black music

Why Erykah Badu’s ‘Baduizm’ Is The Best ’90s Neo-Soul Album

Erykah Badu's Baduizm not only stamped neo-soul's validity but foreshadowed its staying power decades after its invention. The year is 1997,… Read More

February 10, 2022

Carnegie Hall Will Be Hosting a Afrofuturism Festival Starring Flying Lotus, Sun Ra Arkestra, & More

Carnegie Hall's Afrofuturism festival will feature performances from Flying lotus, Sun Ra Arkestra, Theo Croker, and more. We're going to… Read More

November 16, 2021

How Black Drummers Influenced Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit”

Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl shared earlier this year that drummers from disco and funk groups inspired his drum part for… Read More

September 24, 2021