Posts Tagged ‘Music’
Chicago Blues Festival 2025
A legendary Chicago event since 1984, the Chicago Blues Festival is the world’s largest free blues festival. Each year, more than 500,000 blues fans gather in Chicago’s Millennium Park and venues across the city for multiple days of performances — all free and open to the public — featuring some of the genre’s most revered musicians, along with up-and-coming and local talent.
Read MoreBlack Arts Festival – Denver
The Colorado Black Arts Festival returns for its 39th year in the heart of the city- Denver City Park West! Join the community for an immersive event July 11 – 13, 2025! Friday, July 11 | 12:00 am – 8:00 pm Saturday, July 12 | 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Sunday, July 13 | 11:00…
Read MoreWhich Musical Artist Was a Principal Financier of the Civil Rights Movement?
Did you ever wonder how the leaders of the Civil Rights Movement were able to organize huge demonstrations and travel around the country to speak to groups large and small?
Read MoreCowboy boots and community: How Black line dancers are kicking up joy
This decadeslong pastime in Black communities has been celebrated everywhere from weddings to family reunions to impromptu backyard hangs.
Read MoreThe Sound of Kareem City
Twan Mack, the founder of Adult Contemporary Hip-Hop, defined a genre with his conscious, thought-provoking music. His influence continues to resonate in Kareem City (Milwaukee) and beyond, as a mentor, collaborator, and community leader.
On January 11, 2025, join us at The Cooperage MKE for The Sound of Kareem City: A Tribute to Twan Mack. This free event will celebrate Twan’s legacy through the sound of the musicians he inspired—local and global artists who continue to carry his message. With live performances, music, and shared stories, we honor the life and impact of one of Hip-Hop’s most innovative figures. Celebrate Kareem City and Twan’s lasting influence on the culture that he helped shape.
Local artists land on 2025 Grammy nomination list with Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar
2025 could mean Grammys awards for Beyoncé, who released a county music album this year, and rapper Kendrick Lamar.
Read MoreMilwaukee’s Women of Music: Marie and Rosetta Post Show Panel
Join us for an inspiring evening at Milwaukee’s Women of Music, where we celebrate the incredible contributions of female music artists in our city. Discover how the rich legacy of music shapes their creative journeys and influences their art.
Read MoreMarie and Rosetta
Before Little Richard, Johnny Cash, and Jimi Hendrix, Sister Rosetta Tharpe’s groundbreaking blend of gospel music, swing rhythms and fierce electric guitar made her an unconventional music superstar in the 1930s and 40s. Acclaimed writer George Brant (Grounded) unearths the unsung roots of the fearless “Godmother of Rock ’n’ Roll” and her wide-eyed protégée Marie Knight, as they begin their revolutionary ascent to become one of the most influential teams in music history.
Read MoreWhen Harlem Was ‘as Gay as It Was Black’
Harlem welcomed those who were outcasts in other parts of society, becoming home to unique entertainment and culture.
Read MoreTrailblazing Black trans singer Jackie Shane finally gets her due in Tennessee
The soul vocalist, who was recently the focus of a documentary, will be recognized by Nashville with a historical marker.
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