A look at the legacy of gospel: From hymns to hip-hop
Gospel music, a powerful thread in Black culture, continues to shape Black identity and inspire generations. As Black Music Month begins, it’s clear gospel’s influence on faith and music endures.
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Biddeford rapper Assasi blends story and song to tell tales of his Syrian home
The artist will weave stories about Syrian culture with acoustic Middle Eastern music and Arabic hip-hop in a performance raising money to visit his family in Aleppo for the first time in 13 years.
Ebro: “Nas Has Done More For Hip-Hop Than Any Other Rapper…”
Ebro Darden is known for making bold statements about Hip-Hop, a fact that is well-documented.In the latest episode of Ebro in the Morning,
Rick Ross Reunites With Pharrell On ‘For The Money’
Rick Ross has reunited with Pharrell Williams for his new single 'For the Money' which Rozay is boasting promises a 'new level of creativity'.
Jelly Roll Lands Billboard Top 10 with Lil Wayne and Big Sean Collab “Sharks”
The Nashville artist, Jelly Roll, hit a new peak on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Streaming Songs chart. His track, “Sharks,” featuring Lil Wayne and Big Sean, reached No. 9 on the chart…. Read More
Hip-Hop musical ‘Co-Founders’ // ‘Honoring Amílcar’ documentary // RyanNicole’s album ‘#YoursTruly’
On today's show: actress and hip-hop artist Ryan Nicole talks about her musical "Co-Founders" and her new album, then a documentary about a freedom fighter who led Cape Verde to independence.
Tangled Vine To Bring Swampy Rock, Soul And R&B To Brookfield Park Concerts
Tangled Vine headlines Brookfield's Concerts in the Park June 27 with a lively mix of rock, soul and R&B. Read More
Talib Kweli is a hip hop knowledge bearer
It was a full house in the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts’ lobby for Illinois Soul’s Juneteenth Celebration featuring legendary knowledge rapper Talib Kweli. Even though Kweli’s keyboardist and co-vocalist kept referring to the ...
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