In 1975, Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes laid down a melodic mandate that applies to our times: “Wake up, everybody / No more ...

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April Eaton sits down with Dion Brown. President and CEO of the National Museum of African American Music, and Noelle Taylor, ...

Ella Jenkins, the Chicago-based singer and songwriter renowned as the “First Lady of Children’s Music,” has passed away at ...

The National Museum of African American Music, or NMAAM, is the only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the many music genres created, influenced, and inspired by African Americans. The ...

Hosting a holiday event that reflects African American culture can make the gathering feel even more special and meaningful.

Corporate sponsorship for American Experience is provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance and Carlisle Companies. Major funding ...

From Chicago’s south side to global influence Growing up surrounded by the rich musical traditions of Chicago‘s African American community, Jenkins developed a distinctive style that would ...

With a record 99 Grammy nominations and acclaim as one of the most influential artists in music history, the pop superstar ...

While many African artists have been able to ride the wave of Afrobeats’ international popularity, some musicians are now ...

and African American Music,” he noted. “Also, additional courses, such as a new one on the legacy of African American Women, ...