Carvin Haggins: Producer Talks Purpose and Rage Against the Rachet
When songwriter and producer Carvin "Ransum" Haggins first collaborated with artist Musiq Soulchild, the singer asked him why he makes music....
‘Take Me To The River’: Memphis’ Music is Central to American Culture
There’s no denying that the regional sounds that emerged out of Memphis between the 1950s and 1970s helped to cement the...
Joe Sample: Legendary Musician Passes Away
Legendary pianist and composer Joe Sample passed away on Fri., Sept. 12 from complications due to lung cancer.
The exceptional keyboardist with...
Vh1’s Rock Doc on ATL Rap Leaves Viewers Wanting More
Black music scenes in America have always been characterized as having a specific “sound.” Scenes, or cities, such as Detroit, Memphis,...
George Tandy, Jr.: “Nothing lasts without a strong foundation.”
At a recent live broadcast of The-Steve Harvey Morning Showfrom Georgia World Congress Center, the comedian and talk show host declared...
Iconic Jazz Singer Dee Dee Bridgewater and Theo Croker: A Dynamic Duo
If jazz musicians are like one big happy family, then Dee Dee Bridgewater would certainly be the protective big sister over...
R.I.P.: ‘The Roots’ Manager Rich Nichols Dies
Rich Nichols, the legendary hip-hop writer, producer and manager of iconic hip-hop group The Roots has died. Nichols, who managed and...
London: Legendary Reggae DJ Roberto Allen Dies
The blogosphere is mourning the loss of London's DJ Roberto Allen of Vibes FM, one of London's leading community radio stations....
Buzz: The Kenyan ‘Erin Brokovich’ & Beyoncé Drops $7M to House Homeless
These two ladies are making it happen in their communities.
Read about environmental activist Phyllis Omido, who faced death threats to tackle...
Beyoncé Builds $7million Complex to House Homeless
Rolling Out is reporting that Houston native and superstar Beyoncé Knowles-Carter spent $7 million to build a low-income housing project in...
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