See how Questlove, Erykah Badu, D’Angelo and a host of other Black musicians came together to develop a new sonic blueprint for hip hop and R&B in the late ’90s. 

Yancey-Smith’s children’s book about her late son, “The Life Story of James Dewitt Yancey,” is out now. We asked the woman behind the production hero’s namesake foundation about the new book and her son’s place in Black history.

The playlist, curated for day and night, features artists as varied as Jidenna, Esperanza Spalding and Billie Holiday. 

Prince’s renowned collaborator and former fiancée conceived the album, “Girl Meets Boy,” after his death.

The Roots and Janelle Monáe will also honor the icon during the June 26 awards show.

The D’Angelo collaborator and former Parliament Funkadelic member steps out on her own with a new, funky track. 

The R&B pioneer turns 42 today. 

The trailblazing artist died yesterday, January 10, at the age of 69. 

We asked tons of creators and changemakers to tell us their favorite music, TV shows and more of 2015. Here’s our breakdown of what hit with folks the most, by category. 

The hoodie features part of the chorus of “The Charade” in a chalk outline on the back. 

D’Angelo’s “Black Messiah” and the “Hamilton” cast recording were also recognized during the 58th Annual Grammy Awards nomination announcement. 

You really should listen to this. 

In an otherwise-predominantly-white list of nominees, a few chart-topping artists of color were recognized during today’s American Music Awards nomination ceremony. 

The celebrated singer/guitarist spreads his wings and defies convention while repurposing blues, rock and R&B on “The Story of Sonny Boy Slim.”

Legendary soul singer/guitarist Bill Withers will be present at a tribute in October where pop and RnB heavy-hitters pay tribute to his legacy and “Live at Carnegie Hall” album. 

The legendary Black Panthers co-founder and R&B superstar talk protest music and  the Black Power movement while driving around Cali’s Bay Area.