9/11/23Maxwell, Jodeci Among Artists Bringing Summer to a Close With Showstopping Concerts in Los AngelesJodeci, SWV and Dru Hill brought their Summer Block Party Tour to YouTube Theater on Thursday, while Maxwell took…ByJay ConnorPublishedSeptember 11, 2023
8/10/23Much Like Biz Markie, Showtime’s All Up in the Biz Is Larger Than LifeThe Sacha Jenkins-directed documentary proves once and for all that nobody beats the Biz.ByJay ConnorPublishedAugust 10, 2023
8/4/23‘I Haven’t Been This Excited in My Entire Career’: Michael Smith Finds Redemption With Launch of Inflection NetworkThe critically acclaimed journalist and mass media juggernaut iHeartMedia are ready to change the podcast game.ByJay ConnorPublishedAugust 4, 2023
7/28/23Now playing Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Director Reveals Inspiration Behind Tobe Nwigwe's CharacterDirector Steven Caple Jr. reveals the moving story behind the character "Reek."PublishedJuly 28, 2023
7/25/23More Than Music: The Questions Hip-Hop Trivia Is the Movement Hip-Hop Needs Now More Than EverWith co-signs from Questlove, Bun B, and countless other rap luminaries, The Questions Hip-Hop Trivia has blossomed…ByJay ConnorPublishedJuly 25, 2023
7/14/23Take Your Summer to the Next Level With Our Summer EssentialsWith June gloom out the way, it's finally time to enjoy your summer—with a little help from The Root.ByJay Connor and Angela JohnsonUpdatedAugust 9, 2023
6/26/23BET Awards 2023: Here's Why the Culture's Biggest Night Did Not DisappointSunday night was the gift that kept on giving—and giving.ByJay ConnorPublishedJune 26, 2023
6/17/23Summer Wardrobe Staples Men Need NowGuys, if you're looking to build a stylish summer wardrobe, we've got the pieces you needByAngela Johnson and Jay ConnorPublishedJune 17, 2023
6/14/23Last Minute Father's Day Gifts for the Black Dads We LoveBecause the dad in your life deserves more than socks.ByJay Connor and Angela JohnsonPublishedJune 14, 2023
6/12/23Janet Jackson, Ludacris Come 'Together Again' for Hollywood Bowl Opening NightWith a little help from special guest Ludacris, Ms. Jackson (if you're nasty) brought her Together Again Tour to Los…ByJay ConnorPublishedJune 12, 2023
6/8/23Juneteenth 2023: Here Are the Concerts, Events You Need to Add to Your CalendarPresident Joe Biden will host a White House Juneteenth concert featuring Jennifer Hudson and Method Man.ByStephanie Holland and Jay ConnorUpdatedJune 13, 2023
6/5/23Amber Mark Makes Expanding the Boundaries of Black Music 'Worth It'For Black Music Month, the genre-bending songstress spoke to The Root to discuss her ever-expanding sound and her…ByJay ConnorPublishedJune 5, 2023
5/26/23Raz B Escapes From Hospital Window in Alarming VideoThe troubled artist is no stranger to making headlines. And unfortunately, his latest incident might be his most…ByJay ConnorPublishedMay 26, 2023
5/8/23The Root's Ultimate Mother's Day Gift Guide 2023From sweet-smelling candles to top-shelf tequila, this guide is full of goodies that are sure to make Mom's dayByAngela Johnson and Jay ConnorPublishedMay 8, 2023
5/2/23‘I Don’t Like To Be Comfortable’: After Conquering Music, Anderson .Paak Has NxWorriesThe Oxnard singer discussed his feature directorial debut, K-POPS!, his partnership with Don Julio, and the…ByJay ConnorPublishedMay 2, 2023
4/19/23Coachella Is Much More Than MusicThe musical performances and surprise guests are cool and all, but that's just scratching the surface of what the…ByJay ConnorPublishedApril 19, 2023
4/17/23Not Like This, FrankFrank Ocean's Coachella set on Sunday night was a complete shitshow that unfortunately, I was there to witness…ByJay ConnorPublishedApril 17, 2023
3/24/23Victoria Monét, Lucky Daye Light One Up With Infectious 'Smoke'Co-signed by RCA Records, the burgeoning superstar delivers the song of the summer.ByJay ConnorPublishedMarch 24, 2023
3/20/23Kenan Thompson, Kel Mitchell Reunite at 90s Con, Dish on Good Burger 2The long-awaited sequel will arrive on Paramount Plus later this year.ByJay ConnorPublishedMarch 20, 2023
3/20/23Viola Davis Is Just As Shocked as the Rest of Us That Michael Jordan Picked Her To Play His Mom in AirThe Woman King star is in high demand—even by all-time basketball greats.ByJay ConnorPublishedMarch 20, 2023