by nmaam | Jul 25, 2019 | Blog, Interviews
Music during the 90s made a lasting impact on the future of America’s soundtrack. You can’t mention the 90s without talking about the group 112. Rooted in gospel, soul, and hip hop; Q, Mike, Slim, and Daron made up the group 112 that emerged from Sean “Puffy” Combs’...
by nmaam | Jul 11, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
Music artists use their art to express a spectrum of emotions and singer/ rapper Lizzo is no different. She is taking a multitude of genres to get her point across as she weaves her musical tapestry into America’s soundtrack. Her message is one of self-worth, body...
by nmaam | Jun 27, 2019 | Artist Information, Blog
The National Museum of African American Music is wrapping up Black Music Month by celebrating legendary musicians and industry giants during the sixth annual Celebration of Legends Gala at Music City Center. The annual event celebrates African American music and the...
by nmaam | Jun 13, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
African Americans have weaved together musical tapestries from various genres as a contribution to America’s soundtrack. This month, the National Museum of African American Music joins the rest of the country in celebrating Black Music Month. Since the end of the 70s,...
by nmaam | Jun 1, 2019 | Blog
As we celebrate Black Music Month, NMAAM is reflecting on the past year in music. The state of Black music remains robust and continues to grow stronger. Its reach is larger than ever, spanning platforms, countries and genres. After overtaking rock as the most-played...
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