Posts Tagged ‘Music’
California Bill Could Restrict the Use of Rap Lyrics in Court
Some Californian lawmakers want a law that would bar rap lyrics from being used as evidence in court cases, citing freedom of expression.
Read MoreSolange Enters New Territory: Ballet Composer
Singer, dancer, and fashionista Solange Knowles will add ballet composer to her CV, according to an announcement by the New York City Ballet.
Read MoreBeyoncé’s new album ‘Renaissance’ is a tough sell in 2022 America
Unlike previous releases, Beyoncé’s newest album, Renaissance, is struggling among American fans, perhaps because of poorly timed themes.
Read MoreNational Museum of African American History and Culture Will Host a Star-Studded Block Party Aug. 13 Celebrating Hip-Hop and Rap
NMAAHC will host festivities in person and online next month in celebration of the musical contributions by rap and hip-hop artists.
Read MoreLizzo Releases New Version of ‘Grrrls’ After Backlash Over Ableist Lyric
After criticism to an offensive lyrics, Lizzo responded with an apology and a new version of the song, something many should learn from.
Read MoreLil Nas says BET snub is about a larger problem: LGBTQ acceptance
Lil Nas X believes a recent award snub reflects longstanding homophobia within the Black community and called out the BET Awards for it.
Read MoreSongs by Wu-Tang, Alicia Keys added to Recording Registry
The National Recording Registry recently honored several black musicians for their contributions to music and culture through the years.
Read MoreGrammys 2022: Jon Batiste, H.E.R., Doja Cat Among Nominees
Lil Nas X, Kanye West, and Silk Sonic were also on this year’s list of nominations.
Read MoreLadies First: Smithsonian Hip-Hop Anthology Honors Women’s Contributions To The Genre
Kierna Mayo, a media maverick and an original staffer for groundbreaking hip-hop magazine The Source, has been one of the premier record-keepers of rap music. With an especial focus on the women of the genre (the debut 1999 issue of Mayo’s late magazine, Honey, featured Lauryn Hill on the cover), she has lovingly bridged the gap between lyricists and fans. Her essay “Hip-Hop Heroines” is a celebration of women’s contributions to hip-hop and is featured in the Smithsonian Anthology of Hip-Hop and Rap, which is available now.
Read MoreGullah Geechee Community Finally Credited with the Song “Kumbaya”
Some song’s origins remain a contested mystery but the Gullah Geechee community has finally been credited with the song “Kumbaya.”
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