Beyonce Finally Wins Album of the Year With Cowboy Carter'Beyoncé finally won Album of the Year at the Grammys for 'Cowboy Carter', becoming only the fourth Black woman to achieve this milestone.
Our Sweetheart of the RodeoBeyoncé's "Smoke Hour" emphasizes the historical and ongoing contributions of Black artists to country music.
The Grammys Actually Got It RightBeyoncé's 2025 Album of the Year win symbolizes a break from the Grammys' historical patterns of exclusion toward significant Black music artists.
Only 12 Black artists have won album of the year at the Grammys - here they all areOnly 12 Black artists have won the Grammy for Album of the Year since 1959, highlighting a significant representation issue.
Beyonce's country album drowns out the Black music history it claims to celebrate | Yasmin WilliamsBeyonce's new album 'Cowboy Carter' is a response to rejection and racist backlash she faced in the country music industry.The album features collaborations with country legends like Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, showcasing Beyonce's country music exploration.
All the tea about the up-and-coming Black country stars on Beyonce's 'Blackbird'Beyoncé released a new country-inspired album featuring Black country singers on original tracks and covers.Brittney Spencer, Tanner Adell, and Tiera Kennedy are notable Black country singers featured on Beyoncé's album.
Beyonce Finally Wins Album of the Year With Cowboy Carter'Beyoncé finally won Album of the Year at the Grammys for 'Cowboy Carter', becoming only the fourth Black woman to achieve this milestone.
Our Sweetheart of the RodeoBeyoncé's "Smoke Hour" emphasizes the historical and ongoing contributions of Black artists to country music.
The Grammys Actually Got It RightBeyoncé's 2025 Album of the Year win symbolizes a break from the Grammys' historical patterns of exclusion toward significant Black music artists.
Only 12 Black artists have won album of the year at the Grammys - here they all areOnly 12 Black artists have won the Grammy for Album of the Year since 1959, highlighting a significant representation issue.
Beyonce's country album drowns out the Black music history it claims to celebrate | Yasmin WilliamsBeyonce's new album 'Cowboy Carter' is a response to rejection and racist backlash she faced in the country music industry.The album features collaborations with country legends like Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, showcasing Beyonce's country music exploration.
All the tea about the up-and-coming Black country stars on Beyonce's 'Blackbird'Beyoncé released a new country-inspired album featuring Black country singers on original tracks and covers.Brittney Spencer, Tanner Adell, and Tiera Kennedy are notable Black country singers featured on Beyoncé's album.
Subway art is part of a Met Museum exhibit for the first time everThe Metropolitan Museum of Art now features installations in subway stations, bridging art and community engagement with Black narratives connected to ancient Egypt.
"First of Its Kind" Art Center Opens in New YorkThe L10 Arts and Cultural Center aims to be a key cultural hub in Downtown Brooklyn, emphasizing support for local artists.
Subway art is part of a Met Museum exhibit for the first time everThe Metropolitan Museum of Art now features installations in subway stations, bridging art and community engagement with Black narratives connected to ancient Egypt.
"First of Its Kind" Art Center Opens in New YorkThe L10 Arts and Cultural Center aims to be a key cultural hub in Downtown Brooklyn, emphasizing support for local artists.
"I Was Trying to Deal With the Trauma": The Haunting Art of Barbara WalkerAlayo Akinkugbe highlights the significance of Black artists and their perspectives through history, particularly emphasizing Barbara Walker's impactful art on social issues.
Cassi Namoda's Dreamlike Paintings Depict the Life of Women in MozambiqueCassi Namoda's art uniquely marries her Mozambican roots with global influences, showcasing vibrant depictions of life and identity through a dreamlike lens.
Suzanne Jackson's Natural WorldKellie Jones's "South of Pico" highlights Black artists' significant contributions to 1960s and 70s Los Angeles art scene without relying on dense theory.
"I Was Trying to Deal With the Trauma": The Haunting Art of Barbara WalkerAlayo Akinkugbe highlights the significance of Black artists and their perspectives through history, particularly emphasizing Barbara Walker's impactful art on social issues.
Cassi Namoda's Dreamlike Paintings Depict the Life of Women in MozambiqueCassi Namoda's art uniquely marries her Mozambican roots with global influences, showcasing vibrant depictions of life and identity through a dreamlike lens.
Suzanne Jackson's Natural WorldKellie Jones's "South of Pico" highlights Black artists' significant contributions to 1960s and 70s Los Angeles art scene without relying on dense theory.
Questlove's new documentary 'Sly Lives!' peels back the curtain on the band, Sly & The Family Stone.Questlove's documentary on Sly & The Family Stone highlights their significant cultural impact and the challenges faced by Black artists in America.
Questlove's 'SLY LIVES!' looks at the legacy of an iconic bandThe documentary "SLY LIVES!" explores the legacy and struggles of Sly and the Family Stone, shedding light on the challenges faced by Black artists.
Questlove's new documentary 'Sly Lives!' peels back the curtain on the band, Sly & The Family Stone.Questlove's documentary on Sly & The Family Stone highlights their significant cultural impact and the challenges faced by Black artists in America.
Questlove's 'SLY LIVES!' looks at the legacy of an iconic bandThe documentary "SLY LIVES!" explores the legacy and struggles of Sly and the Family Stone, shedding light on the challenges faced by Black artists.
Briefly Noted Book ReviewsSouthwestern cities' histories provide vital lessons for resilience in other urban settings.Black musicians significantly shaped Elvis Presley's music, facing injustices that remain relevant today.
Perspective | Hank Willis Thomas sees what America can't sayHank Willis Thomas questions the significance placed on Black collectors in art, stressing the complexities of discussing race and its societal impacts.
Studio Museum in Harlem to Open New Building in Fall 2025The Studio Museum in Harlem will open its new building in 2025, celebrating Black artists with a focus on Tom Lloyd's work.
Eight Black queer visual artists changing the way we see ourselves & others - QueertyThe Armory Show highlights the ongoing challenges of representation and celebrates the contributions of Black queer artists.
The reopening of this Harlem museum is officially one of Time Out's best things to do in the world in 2025The Studio Museum in Harlem, focusing on Black artists, will reopen in Fall 2025 after extensive renovations.
Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys' 'Giants' Exhibition Heads to the High Museum of Art in Atlanta | stupidDOPEThe Giants exhibition at Atlanta's High Museum highlights Black diasporic artists through the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys from September 2024.
From care worker to the National Galleries Scotland: Everlyn Nicodemus finally enjoys recognitionEverlyn Nicodemus, a 70-year-old artist, celebrates her first major retrospective at National Galleries Scotland after a 40-year art journey.
Perspective | Hank Willis Thomas sees what America can't sayHank Willis Thomas questions the significance placed on Black collectors in art, stressing the complexities of discussing race and its societal impacts.
Studio Museum in Harlem to Open New Building in Fall 2025The Studio Museum in Harlem will open its new building in 2025, celebrating Black artists with a focus on Tom Lloyd's work.
Eight Black queer visual artists changing the way we see ourselves & others - QueertyThe Armory Show highlights the ongoing challenges of representation and celebrates the contributions of Black queer artists.
The reopening of this Harlem museum is officially one of Time Out's best things to do in the world in 2025The Studio Museum in Harlem, focusing on Black artists, will reopen in Fall 2025 after extensive renovations.
Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys' 'Giants' Exhibition Heads to the High Museum of Art in Atlanta | stupidDOPEThe Giants exhibition at Atlanta's High Museum highlights Black diasporic artists through the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys from September 2024.
From care worker to the National Galleries Scotland: Everlyn Nicodemus finally enjoys recognitionEverlyn Nicodemus, a 70-year-old artist, celebrates her first major retrospective at National Galleries Scotland after a 40-year art journey.
'Crafted Kinship' Unravels the Creative Practices of 60 Carribbean Artists, Designers, and MakersThe book showcases over 60 Caribbean artists, focusing on how their roots shape their creative practices.
Near ancient obelisk, AAP's 'Pyramidion' towers at Met | Cornell ChronicleThe exhibition highlights the connection between ancient Egypt and the identity of Black artists through thematic installations and contemporary discussions.
'Crafted Kinship' Unravels the Creative Practices of 60 Carribbean Artists, Designers, and MakersThe book showcases over 60 Caribbean artists, focusing on how their roots shape their creative practices.
Near ancient obelisk, AAP's 'Pyramidion' towers at Met | Cornell ChronicleThe exhibition highlights the connection between ancient Egypt and the identity of Black artists through thematic installations and contemporary discussions.
New Study Reveals Highest-Selling Black Artists in Live Music, Dominated by Hip-Hop ActsHip-hop drives significant ticket sales, showcasing the global prominence of Black artists.
Butter, an art fair presenting the work of Black artists, returns to IndianapolisButter art fair celebrates Black artists and ensures 100% of proceeds support them, promoting equity and accessibility in the art world.
Diane Abbott and Mr Loverman writer among stars at literature festivalThis year's Tottenham Literature Festival focuses on 'Black Imaginations', celebrating the power of creativity in storytelling and featuring prominent Black artists and authors.
Butter, an art fair presenting the work of Black artists, returns to IndianapolisButter art fair celebrates Black artists and ensures 100% of proceeds support them, promoting equity and accessibility in the art world.
Diane Abbott and Mr Loverman writer among stars at literature festivalThis year's Tottenham Literature Festival focuses on 'Black Imaginations', celebrating the power of creativity in storytelling and featuring prominent Black artists and authors.
Girl, Uninterrupted | DefectorLaura Wheeler Waring's 'Girl in Pink Dress' exemplifies confidence and celebration of identity within the context of the Harlem Renaissance.
National Portrait Gallery Will Spotlight Amy Sherald, Artist Behind Iconic Michelle Obama Portrait - WashingtonianAmy Sherald will make history as the first contemporary Black artist to hold a solo exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery.
Joe Freshgoods' 'A Friend Named Cousin' Celebrates Chosen Family and Community in Paris | stupidDOPERobinson's exhibition 'A Friend Named Cousin' celebrates chosen family in the Black community.
3 Berkeley shows highlight work of local Black artistsBerkeley is hosting three satellite exhibitions of the Richmond Art Center's Art of the African Diaspora show.The show features 150 Black artists and is displayed across 44 satellite shows in Bay Area art galleries, libraries, shops, and a chiropractor clinic.
A first look at the giant Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz art show at The Brooklyn MuseumThe Brooklyn Museum is hosting an exhibition called 'Giants' featuring 98 artworks by Black American, African, and African diasporic artists.The exhibition encourages conversations around Blackness, critiques of society, and the imagination of a collective future.
Girl, Uninterrupted | DefectorLaura Wheeler Waring's 'Girl in Pink Dress' exemplifies confidence and celebration of identity within the context of the Harlem Renaissance.
National Portrait Gallery Will Spotlight Amy Sherald, Artist Behind Iconic Michelle Obama Portrait - WashingtonianAmy Sherald will make history as the first contemporary Black artist to hold a solo exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery.
Joe Freshgoods' 'A Friend Named Cousin' Celebrates Chosen Family and Community in Paris | stupidDOPERobinson's exhibition 'A Friend Named Cousin' celebrates chosen family in the Black community.
3 Berkeley shows highlight work of local Black artistsBerkeley is hosting three satellite exhibitions of the Richmond Art Center's Art of the African Diaspora show.The show features 150 Black artists and is displayed across 44 satellite shows in Bay Area art galleries, libraries, shops, and a chiropractor clinic.
A first look at the giant Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz art show at The Brooklyn MuseumThe Brooklyn Museum is hosting an exhibition called 'Giants' featuring 98 artworks by Black American, African, and African diasporic artists.The exhibition encourages conversations around Blackness, critiques of society, and the imagination of a collective future.
Black performance artists face discrimination in nightlife licensing, City Hall toldBlack musicians face discriminatory practices in event licensing in London.Cancellations often stem from safety concerns that have racist undertones.Cultural events by minority artists are unjustly cancelled compared to those by majority white venues.
Hundreds of artworks by mainly Black Brazilian artists are returning home750 artworks by Black Brazilian artists are returning to Bahia, addressing cultural repatriation and highlighting Afro-Brazilian heritage.
Venus Williams: "Tennis Was Chosen for Me, but I Chose Art for Myself"Venus Williams not only excels in tennis but is also a dedicated art collector and advocate for artists of color.
From Revisionism to Resonance: Exploring the black figure in contemporary artThe exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery explores the representation of black figures by black artists in art, shedding Western baggage.The exhibition focuses on contemporary portraits by black artists, offering a diverse range of perspectives and challenging traditional norms.
Juxtapoz Magazine - The Whole World Smiles with You: Curated by Alayo Akinkugbe @ Opera Gallery, LondonThe exhibition 'The Whole World Smiles with You' by Opera Gallery London interrogates various modes of figuration by contemporary Black artists.
More than a moment: major survey of Black figuration opens at National Portrait Gallery LondonThe surge of interest in Black artists post-BLM is significant and sustained, not a one-time trend.The exhibition at NPG showcases works by celebrated Black artists, inviting scrutiny into the depth of their exploration.
From Revisionism to Resonance: Exploring the black figure in contemporary artThe exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery explores the representation of black figures by black artists in art, shedding Western baggage.The exhibition focuses on contemporary portraits by black artists, offering a diverse range of perspectives and challenging traditional norms.
Juxtapoz Magazine - The Whole World Smiles with You: Curated by Alayo Akinkugbe @ Opera Gallery, LondonThe exhibition 'The Whole World Smiles with You' by Opera Gallery London interrogates various modes of figuration by contemporary Black artists.
More than a moment: major survey of Black figuration opens at National Portrait Gallery LondonThe surge of interest in Black artists post-BLM is significant and sustained, not a one-time trend.The exhibition at NPG showcases works by celebrated Black artists, inviting scrutiny into the depth of their exploration.
This You Can't Miss: Local Stars Come Out to Help Save Iconic Brooklyn Moon CafeBrooklyn Moon Cafe has been a staple in the community since 1995, evolving from a coffee shop to a Caribbean-Soul food restaurant.Michael Thompson is organizing a benefit concert to save his business after facing financial struggles post-pandemic.
Black Pop Artists Have Long Gone Country. Here's a Brief History.Country music industry remains challenging for Black performers despite their historical contributions.Black artists like Ray Charles have successfully embraced country music after establishing careers in other genres.
Beyonce Has Always Been CountryCountry music has historically been associated with whiteness, but it has deep roots in Black, Mexican, and Indigenous communities.Black artists in country music, such as Linda Martell and DeFord Bailey, have often faced mistreatment and lack of recognition.
Black Pop Artists Have Long Gone Country. Here's a Brief History.Country music industry remains challenging for Black performers despite their historical contributions.Black artists like Ray Charles have successfully embraced country music after establishing careers in other genres.
Beyonce Has Always Been CountryCountry music has historically been associated with whiteness, but it has deep roots in Black, Mexican, and Indigenous communities.Black artists in country music, such as Linda Martell and DeFord Bailey, have often faced mistreatment and lack of recognition.
Father Fannie Fills His ILY2 Too Mall Funhouse With Sparkles, Workshops, and Black JoyLloyd Center Mall in Portland is transforming into a hub for local arts and cultureILY2's ILY2 Too gallery within the mall features rotating exhibitions by diverse artists
The Met's Tremendous Harlem Renaissance Show Redefines ModernismExhibition correcting historical wrongsReevaluating modernism through Harlem Renaissance lens
The Harlem Renaissance: expansive exhibition celebrates a vital cultural eraThe Harlem Renaissance redefines American identityBlack artists were central to modernist movement
Harlem is now truly on the Met's mindThe Harlem Renaissance was a significant cultural movement in the 20th century, but its artists were often overlooked by major museums.The Met's new exhibition on the Harlem Renaissance marks a significant shift in recognizing and representing Black artists and their contributions.
Met Exhibition to Present the Harlem Renaissance as the First African American-led Movement of International Modern ArtThe exhibition explores Black artists' portrayals of modern life during the Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism.Significant support for the exhibition comes from foundations, corporate sponsorship, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
The Met's Tremendous Harlem Renaissance Show Redefines ModernismExhibition correcting historical wrongsReevaluating modernism through Harlem Renaissance lens
The Harlem Renaissance: expansive exhibition celebrates a vital cultural eraThe Harlem Renaissance redefines American identityBlack artists were central to modernist movement
Harlem is now truly on the Met's mindThe Harlem Renaissance was a significant cultural movement in the 20th century, but its artists were often overlooked by major museums.The Met's new exhibition on the Harlem Renaissance marks a significant shift in recognizing and representing Black artists and their contributions.
Met Exhibition to Present the Harlem Renaissance as the First African American-led Movement of International Modern ArtThe exhibition explores Black artists' portrayals of modern life during the Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism.Significant support for the exhibition comes from foundations, corporate sponsorship, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Black Writers Share Their Favorite Books to Honor Black History MonthBlack literature plays a significant role in preserving history and empowering communities.Black artists have set standards and trends globally through movements like New Negro, Black Arts, and Afrofuturism.
Impact & Excellence: This S.I. teen photographer forges connections through authenticityThe importance of representation in the arts communityEmpowering Black female artists
Black Writers Share Their Favorite Books to Honor Black History MonthBlack literature plays a significant role in preserving history and empowering communities.Black artists have set standards and trends globally through movements like New Negro, Black Arts, and Afrofuturism.
Impact & Excellence: This S.I. teen photographer forges connections through authenticityThe importance of representation in the arts communityEmpowering Black female artists
How Black Actors Broke Through in Old Hollywood - Day to Day, Role to RoleBlack film history goes beyond well-known eras like blaxploitation films, offering a rich heritage from as early as the 1890s.Exhibition 'Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898 to 1971' highlights the significant contribution of Black artists in the film industry before Hollywood's 'Golden Age'.
Robert Macbeth, Founder of Harlem's New Lafayette Theater, Dies at 89The importance of creating spaces for Black artists to express themselves authenticallyThe challenges faced by Black actors in white-dominated spaces
A first look at The Met's gorgeous, history-making Harlem Renaissance exhibitionThe Harlem Renaissance was a significant cultural movement that shaped global literature, music, and art.The Metropolitan Museum of Art is opening an exhibit to celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of Black artists and intellectuals in 'The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism'.
Keys, Swizz Beatz Unleash 'Giants' Masterpieces at BK MuseumAlicia Keys and Swizz Beatz will showcase their art collection at the Brooklyn MuseumThe exhibition features works solely by Black artists
Sneak peek: Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz's 'Giants' show at the Brooklyn Museum - Brooklyn MagazineAlicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have an extensive collection of art from Black artists, which will be on display at the Brooklyn Museum.The couple intentionally collects large works that push artists beyond their limits and allow them to express their ideas on a new level.
Keys, Swizz Beatz Unleash 'Giants' Masterpieces at BK MuseumAlicia Keys and Swizz Beatz will showcase their art collection at the Brooklyn MuseumThe exhibition features works solely by Black artists
Sneak peek: Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz's 'Giants' show at the Brooklyn Museum - Brooklyn MagazineAlicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have an extensive collection of art from Black artists, which will be on display at the Brooklyn Museum.The couple intentionally collects large works that push artists beyond their limits and allow them to express their ideas on a new level.
The Grammys Aim for a Big Tent, but Not Everyone Feels at HomeJay-Z criticizes the Recording Academy for mistreatment of Black artists at the Grammys.Several Black artists have been boycotting the Grammys due to the treatment of hip-hop and R&B.
The Art World Before and After Thelma GoldenThelma Golden's shows centering Black artists in the nineties were unprecedented.Today, Black artists are the stars of the art market.
14 Ways to Celebrate Black History MonthCelebrate Black artists at Yoshi's Oakland with a lineup of performances throughout February.Attend the 2nd Annual Shrimp and Grits Taste Off to enjoy southern-style shellfish and support students interested in attending historically Black universities and colleges.