A Legacy of Inspiration — It’s Called Gospel Music!
When most people think of gospel music, the Black church immediately comes to mind — deacons and sisters shouting and animated pastors asking for Amens.... Read More
Ron Scott
Oscar Brown Brought African-American Daily Life into Focus
Through the 20th century and into the 21st century, a string of African-American male singers have graced stages throughout the United States — singing the... Read More
Jump for Joy It’s Billy Strayhorn’s Birthday
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🍾 Billy Strayhorn was born on November 29, 1915 in Dayton, Ohio. He was a composer, pianist, lyricist, and arranger celebrated for his unforgettable collaborations with... Read More
Birthday Greetings Unchained Melodic Heart Etta Jones
🎂Etta Jones, born November 25 in Aiken, South Carolina and raised in Harlem, New York, was a jazz singer. Her understated bluesy soulful sound gave her the ability to... Read More
Birthday Greetings Jimi Are You Experienced Hendrix
🍾James Marshall Hendrix (Aka Jimi Hendrix), born on November 27, 1942 in Seattle, Washington, was an electric guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Although he couldn’t read... Read More
Happy Birthday Tina Something Beautiful Turner
🎂Tina Turner (aka Anna Mae Bullock ), born November 26, 1939 in Brownsville, Tennessee. She is a two-time inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of... Read More
Birthday Greetings Percy Take Time to Know Her Sledge
🍾Percy Tyrone Sledge (aka Percy Sledge), born November 25, 1940 in Leighton, Alabama, was an R&B, soul and gospel singer. He was best known for his... Read More
Happy Birthday Work Song Nat Adderley
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🍾Nathaniel “Nat” Adderley, born November 25, 1931 in Tampa, Florida, was a jazz cornetist and trumpeter. He was the younger brother of Julian “Cannonball” Adderley with whom... Read More