Discover the story of James Hemings, Thomas Jefferson’s enslaved chef, and how he brought macaroni and cheese to America’s table.

Discover Tevin Campbell’s rise to fame, biggest hits, coming-out journey and the remarkable voice that keeps R&B fans celebrating him.

Dewayne Perkins brings Black queer friendship and TV-inspired comedy to YouTube with his six-episode skitcom, I Swear We’re Friends.

After the American Civil War, over four million formerly enslaved people were set free, but most had no place to go.

Rudy and Devery disappear into Mrs. Bakewell's house on Halloween night. Fat Albert and the crew set out to recover their missing friends.

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...

Explore how racial ancestry rules threatened Indigenous land rights and helped make slavery hereditary in America.

Kayla Daniels’ journey to motherhood began in 2021 when she became a foster mom to 7-month-old twins Kaden and Jaden. After learning they had an older biological brother, MJ, who also needed a foster home, Kayla immediately opened her home to him, determi...

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.

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.

Luther Vandross was a singer and songwriter whose smooth style and voice lent themselves to romantic ballads.