Ben Vereen Preps 80th Birthday Celebration at NJPac, Nov 21
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Ben Vereen’s 80th Birthday Concert on Saturday, November 21 at 8:00 p.m.
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The Voice Of Miles Debuts in Los Angeles on November 1
The Los Angeles debut of The Voice Of Miles: A Symphonic Cinematic Celebration immersive live orchestral event takes place at The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, on November 1
David Porter: When the World Valued Us More Than Our Own Country
David Porter reflects on why Black American musicians found greater appreciation in Europe than at home during the 1960s.
The String Queens – Troubled Liberty
The String Queens released Troubled Liberty on Juneteenth and it marks a significant artistic milestone as the first original composition ever created and released by the trio.
Nicholas Payton with Special Guest Jon Baptiste Will Perform at NJPAC, November 14, 2026
Nicholas Payton premieres Louis Armstrong at 125: A New Orleans Celebration—a one-night only concert curated exclusively for the TD James Moody Jazz Festival
Atlanta’s Inaugural Black Music Week Wraps Up Despite FIFA Interruption
The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony was unexpectedly postponed after FIFA-related site preparations restricted access to the venue during Atlanta’s inaugural Black Music Week
Jimmy Jam: How I Met Prince & The Secret History of The Time | Jimmy Jam Interview
Legendary producer Jimmy Jam recounts the incredible story of how he first met Prince in a high school piano class
The Hampton Jazz & Music Festival- June 26 through June 28, 2026
The Hampton Jazz & Music Festival returns for its 56th year
Drake Connects With McDonald’s Canada For ‘Afters Meal’
McDonald’s Canada has launched the “Afters Meal” in partnership with Drake and his company, OVO (October’s Very Own).
Keith Lee Bringing 1st Food Festival To New Orleans May 16
TikTok food critic phenom Keith Lee has announced a food festival, Familee Festival, in the Big Easy, New Orleans, May 16
The Isley Brothers To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has announced that The Isley Brothers will receive the 2,834th star on Jan. 28
From Temple to W&W: Aliya Crawford on 35 Years of Entertainment PR, Building Legendary Brands & Breaking Barriers: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Aaliyah Crawford is Senior Vice President at W&W Public Relations and newly elected Vice President of the Recording Academy’s Philadelphia Chapter
2026 Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival Takes Place March 7–8
Hosted by the City of Miami Gardens and produced by the Black Promoters Collective, Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival, recognized as one of the best festivals in the country by Newsweek and named Best Music Festival for 2025 by Miami New Times
‘Love Calls’ KEM Once Again As He Revives Kemistry Records
Kem started his career with Kemistry Records, and after 23 years with Motown, he scores a No. 1 hit, once again, on his Kemistry label
Jazz Legend Ron Carter, Gospel Icon Ricky Dillard Collaborate For ‘Sweet, Sweet Spirit’
“Maestro” Ron Carter and the “Choirmaster” Ricky Dillard announce the expectation of their groundbreaking joint album, Sweet, Sweet Spirit