Legendary Grammy Award-winning songstress Dionne Warwick is set to release her first new album in five years.
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Soul music legend James Ingram dies at age 66
James Ingram has died at age 66, after a long and very private illness. The death was disclosed via a social media post from his good friend, Debbie Allen.
Johnnie Brown lights up Dakota stage with Pendergrass tribute
The sparkling shoes singer Johnnie Brown wore were not the only things that lit up the Dakota Club at his recent performance.
Rihanna says no to Super Bowl halftime invite — social media explodes
Rihanna said she’s showing solidarity with Colin Kaepernick and NFL players who have been protesting racial disparities and police violence against Blacks and other minorities by kneeling during the playing of the national anthem.
Legendary Ethiopian musician enjoys career resurgence
Hailu Mergia is bringing his sound to the Twin Cities with a live performance at the Cedar Cultural Center presented by the Cedar and the Walker Art Center. We spoke to the legendary musician in advance of his Oct. 26 performance.
J.D. Steele and friends extend a helping hand with benefit
Giving back isn’t just a figure of speech to Steele. Accordingly, when Dignity Center, an ecumenical outreach ministry of Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church designed to help people in poverty, knocked on his door to raise funds, he couldn’t agree quickly enough.
Niles’ debut album ‘To Remain’ paves road to artistic redemption
Here, we chat with Niles about his journey, the message behind his music and living his dreams.
Prince in concert: an experience like no other
Nearly thirty years later, it remains one of the most thrilling experiences of my entire life. Prince took us to church that night, as he did with everyone on that 44-city tour across three continents.
The U of M to honor Prince
The late, legendary Prince will receive another posthumous honor: a Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the University of Minnesota. Prior to Prince’s passing, the U of M had planned to present the iconic entertainer with the honorary degree in recognition of his extraordinary talent and influence, as well as his role in shaping the […]
A voice unparalleled: ‘Queen of Soul,’ Aretha Franklin, dies at 76
Aretha Franklin leaves an iconic legacy instrumental in changing popular music the world over.