Music
Tae Wilson and Reggie Street host a listening party for their upcoming collaborative project, ‘Proud Of Us Now?’
The listening event doubled as a music video shoot for “I’m Da Type,” a single for the upcoming project.
The Crate Gatsby Instagram profile is a crash course on Baltimore’s musical legacy
Chase Mortenson’s record collecting project, Crate Gatsby, is a constant log of Baltimore area soul music of the past.
The best Baltimore rap songs from every year this century
Baltimore rap exploded in a dozen different directions in the 21st century: Here are the top 22 that show where the genre has been — and where it’s going.
A Baltimore village helped get this singer to the Metropolitan Opera
When a Daniel Rich moves into his purpose, it is a triumph for the village.
Shwaze Collins cooks up in the recording studio and in the Brunch Gods’ kitchen
Shwaze Collins has bounced around several careers to support his rap profession, but he has since found a job that he loves just as much.
Yg Teck’s ‘Day Ones’ concert was an intimate display of his storytelling talents
The Park Heights rapper and entrepreneur gave a show for his most loyal supporters backed by local band The Natives.
Review: Shordie Shordie’s ‘More Than Music, Pt. 2′
The Northeast Baltimore rap star's newest project gives glimpses of his obvious musical gifts, but a lack of experimentation is holding him back from getting to the next level.
Kurt L. Schmoke on the new BSO director, the power of history and the cello
Jonathon Heyward is proof that we should encourage the study of humanities.
‘Times they are a-changin’’: Baltimore-area radio icon Weasel finds himself off-air
For a decade, the legendary DJ guided Baltimore through the history of music. His cult following grew alarmed when his radio show didn’t air on WTMD.
New BSO conductor makes history as first non-white person to lead orchestra
Jonathon Heyward said he knows the significance of making the BSO more accessible, which has been a consistent critique.
Infinity Knives and Brian Ennals tested the strength of their friendship to make an art rap masterpiece
The duo’s new album, ‘King Cobra,’ manages to sound unique and futuristic despite gleefully mining the past.
The National Aquarium isn’t just for kids. Adults-only, evening series debuts with Baltimore beatboxer Shodekeh.
The musician is collaborating with the aquarium on a program that's being described as a blend of biology lecture, animal sounds, vocalizations and pulsating images.
Baltimore rapper Miss Kam juggles music with her other passion — ophthalmology
Miss Kam is a key figure in Baltimore’s music scene, but she also is an ophthalmic technician who is on her way to become a full-time ophthalmologist.
Bands prepare to hit the road for the return of Baltimore Carnival
After two years of cancellation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Caribbean carnival is set to return to Baltimore at Lake Clifton Park. The two-day festival will include a parade, live music, food and much more family-friendly entertainment.
How one Maryland ad man’s life’s work became a time capsule of regional advertising
Ourisman Dodge, Jerry’s Subs & Pizza, Jiffy Lube, Len the Plumber are among the brands made recognizable by Art Ehrens' jingles.
Photos: Reliving the revelry of Baltimore-area Fourth of July celebrations
Live fireworks celebrations returned to many communities for the first time since the pandemic.
The best local rap and R&B of the first half of 2022
Halfway through the year, here are some of our favorite tunes from the Baltimore and the greater DMV regions.
Drake takes Baltimore club music big time. Is Beyoncé next?
The recent nod by Drake could potentially breathe new life and attract widespread interest into a scene that’s been constantly pushing for the past 30 years.