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1. Fear of a Black Hat (1993)
R | 88 min | Comedy, Music
A mockumentary chronicling the rise and fall of NWH, a not particularly talented--or particularly bright but always controversial--hip-hop group.
Director: Rusty Cundieff | Stars: Larry B. Scott, Mark Christopher Lawrence, Rusty Cundieff, Kasi Lemmons
Votes: 4,589 | Gross: $0.24M
2. The Black Godfather (2019)
TV-MA | 118 min | Documentary, Biography
Follows the life of Clarence Avant, the ultimate, uncensored mentor and behind-the-scenes rainmaker in music, film, TV and politics.
Director: Reginald Hudlin | Stars: Clarence Avant, Hank Aaron, Gwen Adolph, Dina R. Andrews
Votes: 1,538
3. Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap (2012)
R | 106 min | Documentary, Music
A documentary on rap music and its rise to global prominence.
Directors: Ice-T, Andy Baybutt | Stars: Ice-T, Dr. Dre, Chuck D, Snoop Dogg
Votes: 3,620 | Gross: $0.29M
4. Soul Deep: The Story of Black Popular Music (2005– )
360 min | Documentary, Music
Soul music has conquered the world in the last 50 years - growing from the raw, electric rhythms of the black underclass, it is now a billion dollar industry with R&B and hip-hop dominating... See full summary »
Stars: Colin Salmon, James Brown, Etta James, Jerry Butler
Votes: 114
5. Everything - The Real Thing Story (2019)
94 min | Documentary, Music
Dubbed 'the black Beatles' by the British tabloids, the 'other' four lads from Liverpool recount their incredible story from the tough streets of Toxteth to the bright lights of New York.
Director: Simon Sheridan | Stars: Jacob Anderson, Eddie Amoo, Chris Amoo, Dave Smith
Votes: 191
6. BET Awards 2015 (2015 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Family
The 15th BET Awards was hosted by Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, and celebrated the achievements of African-Americans in television, films, music and sports. The event was held on ... See full summary »
Directors: Glenn Weiss, Jonte | Stars: Anthony Anderson, Tracee Ellis Ross, 112, 2 Chainz
Votes: 42
7. Prince: A Purple Reign (2011 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 44 min | Documentary, Music
By 2004, Prince had been through a lot. By having a public battle with his record label, changing his name to an unpronouncible symbol and scrolling the word "slave" on his cheek, Prince ... See full summary »
Director: Rhodri Huw | Stars: Trevor Nelson, Alan Leeds, Jon Bream, Jimmy Jam
Votes: 45
8. Cabeça de Nêgo (2020)
86 min | Drama
The universe of a public school in the northeastern state of Ceará is explored in its potential for social revolution.
Director: Déo Cardoso | Stars: Lucas Limeira, Nicoly Mota, José Ilton Rodrigues Neto, Jeff Pereira
Votes: 208
9. BET Awards 2017 (2017 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Family, Music
The 17th BET Awards was hosted by Leslie Jones and celebrated the achievements of African-Americans in television, films, music and sports. The event was held on June 25, 2017 at the ... See full summary »
Director: Glenn Weiss | Stars: Leslie Jones, Tatiana Chipondaminga, Makeda Cyrus, Jamie Foxx
Votes: 24
10. BET Awards 2014 (2014 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Music
The 14th BET Awards was hosted by Chris Rock and celebrated the achievements of African-Americans in television, films, music and sports. The event was held on June 29, 2014 at the Nokia ... See full summary »
Directors: Glenn Weiss, Jonte | Stars: Chris Rock, Ty Dolla $ign, Yolanda Adams, Jhené Aiko
Votes: 43
11. BET Awards 2013 (2013 TV Special)
TV-G | 242 min | Music
The 13th BET Awards was hosted by Chris Tucker and celebrated the achievements of African-Americans in television, films, music and sports. The event was held on June 30, 2013 at the Nokia ... See full summary »
Director: Jonte | Stars: Chris Tucker, 2 Chainz, Laila Ali, Tatyana Ali
Votes: 39
12. BET Awards 2009 (2009 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Family
The 9th BET Awards was hosted by Jamie Foxx and celebrated the achievements of African-Americans in television, films, music and sports. The event was held on June 28, 2009 at the Shrine ... See full summary »
Director: Glenn Weiss | Stars: Jamie Foxx, Anthony Anderson, Tyra Banks, Travis Barker
Votes: 54
13. Flava (1996– )
30 min | Short, Music
It was one of Channel four's most distinctive and evolving brands. Flava was the first black music series to showcase the best in urban music from rap to hip hop, from soul to garage and ... See full summary »
Stars: Kele Le Roc, Beverley Knight, Michelle Gayle, Hinda Hicks
Votes: 19
14. Taking the Stage: African American Music and Stories That Changed America (2017 TV Special)
TV-PG | 120 min | Music
Dignitaries, actors, athletes and recording artists come together to celebrate African-American contributions around the world, and to commemorate the opening of Smithsonian's new National ... See full summary »
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Christina Aguilera, Angela Bassett, Mary J. Blige, Dave Chappelle
Votes: 39
15. The Jacksons in Concert (1975 TV Special)
45 min | Documentary, Music
The lively and energetic JACKSONS performing in Concert with non-stop music and polished dance routines - featuring some of their biggest hits.
Stars: The Jacksons, Michael Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson
16. I Love a Bandleader (1945)
Passed | 70 min | Adventure, Comedy, Music
As house painters Newton H. Newton and Phil Burton remodel the Club Monterey on Broadway, owner Gibley auditions acts for his club's reopening. Theatrical agent B. Templeton Jones brings ... See full synopsis »
Director: Del Lord | Stars: Phil Harris, Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson, Leslie Brooks, Walter Catlett
Votes: 44
17. BET Awards 2011 (2011 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Music
The 11th BET Awards was hosted by Kevin Hart and celebrated the achievements of African-Americans in television, films, music and sports. The event was held on June 26, 2011 at the Shrine ... See full summary »
Director: Glenn Weiss | Stars: Mary J. Blige, Chris Brown, Beyoncé, Laz Alonso
Votes: 69
18. BET Awards 2018 (2018 TV Special)
TV-14 | 180 min | Music
Jamie Foxx returns to host BET's 18th annual event honoring top entertainers.
Director: Glenn Weiss | Stars: Jamie Foxx, Payton Ali, Anthony Anderson, Aviel Ayoung
Votes: 29
19. Rhythm in a Riff (1947)
45 min | Musical
Billy Martin, whose band is rebelling against him for lack of paying gigs, scores an important audition with Joe Corwin, who is opening a new club and needs a premier act.
Director: Leonard Anderson | Stars: Billy Eckstine, Emmett 'Babe' Wallace, Sarah Harris, Garfield Love
20. 2014 Soul Train Awards (2014 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Music
A music awards ceremony hosted by Wendy Williams and honored achievements made during 2013 by musicians of color. The event was held in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Director: Tony McCuin | Stars: Wendy Williams, Laila Ali, B.o.B., Durrell 'Tank' Babbs
Votes: 14
21. Black Empire (2022 Video)
22 min | Documentary, Short, Music
It's easy to feel alone in the Australian music industry, but for First Nations musicians, the isolation can be overwhelming. Rapper and Larrakia man Jimblah knows all too well that despite... See full summary »
Directors: Pearl Berry, Johanis Lyons-Reid | Star: Jimblah
22. Gregory Porter: Live from Cheltenham (2023)
83 min | Music
Celebrated jazz vocalist Gregory Porter performs to a sell-out crowd at the 2023 Cheltenham Jazz Festival, and is joined by special guests Van Morrison and Lizz Wright.
Director: Sian Parry | Stars: Gregory Porter, Van Morrison, Lizz Wright, Giacomo Smith
23. 2015 Soul Train Awards (2015 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Music
A music awards ceremony hosted by Erykah Badu that honored achievements made during 2014 by musicians of color. The event was held on November 29, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Stars: Erykah Badu, Marcia Adams, After 7, Flex Alexander
Votes: 15
24. The Score... Bootleg Versions (1996 Video)
66 min | Music
Director: Marc Smerling | Stars: Fugees, Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers
26. Tina Turner at the Apollo (1979 Video)
60 min | Music
Director: Steve Turner | Star: Tina Turner
27. BET Awards 2012 (2012 TV Special)
TV-G | 210 min | Family
Frankie Beverly and Maze are presented the 2012 Cadillac Lifetime Archievement Award.
Director: Glenn Weiss | Stars: Samuel L. Jackson, Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Ye
Votes: 49
28. 2009 Soul Train Awards (2009 TV Special)
TV-G | 120 min | Music
A music awards ceremony hosted by Terrence Howard and Taraji P. Henson, and honored achievements made during 2008 by musicians of color. The event was held on November 29, 2009 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia.
Director: Manny Rodriguez | Stars: Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Erykah Badu, Fonzworth Bentley
Votes: 24
29. Stax, le label soul légendaire (2018 TV Movie)
53 min | Documentary, Music
Directors: Lionel Baillon, Stéphane Carrel | Stars: Steve Cropper, Isaac Hayes, Otis Redding
Votes: 13
30. The BET Honors 2011 (2011 TV Special)
TV-PG | 120 min | Music
The annual BET Honors ceremony was hosted by Gabrielle Union and honored the contribution of African-American entertainers and dignitaries. The event was held at the Warner Theatre in ... See full summary »
Stars: Gabrielle Union, Yolanda Adams, Marsha Ambrosius, Durrell 'Tank' Babbs
Votes: 8
31. BET Awards 2016 (2016 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Music
The 16th BET Awards was hosted by Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, and celebrated the achievements of African-Americans in television, films, music and sports. The event was held on ... See full summary »
Director: Glenn Weiss | Stars: Anthony Anderson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Beyoncé, Marvin Brown
Votes: 37
32. Soul Train Awards (2016 TV Special)
TV-G | 180 min | Music
A music awards ceremony hosted by Erykah Badu and honored achievements made during 2015 by musicians of color. The event was held on November 6, 2016 Las Vegas, Nevada.
Stars: Erykah Badu, Anderson .Paak, Larry 'Jazz' Anthony, India Arie
Votes: 6
33. The Nation's Favourite Motown Song (2014 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary, Music
Directors: John Piper, Sarah Hunt | Stars: Craig Charles, Shelly Berger, Aloe Blacc, Tony Blackburn
34. Soul Train Awards Post Show (2016 TV Special)
TV-G | 21 min | Short, Music
The Post Show to the 2016 Soul Train Music Awards, hosted by Erica Ash with celebrity guests who analyzed the winners and losers, memorable acceptance speeches, and the celebrity fashion statements and mishaps from the event.
Director: Elon Johnson | Stars: Erica Ash, India Arie, Bell Biv DeVoe, Eric Benét
35. Barry White in Concert with Love Unlimited (1976 Video)
60 min | Music, Romance
Set in Mexico, the dark brown voice of Barry White, a man who sings and talks of love - love is where Barry White goes - and Love Unlimited. These three girls join him in this concert which... See full summary »
Stars: Barry White, Love Unlimited, Glodean James, Linda James
36. 1974 Interview with Barry White and Glodean James (1975 Video)
5 min | Short, Biography, Music
Stars: Barry White, Glodean James
37. Real Love (II) (2020)
8 min | Documentary, Short, Biography
Julie is probably The Real Thing's biggest fan. From her home in Leicestershire she describes her absolute devotion to Britain's best-loved soul band.
Director: Simon Sheridan | Stars: Julie Worthington, Graham Worthington, Eddie Amoo, Chris Amoo
38. Barry White and Love Unlimited (1975 Video)
45 min | Music, Romance
The man with the legendary satin smooth voice, Barry White, came to Frankfurt at the peak of his career in 1975. Accompanied by Love Unlimited (Glodean James (White), Linda James, Diane ... See full summary »
Director: Horst Eppinger | Stars: Barry White, Love Unlimited, Glodean James, Linda James
39. Black Music Legends of the 1980s (2011– )
60 min | Documentary, Music
Series of documentaries looking at the careers of four titans of African-American music: Janet Jackson, Prince, Lionel Richie and Public Enemy.
Star: Trevor Nelson
40. Barry White: Larger Than Life (2005 Video)
78 min | Music, Romance
Stars: Barry White, Love Unlimited, Glodean James, Linda James
41. A Night at the Café (2020)
13 min | Short, Music
Legendary British soul band The Real Thing perform their iconic 'Liverpool 8' song trilogy, live on stage at the world-famous Jazz Cafe, in Camden, London.
Director: Simon Sheridan | Stars: Eddie Amoo, Chris Amoo, Dave Smith
42. 1996 Interview with Barry White and Glodean James (1996 Video)
5 min | Short, Biography, Music
Stars: Barry White, Glodean James
43.
The A-Team (1983–1987)
Episode:
The Heart of Rock N' Roll
(1985)
TV-PG | 47 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Rick James (playing himself) asks the Team to help C.J. Mack, a prison inmate due to be released soon. Mack is in trouble, as he has recording of illegal activity among some of the prisoners, and he may not leave the prison alive.
Director: Tony Mordente | Stars: George Peppard, Dirk Benedict, Dwight Schultz, Mr. T
Votes: 300
44.
NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert (2009– )
Episode:
Ravyn Lenae: Tiny Desk Concert
(2022)
Music
Hearing Ravyn Lenae's voice resonate from behind the Tiny Desk for one of our first concerts back in the building had me entranced.
Director: Kara Frame | Stars: Ravyn Lenae, Marcus Reddick, Danielle Thompson, Harrison Hawkins
45.
NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert (2009– )
Episode:
Denzel Curry: Tiny Desk Concert
(2022)
19 min | Music
The 27-year-old rapper recently stopped by NPR's D.C. headquarters to participate in its Tiny Desk Home Concert series. Curry was joined by fellow vocalist DJ POSHtronaut and his nine-piece Cold-Blooded Soul Band.
Director: Joshua Bryant | Stars: Denzel Curry, DJ POSHtronaut, Marcus Paul, Brandyn Phillips
46.
NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert (2009– )
Episode:
Usher: Tiny Desk Concert
(2022)
24 min | Music
Goliath Usher caps off our month-long celebration of Black music, highlighting a catalog chock-full of hits spanning 25 years. It's been over two years since NPR headquarters was abuzz with chatter of a legend in the building.
Director: Kara Frame | Stars: Usher, Eric Bellinger, Vedo, Dmitry Gorodetsky
47.
American Experience (1987– )
Episode:
The War on Disco
(2023)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Explore the culture war that erupted over the spectacular rise of disco music.
Stars: Rich King, Daphne Brooks, Jefferson Cowie, Adam Green
Votes: 74
48.
NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert (2009– )
Episode:
FKA twigs: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
(2022)
16 min | Music
To see her is to appreciate a rare portrait. To watch her dance and hear her sing is to fall, entranced, into an uncanny haze. Both snake and its charmer, British Jamaican multidisciplinary artist FKA twigs is a new-age priestess.
Director: Aidan Zamiri | Stars: FKA twigs, Kelly Nicole Moran, Damsel Elysium, Lucinda Chua
49.
Glastonbury 2015 (2015– )
Episode:
Day 3: Part 1
(2015)
104 min | Music
Live BBC Two coverage of Day 3, including a special performance from Songhoy Blues, Lionel Richie's set in full, plus Jo Whiley interviews Lionel backstage post-performance.
Director: Tom George | Stars: Lauren Laverne, Mark Radcliffe, Hozier, Songhoy Blues
50.
Later... With Jools Holland (1992– )
Episode:
Hip Hop Soul
(2004)
Music, Talk-Show
Stars: Jools Holland, India Arie, Erykah Badu, Blackstreet