

The summer of 2020 was marked by an unprecedented awareness for—and anger about—the continued injustices Black people and people of color in America and worldwide face. The ensuing protests, activations, and social media fury inspired musicians around the world to speak out about their own experiences, with some going on to record music that speaks directly to the moment. Hosted by Apple Music’s Ebro Darden, The Message is a series that aims to further the dialogue about the unrest and inequalities in the United States and abroad via intimate conversations with some of the most prominent voices in Black culture today, who also create exclusive playlists of the songs inspiring them to keep pushing forward. Scroll down for videos, playlists, albums, and more—and continue to watch this space, as we'll be adding new guests and new content here all the time.