The album’s title track, written again by McDaniels, is one of first instances of the rhythm and blues subgenre known as “quiet storm,” radio-friendly and polished sound. “Be Real Black ...

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Founded and led by the talented Michael Tate, 3D Rhythm of Life has carved out a unique niche in the music scene, fusing Salsa, Afro-Cuban, Rhythm & Blues and ... stage with legends such as ...

A rundown of the best funk bass players of all time, featuring the trailblazers, the early innovators, and the monster ...

Jazz guitar icon George Freeman passed away on April 1 at the age of 97. The celebrated musician had planned to mark his 98th birthday on April 10 with a series of concerts at Chi ...

Before his Grand Ole Opry debut, musician Colt Graves and legendary label boss Timbaland discuss country re-rooting itself in soul music.

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From The Who to The Beatles, we take a look at some of the most iconic British bands of all time - and what they are upto today ...

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His grandfather, "Uncle" Josh Graves, was a resonator guitar innovator who performed with bluegrass legends Lester Flatt ... It's now about R, B & C. Rhythm, blues and country.

He combines tasty jazz innovations with spicy funk grooves, soulful blues licks and passionate Latin rhythms to ... he developed an original style and created a recipe he calls “jazz infused rhythm & ...

Keb' Mo', a 73-year-old Grammy-winning blues musician, is embarking on a tour ... Taj Mahal on his 2019-released Grammy-winning album "Oklahoma" (which chronicles the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre).