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Local and national stories, reviews, and information highlighting African American music and artists.
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Fred Hammond to honor mothers with Facebook concert
Fred Hammond will likely warm the hearts of many mothers with his ‘Mother’s Day Special’ mini-concert on Facebook
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Music pioneer Little Richard dies at age 87
One of the seminal figures in rock ‘n roll, Little Richard has passed away at age 87.
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Babyface to offer special Instagram Mother’s Day tribute
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds will host a special Mother’s Day special on Instagram featuring music from the iconic ‘Waiting to Exhale’ soundtrack.
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Crooners Supper Club forced to postpone drive-in concert series
Concert-goers would’ve listened to music from their vehicles, but the plan does not comply with Gov. Walz’s stay-at-home order.
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Top-rated Prince tribute scores with music lovers, garners Saturday replay
The ratings for CBS’ Prince tribute were strong enough for the network to replay the special on Saturday, April 25.
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‘Let’s Go Crazy’: Grammy tribute to Prince to air April 21
‘The Recording Academy’s Let’s Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute To Prince,’ will air on the fourth anniversary of the late legend’s passing.
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Vēmos and Icehouse to host virtual concert for hospitality workers (updated)
The virtual benefit concert features Pavielle, and Gabe Douglas of 4ontheFloor and more.
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Soul legend Bill Withers dies at age 81
Bill Withers, one of the most influential artists of the second half of the 20th century, has passed away at age 81.
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Rihanna donates $5 million to help fight the coronavirus
It was recently announced that through her Clara Lionel Foundation, singer/beauty mogul Rihanna is donating $5 million to aid marginalized communities in the United States, the Caribbean, and Africa.
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Jill Scott celebrates 20 years of elegance with Fillmore show
Two decades into her career with no signs of slowing down, the legend of Jill Scott continues to evolve and transcend barriers.
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In memory of Alexis Alijai Lynch
The music world was shocked at the untimely death of rising star Alexis Alijai Lynch aka ‘Lexii Alijai.’
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Review: An Ashley Dubose Christmas concert
Ashley Dubose helped bring in the holiday season with songs that conjured up fond memories and the holiday spirit.
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Former Prince mentor Pepé Willie shares memories of the late legend
Former Prince mentor Pepé Willie shared a colorful account of his time with the late legend.
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Alexander O’Neal celebrates ‘holiday homecoming’ and legacy
For the first time in more than five years, renowned soul vocalist and Minneapolis legend, Alexander O’Neal, returns to the Twin Cities.
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Local hip hop artist amasses global following
The Lioness will take the stage at the Dakota Jazz Club on November 29 with a variety of artists.
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Crooners Supper Club celebrates 5th anniversary with Twin Cities’ favorites
Just in time for the holidays, Crooners Supper Club is ready to show off its new bar-lounge and upgraded MainStage as it welcomes a staple of well-known local artists.
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Renowned composer André Thomas returns to Minnesota for ‘A Celebration of Love’
VocalEssence’s ‘What a Mighty God’ concert on Nov. 17 features world-renowned composer of spirituals, Dr. André Thomas.
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Perfect day greets Selby Ave. JazzFest fans [photos]
A perfect late-summer day greeted the 18th annual Selby Ave. JazzFest held at the intersection of Selby Avenue and Milton in St. Paul.
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Black musical standards shine in ‘Smokey Joe’s Café’
The predominantly African American, hip-thrusting, R&B-bellowing nine-member cast of “Smokey Joe’s Café” are mostly locals.