For the past few years, especially since 2022, the meteoric growth of house music has been almost entirely spurred by tech-house artists. With his ubiquitous hit “Where You Are,” artists like John ...

Let’s get one thing straight! Afro House isn’t just having its moment. It’s been quietly building a continent-spanning, boarder-breaking empire for decades. Only now is the rest of the world just ...

From Ultra South Africa to Afro Nation Portugal, here are the best lineups this year. By Heran Mamo Multiple music festivals across the globe are celebrating African music throughout the whole year, ...

Beyoncé’s 2019 album The Gift, a companion to her soundtrack to The Lion King, finds sturdy footing on its fourth track. “Find Your Way Back” is supported by the graceful thrum of Niniola’s “Maradona, ...

Black Coffee almost cost me a plane ticket. Last September, as I was full-on sprinting through the Johannesburg airport to narrowly make my flight back to New York, I passed a record store blaring the ...

Describing the African-American influence on American music in all of its glory an d variety is an intimidating—if not impossible—task. African American influences are so fundamental to American music ...

Community Thursdays returns on Thursday, January 30, at The Libertine for another unforgettable night of good music, connection, and good vibes. Join us for an intimate evening featuring the best in ...