American gospel music might have taken the forefront as a preferred source of inspiration for Gospel music lovers but African listeners are increasingly rediscovering and embracing their homegrown ...

Music is spiritual, and that's especially true for Amapiano, a subgenre of House music brewed in the hoods of South Africa. The sound is soulful, harmonious and jazzy with an energy that invites you ...

Getting together to experience music can feel transcendent, whether you're raising your voice in song at your place of worship or you're dancing all night long at the club. With History of House, a ...

For the enslaved Africans, music – rhythm in particular – became a tool of communication about their conditions. Later, it ...

The City of Johannesburg, through its community development, arts, culture and heritage unit, will host the 9th 'Indigenous Gospel Festival' at the Soweto Theatre on February 14 and 15.

The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. The Soweto Gospel Choir brightened Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall with their energy and ...

Inside a St. Paul church, five vocalists stood at the sanctuary's front and, with rich voices and raised hands, sang the South African national anthem. Their national anthem. "In our country, people ...

The acclaimed Soweto Gospel Choir is set to return to North America in 2025 with their concert titled "Peace," featuring a vibrant mix of South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals, and ...

South African gospel artist Nontokozo Mkhize has started 2026 on a high note, winning her first award outside of South Africa. The musician won the Best Female Artist in Southern Africa Award at the ...