Jack Leroy Wilson Jr. , aka Jackie Wilson, “King of R&B,” was a prominent American singer who rose to fame in the 1950s and 1960s. He... Read More
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Prince Rogers Nelson known simply as Prince, was a musical genius who has left an indelible mark on the world of music. Born in... Read More
Throughout history there have been many talented individuals who have graced the stage and left a lasting impact on the world of music, film and... Read More
Levi Stubbs: The Voice of the Four Tops
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Levi Stubbs, the renowned lead singer of The Four Tops, was born on June 6, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan. He was best known as the... Read More
Oliver Edward Nelson born on June 4, 1932 was prolific American jazz musician and composer who made significant contributions to the world of music during... Read More
On February 7 2020, the WDR Big Band paid tribute to legendary Curtis Mayfield with special concert featuring the soulful voices of Ledisi and Bilal.... Read More
Happy Birthday “Move On Up” Curtis Mayfield
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Curtis Mayfield born on June 3, 1942 in Chicago Illinois, was a prominent figure in the music industry during the 1960s and 1970s. Mayfield was... Read More
Shirley Verrett wasn’t just an opera singer – she was a force of nature, captivating audiences with a voice that soared across the world’s greatest... Read More

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