Meet the famous Black musicians whose creative output continues to influence today's young rockers. We've ranked them by the number of records sold to show just how influential they really are. 10.

Famous for his trademark dark sunglasses, skillful piano playing, and resonant voice, Ray Charles (1930-2004) is still considered one of the most influential American artists of all time.

Though they may not be not household names, these Jewish-American artists, all of them the descendants of immigrants, left their mark on modern culture. Learn more about the the ten most ...

King of the Delta Blues Singers: His recording sessions in 1936 and 1937 produced songs that would become blues standards and shape the future of American music.

The 2025 American Music Awards, hosted by Jennifer Lopez, begins at 8 p.m. and airs live from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Here's how to watch.

How one influential Irish musician in America celebrates St. Patrick's Day Joanie Madden founded the Celtic supergroup Cherish The Ladies. She tells us about what she calls "March Madness" for ...

Selena Quintanilla. Selena Quintanilla, the “Queen of Tejano Music,” was a famous Hispanic American superstar with deep Mexican roots. Born in Lake Jackson, Texas, she dazzled audiences with ...

A MARTÍNEZ, HOST: How does one of the most influential Irish musicians in America celebrate today's Irish American holiday? NPR's Neda Ulaby brings us this St. Patrick's Day postcard from the ...