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...
by nmaam | May 23, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
Gospel music is part of the foundation of America’s soundtrack. After a four year hiatus, BET’s gospel competition “Sunday Best” is heading back to the airwaves this summer with two new judges. Award winning gospel vocalists Erica Campbell and Jonathan...
by nmaam | May 10, 2019 | Blog
Billboard’s R&B and Hip-Hop charts can sometimes leave music lovers a bit confused at how consistent they are with defining what makes a certain type of music fit into a specific category. These days if you take a glance at the charts, the list may or may not...
by nmaam | Apr 25, 2019 | Blog
Jazz bassist Esperanza Spalding has been hailed as a prodigy on the acoustic double bass, but she made a name for herself when she became the spoiler alert in 2011 snatching the GRAMMY for Best New Artist from the obvious favorite of the night, Justin Bieber, and...
by nmaam | Apr 11, 2019 | Blog
Hailed as the gateway into jazz for younger audiences, America’s jazz soundtrack wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the musical stylings of GRAMMY Award winner Robert Glasper. Diversifying Jazz Glasper’s music has helped to propel the genre forward by taking hip...
by nmaam | Mar 28, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
All Aboard! “Soul Train…Soul Train.” You can’t help but start singing, MFSB’s “TSOP (The Sound of Philadelphia),” one of the most memorable Soul Train theme songs and finishing with a resounding, “Let’s get it on, it’s time to get down.” Part of America’s...
by nmaam | Mar 14, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
As the leading lady of the Supremes and her own solo career, living legend Diana Ross has contributed to many layers of America’s soundtrack. The Queen of Motown is turning 75 on March 26 and celebrating it in a big way by kicking off a “Diamond Diana” tour in Los...
by nmaam | Feb 28, 2019 | Artist Information, Blog
You can’t mention R&B music without mentioning the likes of living legend Patti LaBelle. Hailed as the ‘Godmother of Soul,’ the 74-year-old continues gracing stages and giving 100% for 90 minutes singing to her full potential in heels while interacting with...
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