Grady Tate: The Rhythm Driving Jazz, Soul, and Beyond
The name Grady Tate may not dominate the conversation when jazz fusion is discussed, but his fingerprints are all over the genre’s defining moments. A... Read More
Rhythm & Blues
“Love’s Different Angles” Crossword Puzzle
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“Love’s Different Angles” Crossword Puzzle by Ronald Bunn revolves around the theme of love. Expect words or phrases associated with love, famous quotes, song titles,... Read More
ROY AYERS: WHERE’S HE COMING FROM? | 8/1980
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Introduction to Roy Ayers’ Philosophy “The basic philosophy of most jazz purists is to just play and be creative. However, in the early 1960s, I... Read More
Music: Dionne Warwick: Breaking The Spell |1980-4-2
A host of well-wishers are gathered backstage at Dick Clark’s Westchester Theatre in Tarrytown, N.Y., waiting feverishly for the entrance of Dionne Warwick. We had... Read More
Brothers Johnson: Funk And Faith | 7/1980
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For the past four years, the Brothers Johnson, otherwise known as thunder-thumbs’ and lightning licks have been literally taking the country by storm with their... Read More
Cissy Houston crossed the bridge over troubled water
Emily “Cissy” Houston, the legendary gospel and soul singer, crossed the bridge over troubled water at the age of 91 on October 7, 2024, surrounded... Read More
Celebrating “Le Freak” Nile Rodgers: A Music Maestro’s Birthday
Today, we celebrate the birthday of Nile Gregory Rodgers Jr., an extraordinary American guitarist, singer-songwriter, record producer, and arranger born on September 19, 1952. With... Read More
Celebrating Freda Payne: A Timeless Talent’s Birthday
Today, we celebrate the birthday of Freda Payne, an iconic American singer and actress born on September 19, 1942. Freda Payne‘s illustrious career spanning from... Read More