Anita Wilson and Rick Robinson Talk New Album ‘Vintage Worship’
Ms. Anita Wilson is releasing her uplifting sophomore LP, Vintage Worship, on Jun. 24. The inspirational album on the Motown Gospel imprint was primarily written and produced by...
Dr. Dre: 'The Chronic' 20 Years Later
By the early 1990s, hip hop was on a roll with heavy MTV rotation, modest Billboard chart success, prime time sitcoms, product placement ads...
2014 Oscars: The Burton Wire Wants to Know Your Picks!
The 2014 broadcast of the 86th Academy Awards is happening tonight on ABC with host Ellen DeGeneres. Broadcasting live at 5:30 p.m. PST (8:30...
Prince Paul: Hip-Hop Legend’s Star is Still Rising
Prince Paul is about two years shy of celebrating the 30th anniversary of his dynamic music career. As somebody that has motivated millions of...
Lalah Hathaway on Sisterhood, Donny and the Future of Soul Music
Lalah Hathaway is blessed to have both strong musical genes and a one-of-a-kind loyal following. The sultry tenor and eldest daughter of late Grammy...
The Spinners' Original Lead Singer Dies
MSN is reporting that the former lead singer of the soul music group "The Spinners" has died in Orlando, Fla. Bobbie Smith, the group's...
EXCLUSIVE: Sergio Mendes Talks 'A Night in Rio', Duke Ellington and will.i.am
After five decades, the legendary Sergio Mendes happily remains on the cutting edge of music. The proud Brazilian attributes his sound – a bold,...
Somalia's First Formal Musical Event in 25 Years
Phil Moore of Al Jazeera is reporting that Somalia held its first formal musical performances in more than 25 years last week. The festival, held...
Colombia: Shakira’s Virtual Baby Shower Rocks
by Nsenga K. Burton
Rolling Stone is reporting that celebrated singer Shakira is hosting a virtual baby shower with soccer star boyfriend Gerard Piqué. The...
Major Myjah: 17-Year-Old Makes Music That Matters
Singer, songwriter and guitarist Major Myjah considers himself a chameleon. The latest addition to the Warner Bros. Records roster wears crinkly upright hair and...
