Tag: Nina Simone

by Sharon Oliver March 15, 2021 Comments2

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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.

by John Visconti February 10, 2021 Comments0

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“For The Record”: A Video Series for Music Lovers

Music is part of the fabric of our lives. A clever new video series explores several stories where music is a featured player.

by Naima Karp January 12, 2020 Comments2

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The Ultimate Winter Jazz Playlist

Few things warm up a drab winter weekend better than some great jazz. From Billie to Nina, Louis to ‘Trane, here’s an essential playlist.

by Ellen Fagan December 29, 2018 Comments0

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Walk the Walk, Sing the Song, Write the Book

From Sammy Davis, Jr. to Miriam Makeba, Bono and Joan Baez – these intimate books turn the life of a musician inside out. The experience ain’t what you might think it is.

by Simon Glickman June 22, 2018 Comments0

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13 Great Songs About Drinking

We go way beyond “Margaritaville” in this playlist from The ExTeens front man. He’s got boozy numbers from Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard, Snoop Dogg, Squeeze, and AC/DC. Now just bring the libations.