It’s always awkward telling people what I do for a living. I’m a rapper. I also work as a professor of hip-hop. I work at the intersection of artmaking and …
Quincy Jones, who died on Nov. 3, 2024, at the age of 91, was one of the most influential musicians in U.S. history. You might think such a notable figure would factor …
Sisanda Nkoala, Associate professor, University of the Western Cape; Christina Chan-Meetoo, Senior Lecturer in Media and Communication, University of Mauritius; Jacinta Mwende Maweu, Senior lecturer in Philosophy and Media Studies, …
Sisanda Nkoala – Senior Lecturer, University of South Africa Blessing Makwambeni – Senior Lecturer in Communication Science, Cape Peninsula University of Technology Trust Matsilele – Lecturer in Journalism, Cape Peninsula …
Eric Charry – Professor of Music, Wesleyan University “How come we’ve never heard of this beautiful instrument until now?” This was posted by a first-year college student to my world …
Wayne Muller – Publications Editor / Research Fellow (Africa Open Institute for Music, Research and Innovation), Stellenbosch University Many people thought that classical opera in South Africa – regarded as …
Written by Lisa D. Tinsley In an era where digital streaming and satellite services are increasingly dominating our audio consumption habits, the humble car radio stands as a testament to …
Katelyn Best – Teaching Assistant Professor of Musicology, West Virginia University In April 2023, DJ Supalee hosted Supafest Reunion 2023 to celebrate entertainers and promoters within the U.S. Deaf community. The event included performances …
Written by Lisa D. Tinsley Entrepreneurship is a challenging but rewarding journey that requires hard work, perseverance, and a unique set of skills and qualities. For many aspiring entrepreneurs, looking …
Bryan Nichols – Associate Professor of Music, Penn State What makes talented musicians so good at what they do? There’s plenty of evidence that people can be born that way. …