It’s not just about who’s nominated, African voices are gaining power within the Recording Academy itself.

In Africa, less than one in five continental airline routes are direct. Air connections are decided by factors like trade levels, diplomatic relations, and whether there's enough demand to make a ...

These eight women aren’t just charting, they are changing how the world hears Africa. Each one carries a distinct sound, story, and spirit. D David Ben Follow The world’s music pulse is changing, and ...

US President Donald Trump’s Africa envoy signaled progress toward the renewal of a program allowing African nations duty-free access to the world’s largest economy. “We understand that it’s moving ...

On this day (October 16) in 2020, country singer and songwriter Johnny Bush passed away at the age of 85 after suffering from pneumonia. Before his passing, Bush built an immortal legacy with his ...

Could Tyla take home her second Grammy in just three years? By Kyle Denis There are 10 categories in the Latin, Global, Reggae & New Age, Ambient or Chant Field at the 2026 Grammys. Below, we assess ...

Born in Clay County, Kentucky, in 1933, Pennington began his career in a band called the Western Rhythm Boys. In the late 1950s, he inked a deal with King Records, where he released singles under the ...

A musical journey through the decades! Rob Landes performs popular songs from 1910-2020 on violin, showcasing the evolution of music. John Roberts is slowly dismantling America He was singing to an ...

CHARLOTTE — All day Saturday, you can enjoy food, music, dancing and more at the 12th annual Charlotte African American Festival. The Uptown event celebrates the heritage and accomplishments of ...

This year, the absence of any Real Madrid players in contention has left a significant gap. Both Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal are generating buzz among fans and pundits alike, with Dembélé ...

AI’s potential for music is being explored across the world, including in Africa. Wits University in Johannesburg, South Africa has just launched a pilot project for example. It’s called ‘AI & African ...

If you’ve ever caught yourself singing along to a song in a language you don’t speak, welcome to the club. That’s the magic of music, especially African music. From Lagos to Dar es Salaam to Accra, ...