H.E.R. directs a documentary full of all-star conversations framed around archival footage of an artist who remains an ...

George Clinton’s impact on music is timeless, shaping funk, hip-hop, and beyond. His ability to blend social commentary, ...

He blended jazz with electric funk, soul, and a smorgasbord of other musical flavors but arguably his most critical innovation was moving away from instrumental music. “I realized that when you ...

From pulsating big band funk to throbbing electro-soul jams and sizzling acid jazz grooves, Britfunk showed how British Black music reshaped its American influences. While punk and New Wave ...

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“It is with great sadness that the family of legendary vibraphonist, composer and producer Roy Ayers announce his passing ...

In honor of Black History Month, The Current is exploring the origins of Black music in America, what came after, and how it has impacted the sounds of today. Today, let’s highlight some of the ...

Rod Stewart has always had a deep love for soul music. While best known for his raspy rock vocals and chart-topping hits like ...

Grammy-nominated soul singer and actress Angie Stone has tragically passed away at the age of 63 following a car accident in ...