Celebrating Black Music Month: Independent Artists You Don’t Want To Miss

This month is officially Black Music Month! We’re celebrating by showing off some incredible Black artists who you definitely don’t want to miss this year. Start your day off right by turning up the volume on these badass artists… 🔊♥️

Celebrating Black Music Month: Independent Artists You Don’t Want To Miss

Dave B.

“Dave B is a multi-talented artist who raps, sings, writes and produces. The Seattle musician organically blends elements of hip-hop, R&B, jazz and funk alongside conscious-driven lyrics, soulful melodies and sweet-sounding production. His versatility can be attributed to vast musical inspirations: gospel icons Fred Hammond, Kirk Franklin; hip-hop luminaries Andre 3000, Missy Elliott, and Kanye West; R&B songstresses Aaliyah and Erykah Badu; jazz legend Thelonious Monk; and rock god Jimi Hendrix…” (bio source) // Discover more on Spotify…

Denyah

“Pastel R&B. Denyah grew up moving around California. She is a singer songwriter (and occasional producer). 
 Her music career started with releasing music at age 17 with the song “Easy Baby” gaining mega unexpected attention. 
 Denyah makes groovy, soulful indie music. love and peace..” // Discover more on Spotify…

Ebuka Songs

Ebuka Emmanuel Hillary (born 10 May 1992) known professionally as Ebuka Songs is a Nigerian gospel artist and songwriter who came to recognition with a hit single ,“I will pray”. He was signed under the record label Spotlite Nation by Moses Bliss in 2023, and grew up in Obinze in Imo State, Nigeria. Known for his powerful vocals and deeply spiritual lyrics, Ebuka Songs is one to watch in the Gospel music space. // Discover more on Spotify…

JonoJono

“JonoJono is a curious hybrid honing the smooth rides and synth sounds of RnB with a sheer use of electric distortion from Grunge / Metal in his music. This Florida born, Houston, TX raised singer/guitarist/producer has equally strong musical influences from the likes of Kurt Cobain (Nirvana), Erykah Badu, James Hetfield (Metallica), & Frank Ocean (along with his uprising counterparts in the early LA group “Odd Future”), which makes his definition of Indie music own no limitations. In his words, he believes that “music shouldn’t have a name or a label as long as it’s authentic…It should be a gift of freedom to share stories in any way you want no matter the expectation of others” and this rebellious attitude truly reveals itself on stage making his gritty and catchy riffs resonate in multiple sensations for those who listen…” // Discover more on Spotify…

Lakecia Benjamin

“Lakecia Benjamin is a New York-based saxophonist, arranger, and composer. She offers a unique, varied meld of R&B, jazz, and funk. Her warm, resonant tone lends itself naturally to any music she chooses to play. She honed her chops with Clark Terry and Terri Lyne Carrington. Retox, her 2012 leader debut, offered originals and soul and funk covers. 2014’s Rise Up, on Ropeadope, contained Prince-inspired jazz-funk jams. In 2020, she released Pursuance: The Coltranes. The widely acclaimed set contained six tunes each by Alice and John Coltrane, played by a large ensemble. In 2023, she issued Phoenix with a star-studded cast, which earned her three Grammy nominations.” // Discover more on Spotify…

Meyhem Lauren

“Meyhem Lauren was born and raised in Queens, New York. He has held his position as one of the most reliable brands in the industry through quality, consistency, and flavor. Lauren takes pride in expressing himself artistically from a raw and unfiltered perspective that you can feel. He has done full musical projects with legendary producers such as DJ Muggs, Harry Fraud, Buckwild, Madlib, and Daringer. In addition to his music, Meyhem has also gained notoriety as a charismatic cast member on the television show “Fuck That’s Delicious” alongside long time friends and frequent collaborators Action Bronson, Big Body Bes, and the Alchemist…” // Discover more on Spotify…

Rose May Alaba

“Musician, dancer and fashionista Rose May Alaba was born and raised in Vienna, Austria. She writes her own songs, plays the piano as well as the guitar and puts on quite a show with her background dancers. Rose May‘s strength is her versatile and unique voice. She started doing pop, which got her to the top of the Austrian iTunes Charts, where she landed on #1 with her single, “Love Me Right“. Performing her original song, “Can You Feel It“ at the Special Olympics 2017 has been one of her most emotional experiences…” // Discover more on Spotify…

Takara

“Takara is an Australian-born, Chicago-built, LA-based singer who possesses not only a powerful voice, but the ability to put her innermost thoughts and feelings into written word. It’s crazy to think she hasn’t been doing this her entire life, because the talent comes so naturally. She’s able to take painful situations and turn them into something beautiful – it’s not about the heartbreak, it’s about the idea you were ever able to love. To feel. The emptiness of loss is replaced with the reminder that to experience love at all is a gift. Pair this with beautiful pipes, and you’ve got the makings of a pop star.” // Discover more on Spotify…

THEBROSFRESH

“Hailing from Geismar, LA, a little town nestled between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, THEBROSFRESH provide renewed insight and impact through the creative outlets and spaces that they occupy. Showcasing sounds that pay homage to their R&B/soul, southern hip-hop, and rock upbringing, THEBROSFRESH are establishing a new perspective to what’s “southern”. Hard-hitting percussion and aural aggression meet a smooth sensibility and aesthetic in a way that has never been experienced.” // Discover more on Spotify…