Black Music Month 2026….Day 30 Teddy Pendergrass was an American R&B and soul singer celebrated for his rich baritone voice, passionate performances, and major influence on soul music in the 1970s and 1980s. Born in Philadelphia, he began his career as a drummer before becoming the lead sing

Black Music Month 2026….Day 29 Lionel Richie is an American singer, songwriter, producer, and television personality whose career has spanned more than five decades. Born on June 20, 1949, in Tuskegee, he first rose to fame in the 1970s as a member of the funk and soul group Commodores. During h

Black Music Month 2026….Day 28 Living Colour is an American rock band formed in 1984 in New York City. The band's classic lineup features guitarist Vernon Reid, vocalist Corey Glover, drummer Will Calhoun, and bassist Doug Wimbish. They are known for blending hard rock, heavy metal, funk, ja

Black Music Month 2026….Day 27 Shaboozey is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, and record producer known for blending country, hip-hop, rock, and folk influences into a distinctive sound. Born **Collins Obinna Chibueze**, he was raised in Virginia by Nigerian parents, and his music reflects

Black Music Month 2026….Day 26 Samara Joy is an American jazz vocalist who has become one of the leading young voices in contemporary jazz. Born on November 11, 1999, in the Bronx, she grew up in a musical family with strong gospel influences before discovering jazz as a student. Her career took

Black Music Month 2026….Day 25 Kendrick Lamar is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer widely regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of his generation. He began recording music as a teenager under the name "K.Dot." His early mixtapes gained attention in

Black Music Month 2026….Day 24 Tammi Terrell was an American soul singer best known for her legendary duet recordings with Marvin Gaye during the 1960s. Born **Thomasina Winifred Montgomery** in Philadelphia on April 29, 1945, she began recording as a teenager under the name Tammy Montgomery bef

Black Music Month 2026….Day 23 Jessye Norman was one of the most celebrated opera singers of the 20th century. Born on September 15, 1945, in Augusta, she became known for her powerful voice, remarkable vocal range, and commanding stage presence. She studied music at Howard University, the Peabo

Black Music Month 2026….Day 22 Tevin Campbell is an American R&B singer, songwriter, and actor who rose to fame as a teenager in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Born in Waxahachie, he was discovered after an audition arranged by jazz musician Bobbi Humphrey and was later mentored by Quincy J

Black Music Month 2026….Day 21 Lou Rawls was an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and radio host known for his rich baritone voice and smooth blend of jazz, blues, soul, R&B, and pop music. ### Early Life Rawls was born on December 1, 1933, in Chicago. He began singing in c

To all the fathers: Happy Father's Day! Today, we celebrate not just the father you are, but the incredible person you have always been. Thank you for your endless love, unwavering support, and the countless sacrifices you've made to help shape my life. Your strength inspires me, your

Black Music Month 2026….Day 20 Charlie Parker often called “Bird” or “Yardbird,”was one of the most influential musicians in jazz history. An alto saxophonist, composer, and bandleader, he helped create and popularize **bebop**, a style of jazz known for fast tempos, complex harmonies, and advan

Black Music Month 2026….Day 19 Brittany Howard is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist best known as the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of Alabama Shakes. Born in Athens in 1988, she became one of the most acclaimed voices in modern rock and soul music throu

Juneteenth is a powerful reminder that freedom, justice, and equality are worth celebrating and protecting. As we honor June 19, 1865—the day enslaved African Americans in Texas learned of their freedom—we reflect on the resilience, strength, and contributions of Black Americans throughout history.

Black Music Month 2026….Day 18 Robert McFerrin Sr. was a pioneering American opera singer and one of the most important African American figures in classical music history. He is best known for becoming the **first African American man to sing with the Metropolitan Opera** in New York, making hi

Black Music Month 2026….Day 16 TLC is an American R&B and pop girl group formed in 1990 in Atlanta. The group's most famous lineup consisted of Tionne 'T-Boz' Watkins, Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas, and Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes. They became one of the most successful femal

Black Music Month 2026….Day 15 The Temptations are one of the most influential American soul and R&B vocal groups in music history. Formed in 1961 in Detroit, they became famous through their recordings with Motown Records and were known for their smooth harmonies, stylish performances, and

Black Music Month 2026….Day 14 Ashford & Simpson were one of the most influential songwriting and performing partnerships in soul and R&B music. The duo consisted of Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson. ### Early Career Ashford and Simpson met in the 1960s in New York City and beg

Black Music Month 2026….Day 13 Lena Horne was an American singer, actress, dancer, and civil rights activist who broke racial barriers in the entertainment industry. She became one of the most influential Black performers of the 20th century, with a career that lasted more than 70 years. Bor

Black Music Month 2026….Day 12 Morris Robinson is an acclaimed American bass opera singer known for his powerful voice, commanding stage presence, and unusual journey from college football to international opera stardom. * Born in 1969 in Atlanta, Robinson grew up in a musical family; his fat