New Jersey was the last Northern state to abolish slavery, but Black settlements helped the enslaved find freedom long before ...

but as Harlem's informal cultural embassy —"Many people were in the lobby that never registered for a room. They'd ask to be paged—just to be seen." And then there are the scenes of raw jazz ...

From The Weeknd's soulful anthems to Linkin Park's dynamic energy, here are 10 concerts that could make your summer memorable.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are a few recommendations from Globe writers and critics, covering music, ...

Stevie Wonder reshaped the entire industry of soul, R&B, and pop music with his unique touch. From blind teenage Motown wonder to a 70s creative force, his evolution was not only impressive but also ...

Explore the catalog of “The First Lady of Song” with tracks chosen by Valerie June, Yaya Bey, Imani Perry and 13 more writers and musicians.

Charles Burrell, an American classical and jazz bass player known as being the first African American to be a member of a ...

As The Great Gatsby turns 100, take a look at the world of crime, music and culture that inspired some of the art of the Lost Generation (born 1883 to 1900).

The role of music is significantly emphasised when considering the sociocultural development of the Black Community against the backdrop of important historical events. If music has had such a ...

Free and open to the public. Duke Ellington Statue – 5th Avenue and 110th Street “Celebrating the Legacy of Duke Ellington” Presented by the Duke Ellington Center for the Arts in association ...

Edward Kennedy Ellington was born into the world on April 29, 1899 inWashington, D.C. Duke’s parents, Daisy Kennedy Ellington and James EdwardEllington, served as ideal role models for young Duke, and ...