BLACK HISTORY MONTH MUSIC COVERAGE

InDepth InterView: Rita Moreno Talks New Memoir, Broadway, Hollywood, Upcoming Projects & More

Today we are talking to a legendary triple-threat performer who over the course of her unique career has become one of a select few in show business to have attained the entertainment quadruple crown ... (more...)

Orion Music + More Announces Detroit Performance Schedules For June

The full performance schedule for Orion Music + More Festival, a music and lifestyle festival created by Metallica and their friends at C3 Presents, is now available for fans to plan their festival ex... (more...)

Angel-Pop Superstar Charli XCX Releases Debut Album TRUE ROMANCE Today

Charli XCX (AKA 20-year-old Hertfordshire born Charli Aitchison) confirms the release of her debut album 'True Romance' through IAMSOUND today, April 16th in the US. (more...)

Dead Sara & More Join Line-Up of Orion Music + More

Metallica, in conjunction with friends C3 Presents today announced lineup additions for Orion Music + More, the two day festival created by Metallica that will take place June 8th and 9th at Belle Isl... (more...)

Timberlake, Lauper & More Set for IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE, 4/16

As part of their “In Performance at the White House” series, the President and First Lady will invite music legends and contemporary major artists to the White House for a celebration of Memphis Soul ... (more...)

RAIDING THE ROCK VAULT's Howard Leese & John Payne Discuss New Vegas Rock Concert Experience

In this new, in-depth interview below, RAIDING THE ROCK VAULT's Howard Leese [guitarist] and John Payne [Lead Vocals, Bass and producer of the show] discuss how the show was born, its evolution from p... (more...)

ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL Partners with Digitally Imported for 24/7 UMF Radio Channel

ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL is teaming up with Digitally Imported (DI) for 24/7 UMF Radio, a festival-dedicated channel which will stream all ULTRA festivals around the globe including Brazil, Argentina, Chi... (more...)

Ultra Music Festival Teams with Digitally Imported for 24/7 UMF Radio Channel

ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL is teaming up with Digitally Imported (DI) for 24/7 UMF Radio, a festival-dedicated channel which will stream all ULTRA festivals around the globe including Brazil, Argentina, Chi... (more...)

Sweet Honey In The Rock Celebrates CD Release at Merriam Theater Tonight

Nearing its fourth decade, the internationally acclaimed, award-winning female African-American a cappella group Sweet Honey In The Rock was ready to follow its adventurous spirit and undertake a new ... (more...)

Angel-Pop Superstar Charli XCX's to Release Debut Album 'True Romance', 4/16

Charli XCX (AKA 20-year-old Hertfordshire born Charli Aitchison) is proud to confirm the release of her debut album 'True Romance' through IAMSOUND on April 16th in the US (and April 15ththrough Aslyu... (more...)

Metallica Announces Lineup for Orion Music + More Festival in Detroit

Metallica, in conjunction with their friends C3 Presents, are pleased to announce the lineup for the 2013 Orion Music + More Festival, to be held at Belle Isle in Detroit, MI on June 8 and 9. (more...)

Sister Rosetta Tharpe Set for Season 27 of THIRTEEN's American Masters Tonight

American Masters opens its 27th season with the story of African-American gospel singer and guitar virtuoso Sister Rosetta Tharpe (March 20, 1915-October 9, 1973). (more...)

Mary Lou Williams Celebration Takes Place at Park Avenue Today

In celebration of Black History month, Arts at The Park's artist-in-residence Deanna Witkowski will lead a trio (with bassist Linda Oh and drummer Willard Dyson) and a 12-voice choir of professional j... (more...)

Sister Rosetta Tharpe Set for Season 27 of THIRTEEN's American Masters

American Masters opens its 27th season with the story of African-American gospel singer and guitar virtuoso Sister Rosetta Tharpe (March 20, 1915-October 9, 1973). (more...)

ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL Announces Phase 3 Talent Additions

Artists confirmed for the 15th annual ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL next month run the gamut of what is the most diverse, forward thinking line-up ever procured for a major electronic music festival. (more...)

ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL Announces “ROAD TO ULTRA: A LONG WAY FROM HOME” Tour

As the 15th edition of ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL in Miami draws ever closer—with the first weekend taking place March 15-17 just over a month away—the festival has announced the “ROAD TO ULTRA: A LONG WAY ... (more...)

ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL to Launch Preliminary National Tour, 3/1

As the 15th edition of ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL in Miami draws ever closer—with the first weekend taking place March 15-17 just over a month away—the festival has announced the “ROAD TO ULTRA: A LONG WAY ... (more...)

Denise La Grassa Presents Black History Month Tribute Concert at Jazz Showcase Tonight

This one-night, two-show concert is a celebration of jazz and blues innovators from Nina Simone to Charlie Parker who have inspired Denise La Grassa to write about social issues. The one-hour collage ... (more...)

Alicia Keys Among Line Up for BET HONORS 2013, Airing Today

BET HONORS 2013 is set to ignite Warner Theater with a series of soul stirring performances from Erykah Badu , Wayne Brady , Brandy, Mint Condition, Jimmy Jam, Alicia Keys , Ledisi, the SOS Band and ... (more...)

Music in The Moonlight Jazz Series Continues with Daniela Schachter Tonight

Luna Stage continues the second season of its jazz series, 'Music In The Moonlight: An Intimate Evening of Jazz', tonight, February 10th at 7pm with a one-night only concert by acclaimed pianist and v... (more...)

The Pyramids Tour San Francisco Bay Area, Beginning Today

Cultural Odyssey & the James Irvine foundation in association with Floyd Pellom's 57th Street Gallery, Jazz Heritage Center, San Francisco State University, African American Art & Culture Complex, & B... (more...)

Sweet Honey In The Rock to Celebrate CD Release at Merriam Theater, 2/28

Nearing its fourth decade, the internationally acclaimed, award-winning female African-American a cappella group Sweet Honey In The Rock was ready to follow its adventurous spirit and undertake a new ... (more...)

Taj Mahal's COMPLETE COLUMBIA ALBUMS COLLECTION Released Today

The career of American bluesman, roots radical, and pioneer of world music Taj Mahal is set to be celebrated next year with the release of THE COMPLETE COLUMBIA ALBUMS COLLECTION. (more...)

The Pyramids to Tour San Francisco Bay Area, Beginning 2/10

Cultural Odyssey & the James Irvine foundation in association with Floyd Pellom's 57th Street Gallery, Jazz Heritage Center, San Francisco State University, African American Art & Culture Complex, & B... (more...)

Beyonce to Kick Off North American Tour at BET Experience LIVE, 6/28

BET Networks, the foremost entertainment brand for the African-American audience, and AEG, one of the leading entertainment companies in the world and developer/ operator of L.A. LIVE have teamed up t... (more...)