arts & culture
Honoring Expression Rooted in Memory and Movement
Black American-Run Country Music Associations Needed to Make a Comeback—Here’s Why
On the heels of Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” release, Black country artists had their mainstream moment amongst the genre’s fans. It was long overdue since it was us who helped create and pioneer country music, though racist industry politics have blocked most of our artists from shining in the big leagues.
History Speaks: The Black Experience in Southeast Kentucky
The Black Experience in Southeast Kentucky is a series that shares the stories of African Americans living in the hills of Southeast Kentucky.
John Wesley Work III - composer, ethnomusicologist, educator, and choral director
In this broadcast, Todd Lawrence and I discuss the scholarship and work Of John Wesley Work III and the newly launched Award named in His honor. The AFS African American Folklore Section is proud to issue the first call for submissions for the new John Wesley Work III Award