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Louis Tebogo Moholo-Moholo, who died at 85, was the final surviving member of South Africa’s pioneering Blue Notes sextet. He ...
WELL, JUNE IS AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC APPRECIATION MONTH, AND IT’S TIME TO ACKNOWLEDGE AND HONOR THE CONTRIBUTION BLACK ...
Africa’s premier jazz event, the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, returns in 2025 with a bold, expanded vision, offering three full ...
Discover 7 essential Black Music Month festivals this June celebrating jazz, gospel, hip-hop and R&B across North Carolina, ...
It’s become a sound that many have memories attached to, from the music blasting in their homes by family members to attending shows. Hugh Masekela, a South African jazz icon renowned as a ...
In honor of Billboard Africa launching, here's a look back at some of the historic firsts African artists have accomplished.
Moholo's death, the last surviving member of The Blue Notes, saddened many. Online users shared heartfelt farewell messages ...
Casablanca will emulate the music-filled streets of New Orleans this weekend for CasaNola, a dreamy and soulful jazz festival ...
Black Music Month honors the roots and rhythms that have defined American music since Black musicians introduced the sounds.
Jazz at Lincoln Center's partners with the NBA Foundation to expand access to arts education, celebrate the cultural legacy ...