We talk with author Ricky Riccardi about how Louis Armstrong became the first Black pop star and provided the foundation of improvisation for other musicians. Riccardi's book is Stomp Off, Let's Go.

Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson Elvis at last month’s Sundance Film Festival to share what Black genius means to him… and to tease ...

Questlove speaks on Sly Stone and Black genius more broadly, Ke Huy Quan tells us about his new film “Love Hurts,” and Jason Schwartzman has The Treat.

Ricky Riccardi says Armstrong's innovations helped set the soundtrack of the 20th century. John Powers reviews I'm Still Here ...

Jerry Butler, a premier soul singer whose rich, steady baritone graced such hits as "For Your Precious Love," "Only the ...

Questlove's Sly Lives! (aka the Burden of Black Genius) asks the question "Is there a burden on Black Genius?" The film's ...

In a photo McEntire shared on social media, the Queen of Country star has her hair completely gelled back with one styled tendril laying on her forehead. She’s also wearing a pa ...

Stax Music Academy will mark its anniversary with concerts and educational efforts, including “Soul of America,” a virtual ...

Q: Elvis aficionados know that Presley's breakout song, "That's All Right," was written and performed by Arthur Crudup and ...

Fifteen years in, his fiercely independent company is one of the most powerful in music — and he’s a connector like none ...

nine movies and is set to star in "Verona's Romeo & Juliet," which is due for a release sometime this month. Ledisi is touring for three months this year. According to her website, her tour begins ...

But Elvis clearly didn’t want to fly it as it was. The plane was extensively refurbished, taking it from a passenger hauler to a flying mansion worthy of a rock star. According to the official ...