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Getting to Know Zara Larsson, the Pop Queen Finessing Social Media

Meet the cheeky feminist next-door.

Big Rob Triumphantly Returned to the Jonas Brothers for "Burnin' Up"

And that's no lie!

EarthGang's Olu Flexes His Vocal Ability on "Queen & Silm" Song

Who knew?

If You Think Taylor Swift Is the Only Artist Making Protest Songs, You’re Just Not Listening

Black artists are likely wondering what took Swift so long.

Give Justine Skye Another Try

The singer shares how she's evolved with her music through the years.

How Spanish-Speaking Artists at the VMAs Unapologetically Represented

This year’s VMAs felt like the first year that the Spanish-language performances were an essential component.

Meet the R&B Guitarist Who Found Early Inspiration in "Sesame Street"

Mac Ayres makes mood music perfect for a slow drive.

Missy Elliott’s Prioritization of Black Art Keeps Her Winning

It introduces the audience to the idea that young Black girls are often chastised and ridiculed for exhibiting out-of-the-box thinking and behavior — something that Missy has always represented.

Saint Bodhi's Debut Music Video Is a Raw Glimpse of Survival

The Los Angeles-bred singer doesn't hold back on telling a painful story.

Vic Mensa Is Painting an Uncomfortable Picture of America

“I had to address that miseducation and decide my own heroes and villains — and that was Assata as the hero and Columbus as the villain.”

Lil Nas X Has Forever Changed Hip-Hop as an Out Queer Artist

He isn’t the first Black queer artist to tread the shaky waters of the music industry, but Lil Nas X is the first making "Billboard" history.

Megan Thee Stallion Is Trademarking "Hot Girl Summer"

Behold: a queen who takes ownership over her own genius.

Meet Kidd Kenn, Chicago's Dynamic Home Hero

“When Kehlani texted me, I knew I was the real deal."

A Brief History of Afrobeats

Beyoncé's new 'Lion King' album is a part of something way bigger.

Coco and Breezy Just Created the Ultimate Afro-Latinx Playlist

The Afro-Boricua twins share cultural truths and give the people a reason to dance.

Australian Singer Montaigne Packs a Serious Message Into Her New Music Video

"The song is about this political moment."

Meet Nnena, the Soulful Rapper Signed the J.J. Abrams Music Label

"What’s for me is for me and nothing will get in my way."

Beyoncé's First Song Off 'The Lion King' Soundtrack Is a Sonic Experience

“This is a new experience of storytelling."

BTS Fans Think New Japanese Single "Lights" Sounds Like a "Warm Hug"

"Bts’s friendship is so beautiful."