While black rock bands are sometimes overlooked, they have produced many influential, underrated albums. Despite some of these musicians not receiving mainstream recognition, many of these bands have significantly impacted the music industry and continue to do so. Want to know more about them? Here are some of the best black rock bands that you…
If you thought that black women only sing jazz, R&B and soul, you’re definitely wrong. Black women can be found in a wide range of music genres, including rock! You heard me right! There are black women in the rock scene and we can’t help but be proud of them. We’ll take a look at…
No one captured the atmosphere of the 1970s like these top 12 black female singing groups of the 70s. As music left the psychedelic era of the 1960s, disco and powerhouse girl groups were waiting to take radios and concert halls by storm. Read on to learn more and remember the fashion, passion, and music…
As the understanding of what a vegetarian is becomes more common knowledge, more people are turning to this diet. In black communities specifically, being vegetarian is becoming much more common place, and the black celebrity world is also embracing this change. But who are these men and women who champion the diet? Here are some…
Men have long dominated STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. However, black women have made significant contributions as well. Despite sometime facing discrimination and prejudice, these brilliant women thrive in their careers and inspire the next generation of black girls to pursue STEM. Here are some of the best black women in STEM.
Over the years, more people have chosen to adopt a vegan lifestyle due to its health and environmental benefits. Among them are many notable black celebrities, activists, and influencers who have embraced a plant-based diet and actively promoted veganism. Here are some famous black vegans and their journey towards a cruelty-free and sustainable lifestyle.
Country music as a genre lends best to storytelling, love, heartbreak, triumph, and tragedy. The Black experience over the decades is told through all those trademarks. You may not know it, but there are dozens of Black singers who made a name for themselves through country music. These black country singers all found a way…
The 2000s produced a treasure trove of iconic girl bands in the genres of R&B and pop. Many were led by Black women channeling the historical greats, like The Supremes, Vandellas, Shirelles, and Ronettes. Black female singing groups were back on top, and this time, smashing gender and racial barriers with meaningful lyrics and uncompromising…
Most Black female singing groups of the 80s had a long recording history before they had breakout hits that made them stars. Several acts were sisters, and many still perform today with different members for tours and special appearances. We hope you enjoy this list of the best Black female singing groups that had major…
The 90s was a special time for R&B and hip hop music. Pop music finally accepted the genres and many R&B groups broke through onto the commercial charts. The sound of the time was unique and is often duplicated in today’s hit songs. But in the 1990s these black male singing groups originated the sound…
Gospel music dates back to the 1800s and has deeply religious influences. Black gospel music is a popular genre that emerged with ragtime, blues, and jazz during the same period. Black gospel singers use this music to proclaim their relationship with God and worship Him with their faith. This article will dive into popular and…
The early 1960s saw the popularity of all-female groups skyrocket with an era-defining sound and many timeless hits we still listen to today. Only five all-girl groups are in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, with the Go-Gos as the latest inductees in 2021. It’s notable and unsurprising that the first four all-girl groups…
The 2000s decade was full of talented singing groups that made their mark on music history. Whether the group topped the Billboard charts or only released one album, these nine black male singing groups of the 2000s certainly created a lasting impression. Many of the black male singing groups of the 2000s were inspired by…
Reggae originated from Jamacia in the 60s, born from Ska and Rocksteady. However, it was more than just a sound; reggae was a feeling and a lifestyle that evoked change. It was inspired by American Jazz and classical Blues. It was predominantly known to be part of the black culture, but as Bob Marley claimed,…
Usually, we associate the soul genre with African-American roots. Black musicians provide the bulk of the artists who sing and play soul, so it’s only natural that we picture them when we hear the soul style. However, that’s not true for every singer! There are plenty of white soul musicians, also called blue-eyed soul singers,…