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Iconic moments in music history.

The Universal Current: Zipho Memela on Music’s Role in Shaping Social Connections. Content Warning.
Zipho Memela, the South African creative polymath who transitioned from a child hip-hop prodigy to a "million-dollar tycoon" and now a classical innovator, has always understood that music is far more than just sound and rhythm; it is the fundamental architecture of human connection. His career, spanning diverse genres and global stages, consistently illustrates music's unique power to bridge divides, foster empathy, and build communities from the ground up.
By Kin Mancook3 months ago in Beat
Religious and Sufi Music of Afghanistan: Structures, Functions, and Cultural Contexts
Religious and Sufi Music of Afghanistan: Structures, Functions, and Cultural Contexts Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
The Black Promoters Collective Is Protecting Black Music With ‘The Queens’ Tour by NWO Sparrow
The Business of Legacy: How BPC Is Rewriting the Future of Live Black Entertainment LaBelle Delivering powerhouse notes that leave the audience in awe
By NWO SPARROW3 months ago in Beat
Percussion and Wind Instruments in Afghan Music: A Historical and Cultural Study
Percussion and Wind Instruments in Afghan Music: A Historical and Cultural Study Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
The Evolution of Music at the Dawn of Islamic Civilization: A Study of the Umayyad Period
The Evolution of Music at the Dawn of Islamic Civilization: A Study of the Umayyad Period Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
Music in the Abbasid Era: The Foundation of Islamic Music Traditions
Music in the Abbasid Era: The Foundation of Islamic Music Traditions Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
The Status of Music in Early Islamic Society: The Era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs
The Status of Music in Early Islamic Society: The Era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music,
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
Who Should Win Best Rap Album at the 2026 Grammys? Here’s My Take by NWO Sparrow
Breaking Down the 2026 Best Rap Album Grammy Nominations: My Honest Reaction From GloRilla to The Clipse, this lineup proves hip-hop’s diversity is finally being recognized
By NWO SPARROW3 months ago in Beat
Grammy Nominations 2026: A Celebration of Music, Diversity, and Creative Evolution
Every year, the Grammy Awards capture the world’s attention as music’s biggest night. The Grammy nominations 2026 continue that legacy, showcasing both iconic superstars and rising voices who have redefined creativity across genres.
By KAMRAN AHMAD3 months ago in Beat
Women and Music in Afghanistan: A Two-Decade Narrative from 2001 to 2021
Women and Music in Afghanistan: A Two-Decade Narrative from 2001 to 2021 Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
A Small Instrument, a Great Message: The Daf and the Continuity of Art in the Era of Music Prohibition
A Small Instrument, a Great Message: The Daf and the Continuity of Art in the Era of Music Prohibition Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
34 Years Later Slick Rick’s ‘Children’s Story’ Finally Goes Platinum by NWO Sparrow . AI-Generated.
Slick Rick’s massive hit song “Children’s Story” is now officially 1 Million Sold Slick Rick’s “Children’s Story” Hits A Big Moment
By NWO SPARROW3 months ago in Beat