For the enslaved Africans, music – rhythm in particular – became a tool of communication about their conditions. Later, it laid the foundation for spirituals and gospel songs.

“Some people may see the colors that I wear, all the clothes that I wear, and feel like I am not worthy to sing a gospel song," she tells PEOPLE Dancehall star Spice is working on something unexpected ...

UPPER MARLBORO, Maryland (RNS) — Thousands of fans of gospel music giant Richard Smallwood bid him farewell in a music-filled funeral on Saturday (Jan. 24), as family and friends of the composer ...

There’s a well-known saying that the most segregated hour in the U.S. is 11 a.m. on Sunday. That aphorism reflects the longstanding reality that 86% of churches lacked meaningful racial diversity as ...

Fast-rising gospel singer Mwanga Music released Nakutegemea Bwana, a heartfelt song of total trust in God, blending African rhythms with deep worship.

Latin America’s largest country is looking increasingly evangelical — a shift in faith that’s reshaping culture and power.

Religion has long provided a stimulus for jazz. Figures as august as Duke Ellington and John Coltrane drew profound inspiration from their faith, though their reception varied. Ellington's religious ...

Back in September 2023, Bruce Springsteen announced that he would have to shelve his planned tour until March 2024 so he could recover from peptic ulcer disease. The temporary retreat shouldn’t be ...

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus famously proclaimed, "No one can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other." As the country continues to ...

The lyrics criticize President Trump and include references to Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were fatally shot by federal agents this month. By Michaela Towfighi Bruce Springsteen released a new ...

Bruce Springsteen is dedicating his new song to the people of Minneapolis, criticizing President Donald Trump's ongoing immigration enforcement operations in the city. The lyrics of "Streets of ...

Music hits the big screen... When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the highly anticipated Michael will focus ...