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 ...

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

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 ...

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.

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 ...

In a remarkable era for gospel music, female artists in South Africa are leaving an indelible mark that echoes far beyond the church walls. Their powerful ballads and uplifting worship anthems are not ...

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 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 ...

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 ...