The passing of celebrated Malian flautist, composer and arranger Boncana Maïga at the age of 77 truly marks the end of an era ...

Nigerian singer and songwriter CKay has criticised the popularised use of the term “Afrobeats,” describing it as a convenient ...

A sacred Ivorian drum, the Djidji Ayokwe, has returned home after over a century seized by French colonial forces. This massive talking drum, vital for community communication and a symbol of Ebrie ...

Fans of Nigerian artist CKay received a welcome gift in late January: the singer released his latest song, “Badminton.” It’s a high-energy, melodic track with an infectious sound. The song, which has ...

The Yoruba talking drum, an iconic instrument from West Africa, is a testament to the continent's rich musical heritage ...

In the southwestern part of the province of Balochistan, Iies Makran, where the Arabian Sea meets the majestic mountains, and the sea breeze, gulls and birds seem to sing songs of longing, sorrow and ...

Every once in a while, a single instrument arrives and rewrites the rules. Not just for music, but for culture itself. Think about it. A strip of brass and a few keys gave birth to jazz. A solid block ...

During her tour behind-the-scenes of “Disney’s The Lion King,” Maranda met the percussionist who uses traditional African instruments to create added sound effects for the show.

Students and staff from across the Little Rock School District will show off their artistic talents this week at the district's annual Artistry in the Rock.

Steve Porcaro played for decades in a band that exemplified West Coast rock in the late 20th century, Toto, unleashing radio earworms like “Hold the Line,” “Rosanna” and “Africa.” But Porcaro and his ...

This weekend, we’re thinking about the stories that we don’t often hear. An opera company that uplifts the voices of ...

The singer-songwriter and producer has had one of the more distinguished and multifaceted careers in modern music. He talks ...