NPR’s Tiny Desk Honors BET Legacy During Black Music Month

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During Black Music Month, NPR’s Tiny Desk is showing love to BET's legacy. Starting June 2, NPR will have 10 artists showcasing their hits over the years on the series' platform.

BET icons Donnie Simpson, Big Tigger, and Bow Wow joined NPR to announce the line-up across social media. All concerts will be published on NPR.org and NPR Music’s YouTube channel.

"Back in the music video age of the 1980s, when other networks refused to feature Black artists, Black Entertainment Television was born, quickly becoming a standard bearer for American culture," said Bobby Carter, host and series producer for NPR's Tiny Desk. "Tiny Desk, like many other platforms, stands on the shoulders of BET programs such as Video Soul, Rap City, and 106 & Park. To celebrate Black Music Month 2026 and the undeniable legacy of BET, Tiny Desk brings you 10 shows that reflect the essence of Black music."

Throughout the month of June, people can look forward to a series of special Tiny Desk performances alongside behind-the-scenes and additional content across social media.