Sylvia Rhone redefined music industry leadership, blending business brilliance with cultural vision to empower artists, uplift women, and...
From Harlem’s heart to Hollywood’s heights, Teyana Taylor redefines artistry, embodying Black excellence in music, film, fashion, and...
2024 has been a year. This seems like such a colossal understatement. Surprising, disappointing, exuberant, demoralizing, even tragic are...
The Harlem Dandy represents more than just a fashion trend; it is a powerful symbol of resilience, creativity, and the pursuit of self...
Few individuals in the history of music have left a mark as profound as Quincy Jones. With a career that spans over seven decades, Jones...
Judith Jamison's name reverberates in the world of dance like a deep, resonant note that lingers long after the music fades. She was a...
There are very few African American Actors who have been as artistically present and central to collective moments of cultural importance...
Frankie Beverly will be remembered as a legend in the history of R&B. He will forever be a soul music icon thanks to his classic songs...
The impact of James Earl Jones cannot be overstated. The diversity of roles he played in theater, film, and television, as well as the...
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James has continuously proven his multi-talentedness from his humble beginnings in New Orleans all the way to his recent ascent to fame as...
The legendary R&B and jazz singer Chanté Moore has left an everlasting impression on the music industry with her rich, expressive voice...
Will Downing has been performing for almost 30 years, and along that time he has built a loyal fan base and become famous for his velvety...
Phyllis Hyman was a legendary performer in R&B, jazz, and soul for about three decades, during which time she became famous for her...
The Spring Benefit, The Apollo’s signature fundraiser, is a spectacular celebration of the theater’s rich legacy and its commitment to its...
African American women have broken down boundaries and made substantial contributions to country music throughout the years.
In honor of Women's History Month we document a legacy of revolutionary leadership, courageous advocacy, and everlasting empowerment is...
These innovators were pivotal in defining the contemporary world via their contributions to fields as diverse as healthcare and technology.
Throughout history, African American medical professionals and researchers have made significant contributions to the field of medicine...
The "Red Summer" of 1919 was a time of widespread racial unrest, rioting, and civic unrest that hit several American cities to the core.
Without public recognition, innumerable unsung heroes and heroines toiled away, sometimes at great personal danger and in the face of...
There have been watershed moments and major accomplishments for the African American community in the past sixty years. These moments have...
African American talent in the entertainment industry flourished throughout the 20th century and now in the 21st Century. In a variety of...
As we celebrate the holiday season, let us remember the power of R&B Christmas music to evoke emotions, spread joy, and bring people...
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The creator of Sugar Hill Records, Sylvia Robinson, is profiled in this essay along with the imprint's enormous contributions to the growth...
Please enjoy the music on the HarlemAmerica Black Music Month 2023 Playlist. We take you on a trip through the soul-stirring sounds and...
Tina Turner's life, career, and influence and her body of work are all part of the rich legacy she leaves behind. We Needed This Hero.
Harlem is building on its tradition and its reputation as a center for innovative music thanks to a wide variety of genres and a...
The history of Harlem hip hop is one of struggle, creativity, and innovation, and it has left an indelible mark on the music and culture of...