Four American Cities Defined By The Music
American music is fed by a thousand different streams emanating from different cities around the country. Here are just four of them.
“Songs In the Key Of Life” At 45: Stevie’s Finest?
Stevie Wonder’s astonishing “Songs In the Key of Life” cranked out hit after hit — and revealed new sides to his genius.
Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On” Turns 50
It began with a song by one of The Four Tops and turned into one of the greatest albums of all time. Marvin Gaye’s classic turns 50.
“It’s What’s Happening, baby!” Finally Happens
The government tasked deejay Murray the K with reaching out to teens with a TV show. The result was not what they expected.
Unleashing Sly Stone and the Summer of Soul
Happy birthday to Sly Stone! An upcoming documentary by Questlove will showcase his contribution to a major music event in 1969 – and beyond.