channels, and more. Songs of the […]

Source: Paras Griffin / Getty Following their smash debut of Change (No Cap), Jevon Dewand and the Trap Starz serve up another dose of rhythm, hip hop and praise in their new single, “Without You,” Jevon, Jazze Pha and Gasner the Artist team up with Stellar Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Zacardi Cortez. Get ready to wave your hands, dance and testify in this powerfully personal song of adoration to God! “WITHOUT YOU” tells the overcomer’s testimony, […]

Source: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Getty Andra Day’s rendition of the classic hymn “I Know Who Holds Tomorrow” accompanies the release of Netflix’s latest film “The Deliverance.” Day holds a special connection to the film, not only as its lead character, Ebony, but also as the featured singer for the movie’s opening and closing moments.  “I Know Who Holds Tomorrow” was originally penned by Ira Stanphill in1950. Stanphill wrote hundreds of Gospel […]

Source: Nancy Rivera/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Amy Sussman/Getty Images / Nancy Rivera/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Amy Sussman/Getty Images Megan Thee Stallion may have kicked off the year with a #1 single, but she says she’s still confused about the beef behind it. In an interview with Billboard, Megan Thee Stallion shared that she doesn’t plan on reconciling with Nicki Minaj anytime soon. The two rappers kicked off the year in a rap beef with diss tracks […]

Source: Prime Video / Mike Vick / Evolution of The Black Quarterback The Black quarterback is no longer a unicorn in the NFL. Seeing a Black man under center leading the offense has become quite normal now, but it always wasn’t like that, and now, a new documentary will highlight the rise of Black quarterbacks in the NFL. The first trailer for Evolution of The Black Quarterback, the Prime Video […]

Source: Kevin Winter / Getty Taraji P. Henson showed off her long, toned legs during an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and she is obviously aging backward. Taraji P. Henson serves style and glamor on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon The award-winning actress is making her rounds to promote her latest project, Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, starring Taraji P. Henson, Kevin Hart, Samuel L. Jackson, and Terrence Howard. […]

Source: Naomi Rahim / Getty Fatman Scoop, born Isaac Freeman III, has carved out an indelible legacy in the music industry, known for his booming voice, energetic performances, and undeniable ability to turn any track into a party anthem. The legendary artist died Aug. 30 doing what he loved, performing on stage. Check out Fatman Scoop’s most iconic tracks and collaborations as we honor his legacy inside. From clubs to […]

Source: courtesgy of getty / Getty New York Fashion Week (NYFW) is officially here. As one of the most anticipated fashion events of the year, this September’s edition will be no different. According to the Council of Fashion Designers of America, the week will feature more than 70 designers showcasing their collections through presentations, runways, and activations. With so much style, trend, and surprises ahead, all eyes will be on […]