June is Black Music Month—a powerful time to honor, uplift, and immerse ourselves in the sounds that have shaped generations. From the soul-stirring rhythms of gospel to the revolutionary pulse of hip-hop, African American music has long served as a soundtrack to both struggle and triumph. This month is more than a celebration—it’s a tribute to the brilliance, resilience, and boundless creativity of Black artists whose voices have echoed across the globe, transforming culture and shaping history.
At HarlemAmerica, we proudly celebrate Black Music Month 2025 with curated Spotify playlists that reflect the heart and soul of our community. Whether it’s the smoky jazz clubs of yesteryear or the bold beats of today’s R&B, each playlist is a journey through the richness of our sonic heritage. Join us in honoring the legends, spotlighting the icons, and discovering the next wave of storytellers carrying our music into the future. Press play—and feel the power of our sound.
Black Music Month 2025
Curated Playlist
Our Black Music Month 2025 Playlist was inspired by our Founder and CEO, G. Keith Alexander and features many of the amazing classics he introduced us to during his years as one of the hottest DJ’s in NYC.
This list was curated by Troy Lewis, author of the acclaimed novel “Gas Money” and a faithful friend to HarlemAmerica Digital Network.
Black Music Month 2025
Featured Artists Playlists
This Month’s Featured Articles
Black History Month 2026 FeatureFeaturedHarlemEntertainmentHarlemHistory
HarlemAmerica launches the HarlemAmerica Originals Channel with its inaugural Black History Month 2026 series, Wait… A Black Person Invented That?!, spotlighting Black innovators who shaped modern life.
Black History Month 2026 FeatureFeaturedHarlemHistory
In honor of Women's History Month we document a legacy of revolutionary leadership, courageous advocacy, and everlasting empowerment is Shirley Chisholm's political legacy.
Black History Month 2026 FeatureFeaturedHarlemHistory
Without public recognition, innumerable unsung heroes and heroines toiled away, sometimes at great personal danger and in the face of injustice, to advance the cause of civil rights. Here we highlight a few of these unsung heroes whose efforts were just as important as those of the more famous people of the time, who unfortunately tend to get more attention.
June is Black Music Month—a powerful time to honor, uplift, and immerse ourselves in the sounds that have shaped generations. From the soul-stirring rhythms of gospel to the revolutionary pulse of hip-hop, African American music has long served as a soundtrack to both struggle and triumph. This month is more than a celebration—it’s a tribute to the brilliance, resilience, and boundless creativity of Black artists whose voices have echoed across the globe, transforming culture and shaping history.
At HarlemAmerica, we proudly celebrate Black Music Month 2025 with curated Spotify playlists that reflect the heart and soul of our community. Whether it’s the smoky jazz clubs of yesteryear or the bold beats of today’s R&B, each playlist is a journey through the richness of our sonic heritage. Join us in honoring the legends, spotlighting the icons, and discovering the next wave of storytellers carrying our music into the future. Press play—and feel the power of our sound.
Black Music Month 2025
Curated Playlist
Our Black Music Month 2025 Playlist was inspired by our Founder and CEO, G. Keith Alexander and features many of the amazing classics he introduced us to during his years as one of the hottest DJ’s in NYC.
This list was curated by Troy Lewis, author of the acclaimed novel “Gas Money” and a faithful friend to HarlemAmerica Digital Network.
Black Music Month 2025
Featured Artists Playlists
This Month’s Featured Articles
Black History Month 2026 FeatureFeaturedHarlemEntertainmentHarlemHistory
HarlemAmerica launches the HarlemAmerica Originals Channel with its inaugural Black History Month 2026 series, Wait… A Black Person Invented That?!, spotlighting Black innovators who shaped modern life.
Black History Month 2026 FeatureFeaturedHarlemHistory
In honor of Women's History Month we document a legacy of revolutionary leadership, courageous advocacy, and everlasting empowerment is Shirley Chisholm's political legacy.
Black History Month 2026 FeatureFeaturedHarlemHistory
Without public recognition, innumerable unsung heroes and heroines toiled away, sometimes at great personal danger and in the face of injustice, to advance the cause of civil rights. Here we highlight a few of these unsung heroes whose efforts were just as important as those of the more famous people of the time, who unfortunately tend to get more attention.
