In this interesting encyclopedia article, you can read about the beginning of the Fisk Jubilee Singers, a gospel group which performed spirituals all over the country and the world.

Biographical profiles of famous singers in major musical genres. Includes photo and links to snippets of their songs.

Some great photos and a look at The Fisk Jubilee Singers' 1885 travel logbook from their European trip.

This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Sammy Davis, Jr., an American singer, dancer, and entertainer.

Actor and singer Paul Robeson and playwright August Wilson are two African Americans featured in this discussion. Throughout their careers, they fought for justice for African Americans. This page has readings of their works and expert...

Information on the life and discography of blues singer/songwriter, Virginia Liston.

This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica's Guide to Black History features the Soul Stirrers, an American gospel group who were one of the first male quintets and one of the most enduring male groups. Several singers emerged from the...

An image of "Music Hall Singer", created by Edgar Degas from 1878-79 (Black chalk with white highlights on gray paper, 475 x 310 mm).

This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Janet Jackson, an American singer and actress whose increasingly mature version of dance-pop music made her one of the most popular recording artists of the 1980s and '90s.

This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Tommy Johnson, an African-American singer-guitarist, one of the most evocative and influential of blues artists.

More than a country legend, the late Johnny Cash is a household name. Take a look into his long musical career that spanned nearly five decades.

Provides the life story of African American country music superstar, Charley Pride, a 2000 inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Click on the arrows to listen to him singing three songs.

Read an account of the life and professional career of Oscar winner, Isaac Hayes, who won for his "Theme from Shaft". He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.

This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Dinah Washington, a black American blues singer noted for her excellent voice control and unique gospel-influenced delivery.

Biographical information about Koko Taylor. Links to pages with information about each of her albums.