Zany Waves

Every June, African American Music Month serves as a celebration of the contributions Black artists have made to music and culture. Originally established as Black Music Month in 1979, the observance recognizes the artists, songwriters, producers, and innovators whose work has shaped genres ranging from jazz, blues, gospel, and soul to hip-hop, R&B, rock, and beyond. To help you celebrate their artistry and impact all 12 months of the year, Cherrelle and Emma Zoe have selected songs from some...

Held in idyllic Newport, Rhode Island, Newport Folk Festival returns to Fort Adams State Park on July 24-26. With much of the lineup already released, the festival is already shaping up to be one of the summer’s most exciting bills. It brings together an eclectic mix of folk, indie rock, Americana, alternative, and genre-bending artists. Part of Newport Folk Fest’s appeal is the way that rising artists sit alongside legendary performers, while indie rock and alternative influences continue...

Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording Academy This year’s Grammys were full of notable highlights. From the outfits (I, for one, loved Chappell Roan’s bodysuit) to the performances (more on Tyler, The Creator’s later), it was one of my favorites in recent years. I also enjoyed that there were no major sweeps this year, which made each award feel more earned. Despite all this, awards shows can feel tone deaf and closed off from the realities beyond their own bubble, making those...