More about community than religion, Senior National Correspondent Steve Osunsami profiles the unique hymns and peculiar harmonizing of a style of folk singing that draws adherents from all religions.

From Lagos to the Grammys, Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems has conquered the global stage without compromising who she is. “Authenticity is everything to me,” she says. “That’s the one thing I cannot ...

CHARLOTTE — All day Saturday, you can enjoy food, music, dancing and more at the 12th annual Charlotte African American Festival. The Uptown event celebrates the heritage and accomplishments of ...

The Amherst Public Library, 221 Spring St., will present a very special program with guest Sean Gaskell, according to a news release. Gaskell’s appearance will start at 2 p.m. Oct. 4 for a performance ...

BAMAKO, Mali — The band had just taken the stage on a recent Saturday night when the power cut out. The club was plunged into darkness. The lead guitarist was one of the most famous in Mali, and the ...

In late July 1971, on an unseasonably cold London day, a 12-piece band from Lagos, Nigeria arrived at Abbey Road Studios for two recording sessions. The band was called the Africa ‘70, and they were ...

The state of Illinois is helping African Americans trace their roots in Africa. Illinois has launched a statewide initiative aimed at helping African Americans reconnect their ancestral ties to Africa ...

Lady Gaga leads this year's class of VMAs nominees, earning 12 total nominations. 2025 marks a key year for the MTV Video Music Awards, with CBS getting in on the broadcast side for the first time in ...

Wild Africa aims to “mainstream conservation” across the continent by using local ambassadors, pro bono media, and entertainment-based campaigns to build public and political support for wildlife ...

HOUSTON — Juneteenth is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a return home. A time to reflect, rejoice, and reconnect. In KHOU 11’s fifth installment of our award-winning Juneteenth series, ...

Earlier this year, Trace made a public plea for help for his dad after Billy Ray's inauguration performance. By Lexi Carson Associate Editor Trace Cyrus has put his dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, on blast. On ...