The veteran musician opens up about writing for the greats, learning about style from his mom, and how it all comes together in his new album.

Concord Originals, the film and television division of Concord, has acquired RKO, the film studio behind such classic titles ...

Rick Hall wasn’t going to let it happen again. In 1969, FAME Studios’ house rhythm section, later known as the Swampers, defected to start their own studio, Muscle Shoals Sound. Hall was ticked off ...

Interview with Livingston Taylor, who plays solo sets at Eddie's Attic on June 6-7. His new album, “Symphonic Steps,” pairs him with the BBC Concert Orchestra.

Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial has featured an A-list roster of name drops, from former President Barack Obama to actor Brad Pitt.

Explore how 9 influential Black musicians including Louis Armstrong, Michael Jackson, and Prince changed music history through innovation and cultural impact.

J ames Lowe, the lead singer in psych-rock band the Electric Prunes, has died. In a statement shared on Facebook, Lowe’s ...

In this 25th edition of Eclectic Discoveries, get an eye and ear full of some sonic gems, from modern electric blues, to post-punk, to jazz-funk, and more.

Iconic record stores around the globe, which are still thriving, deserve homage. We take a quick look at ten of the coolest.

Here is a look at the life of Grammy Award-winner Chris Brown, who pleaded guilty to assaulting then-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009. Personal Birth date: May 5, 1989 Birth place: Tappahannock, Virginia ...

A jury on Friday found James Brown ... from the part of Elquhir’s car Brown touched during the shooting matched Brown’s palm print. Brown has a criminal record, Newsday previously reported.

James Brown was in Nashville recording vocals for his disco’d up 45, It’s Too Funky In Here, when he received a unique proposal. It was country music legend Porter Wagoner, inviting him to appear at ...