Music

Explore the 2026 MTV VMAs, from Madonna’s return and major winners to every performance and tributes to Dolly Parton and George Michael.

Explore Donovan’s 1966 classic “Season of the Witch,” its psychedelic roots, memorable covers, and Alanis Morissette’s haunting new version.

Explore Sam Cooke’s remarkable career, timeless songs and musical family legacy, from Linda Womack to today’s Womack Sisters.

Explore the origins of “Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen,” its message of sorrow and hope, and Marian Anderson’s historic performance.

Ten-year-old singer Eden Valor discusses their passion for performing and the experience of going viral online. Jennifer Hudson learns about the deep musical influences that inspire the young artist's journey and personal vocal style during this heartfelt...

From Kelly Clarkson to Carrie Underwood, discover 10 of the biggest singers launched by American Idol and the songs that made them stars.

Discover who wrote and recorded “Witch Doctor,” how the 1958 novelty hit inspired Alvin and the Chipmunks, and where it later appeared onscreen.

A new exhibition on the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, at the Morgan Library and Museum in New York City, illuminates the man and his immortal works – from his first compositions created at age five, to personal objects, manuscripts and letters, to the...

Chaka Khan returns with CHAKZILLA, a joyful new album featuring Sia, Snoop Dogg and Lenny Kravitz, arriving September 18.

Discover how Cakewalk music grew from Black American traditions, influenced ragtime and survived in old-time fiddle and string-band music.

Remember when Oprah Winfrey recorded “Run On”? Revisit the unlikely theme song and Whitney Houston’s hilarious habit of teasing Oprah about it.

Discover Pittsburgh's historic 7101 Apple Street, home of Mary Cardwell Dawson's opera company and a landmark of Black music and culture.

Founded by Mary Cardwell Dawson in 1941, the National Negro Opera Company opened doors for Black singers on America's opera stages.

Discover Mary Cardwell Dawson, the pioneering educator whose Pittsburgh music school trained Black artists and helped reshape American opera.

Discover the remarkable journey of “Tainted Love” — from Gloria Jones’s 1964 original to Soft Cell’s synthpop smash, Coil’s haunting 1985 AIDS benefit version, and the Pussycat Dolls’ sultry revival.

Jalacy J. "Screamin' Jay" Hawkins was an American singer-songwriter, musician, actor, film producer, and boxer.