NPR’s ‘Tiny Desk’ Celebrates Black Music Month with All-Female Lineup

Chaka Khan poses at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on February 24, 2019 in Beverly Hills, CA.

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By: Joshua Martin

NPR’s ‘Tiny Desk’ will feature an all-female lineup in celebration of Black Music Month this June. The lineup will feature Chaka Khan, SWV, Tierra Whack, Tems, Kierra Sheard, Lakecia Benjamin, Meshell Ndegeocello, Brittney Spencer and Flo Milli.

Producer and host of the successful concert series, Bobby Carter, shared his thoughts on the importance of spotlighting these legendary female acts. 

“As the first week started to roll out last year with Charlie Wilson and Babyface, it occurred to me that we were leading with all men. And to be honest, most of the bands that I aimed for, and most of the bands and the artists that I am most excited about from the legacy side, are women. So this time last year, I knew that we wanted to bring an all-female-led lineup this year.”

— Bobby Carter, Tiny Desk Host & Producer

NPR’s Tiny Desk concerts celebrating Black Music Month are slated to release from June 3 - June 30 and will share the theme: “Giving women their flowers.” After each concert, musicians will receive their favorite flowers in honor of their impact and legacy. Also, NPR Music will produce short-form interviews for Instagram. With a few of the artists speaking about their musical journey and life experiences.

“I hope people realize just how much Black women have contributed and have continued to contribute to music at large, they don’t get enough credit. Like I said, Chaka Khan will never get enough credit. SWV will never get enough credit. So it’s a reminder like we do every year. When you looked at Juvenile last year you were reminded just how impactful his music is. Same with Usher a year before last. This month is a reminder for those who may have forgotten just how great these women are.”

— Bobby Carter, Tiny Desk Host & Producer

Check out the NPR Youtube channel, where you can find past performances of Trina, Big Sean, Scarface, Usher and more.

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