Black Music Month

    We continue our Black Music Month celebration, spotlighting the moments that made history. In the past 50 years, there may not have been a bigger moment than what happened on August 11th, 1973. On that day, a culture was born. READ MORE BLACK MUSIC MONTH STORIES ON BLACKAMERICAWEB.COM: On August 11th, 1973 at […] The post 1973: The Birth of Hip-Hop | Black Music Month appeared first on Black America Web.

These Black musicians-turned-actors lit up the small screen in their respective TV guest cameos. The post 15 Standout TV Show Cameos By Black Musicians appeared first on Black America Web.

Black Music Month

Aretha Franklin's iconic 1972 live album 'Amazing Grace' captures her powerful vocal range and showcases her unique style of gospel music that has inspired generations. The post 1972: Aretha Franklin Makes History With ‘Amazing Grace’ | Black Music Month appeared first on Black America Web.

The Hollywood Walk Of Fame is definitely missing these Black music icons. The post 20 Black Musicians Who Deserve A Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame appeared first on Black America Web.

Many listeners consider the ’70s to be the pinnacle of soul music’s genre. The 70’s decade was marked by political upheaval all over the globe, but also by a surge of innovative work as artists took charge of their own careers and found fresh ways to address social and romantic concerns. We must say, the […] The post Black Music Month:Best of 70’s Soul Music appeared first on 97.9 The Beat.

Black Music Month

We kick off our celebration of Black Music Month with a spotlight on Bill Withers and his debut album “Just As I Am.”

The Lifetime network will honor Mary J. Blige, TLC, and Keyshia Cole in their upcoming "VOICES OF A LIFETIME" films for Black Music Month that will begin airing in June of this year.

As a culture, we understand that R&B is a genre that keeps great music alive for generations to continue to experience over the years.

Get valuable insight from industry professionals and learn how to get your music played on the radio and break into the music industry.

Want to learn how to break into the music industry without the machine? Join us on Thursday, June 30th at 7pm/EST for our Indy Life Panel at The Music Meeting

Want to learn the business behind being a producer and making the beat for some of your favorite songs? Join us on Thursday, June 30th at 7pm/EST for our Producers Panel at The Music Meeting

Want to learn how to get your song on the radio? Join us on Thursday, June 30th at 7pm/EST for our Get Heard Panel at The Music Meeting