On this day 125 years ago the Black National Anthem was first performed, written by James Weldon Johnson and with music ...

Some right-wingers charged that the performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" ahead of the Super Bowl promoted "segregation.

The performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" by Ledisi and a chorus of New Orleans students stirred audiences. It also ...

Though it's been performed for years, conservatives got worked into lather Sunday over Ledisi's performance of 'Lift Every ...

Before 'The Star Spangled Banner' was the national anthem, 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' was the Black national anthem. This ...

Photo courtesy of Roland JackThis year's Super Bowl featured R&B singer Ledisi performing the Black National Anthem, "Lift ...

Celebrate Black History Month by recognizing Black leaders, activists, and celebrities like Kamala Harris, Kendrick Lamar, and Zendaya who are shaping the future with their vision and impact. These ...

Aberdare National Park, nestled in the Aberdare Mountain Range, is a stunning escape into nature. Known for its dramatic waterfalls cascading from misty peaks into lush ravines, this park offers a ...

WASHINGTON — Grammy-winning musician Ledisi performed "Lift Every Voice and Sing" at the 2025 Super Bowl, delivering a powerful rendition of the song often referred to as the Black national anthem.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Opera tenor Christopher Macchio will sing the national anthem at the President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration before a much smaller crowd than he was expecting ...

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President Donald Trump has chosen operatic tenor Christopher Macchio to sing the national anthem at his inauguration ceremony. This is a less well-known name than some of the artists who have ...