The opening drums of 'Lumora' are a nod to the drum patterns that define South African Kwaito music and shape the speaker-rattling Amapiano sounds. As the song progresses the keys and synths add ...

The telepathy up here is crazy.” Jocelyn Pleasant, leader of Connecticut’s well-loved Afro-funk fusion ensemble The Lost ...

A singer, Foelyjoe, has stated that his new song titled ‘Bodija’ will inspire people to stay strong amidst challenges.He told Saturday Beats, “I believe this song will inspire people to stay strong, ...

A new documentary on Afrobeats, Nigerian Yoruba music, and politics will look at a century of fuji, juju, apala, sakara, highlife and more ...

There was a time when artists representing two of America’s biggest homegrown musical genres wouldn’t get a look in at the Grammys.

Here is a brief rundown of some coming entertainment options in Northeast Ohio. Make submissions for consideration via email to [email protected] or [email protected]. You ...

Otaru of Igarra, His Royal Highness, Oba Emmanuel Saiki, speaks with ADEYINKA ADEDIPE about his journey to the throne and the rich culture of the town in Akoko Edo Local Government Area of Edo ...

Evanston Township High School hosted the 28th annual African American Youth Achievement (AAYAA) and Trailblazer Awards at 7 p ...

The therapist can be heard asking the 30-year-old Egyptian artist about his feelings. Moussa responds by asking her to dim the lights so he can better share what’s on his mind, before completely ...

where attendees will learn about African symbols, including Adinkra and Kente patterns. After a brief presentation, families will get to design and describe their own symbols as part of a hands-on ...

And while both genres are now celebrated for their separate contributions to the music landscape, as a scholar of African American culture ... such as the synthesizer and drum machine could recast ...

For over four decades now, bassist John Patitucci has proved his mettle with some of the most iconic artists in the history ...