Source: Prince Williams / Getty At his best, one of the things that made Timbaland’s music so great was the way it oozed personality.  Even now in 2025, his beats from the 90s and 2000s still sound ahead of their time. Splicing baby coos, Godzilla shrieks, and mouth-made percussion into his creations made for some […]

Source: Courtesy of Tre Media / Tre Media At a time when Black millennials are watching every version of the “American Dream” fall apart, Brandy and Monica announcing their first-ever tour isn’t just an iconic moment in music; it’s a powerful reminder that some things we thought were lost can still come back to us, […]

Source: Focus On Sport / Getty It’s been a year since Kendrick Lamar dropped the diss heard ’round the world and reminded folks that everyone is ”Not Like Us.”  While the cultural aftershocks are still shaking the industry, what started as a lyrical boxing match with Drake quickly became something much bigger: a declaration of […]

Every year, the Songwriters Hall of Fame honors songwriters across genres who have made significant contributions to the cultural fabric of music, recognizing their creativity, impact, and influence on the industry. This year’s nominees reflect a diverse blend of styles and eras—from pop and rock to hip-hop, country, and R&B—underscoring the evolution and breadth of […]

Dr. Bobby Jones attends the BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards on March 30, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia. | Source: Erika Goldring / Getty Dr. Bobby Jones, gospel vocalist, TV and radio host, is set to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award during The Recording Academy’s Special Merit Award ceremony during Grammy week next month. Jones’ […]