The acapella music tradition of these churches provided the soundtrack to singer Ginny Hawker’s childhood. She grew up near Chincoteague, Virginia where her father worked construction. But every ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When discussing soul music’s golden age, names like Otis Redding, Sam Cooke, and Wilson Pickett tend to dominate the conversation. But nestled quietly among the legends is William ...

Chicago has always been a city of storytellers, and rapper Freddie Old Soul is one of its most dynamic voices. Born from the poetry scene, nurtured by the legendary Brother Mike and shaped by the city ...

Sorrow has come over lovers of soul music. Legendary soul singer, songwriter, and actress Angie Stone has tragically died at 63 years old (according to TMZ). Deborah R. Champagne, a longtime ...

“Swag,” a new album of dreamy beats and unexpected collaborations, eschews formulaic pop to lean into the singer’s R&B instincts. By Jon Caramanica In 2007, back when YouTube was in its infancy and ...

Earlier this year, at the age of 70, Chandrika Tandon won her first Grammy — and it may not be her last.