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Nirvana, Ma Rainey, Nile Rodgers & More to Be Honored By the GRAMMYs Photo Nirvana, Ma Rainey, Nile Rodgers & More to Be Honored By the GRAMMYs
by Michael Major - January 05, 2023

Bobby McFerrin, Nirvana, Ma Rainey, Nile Rodgers, Slick Rick 'The Ruler,' The Supremes, and Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson of Heart are the 2023 Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipients; Henry Diltz, Ellis Marsalis and Jim Stewart are the Trustees Award recipients....

KC & the Sunshine Band to Perform as Part of 2023 Ultimate Disco Cruise Photo KC & the Sunshine Band to Perform as Part of 2023 Ultimate Disco Cruise
by Michael Major - October 11, 2022

The 2023 lineup already includes a stellar array of dance music icons who have kept fans dancing for decades, including Kool & The Gang, Billy Ocean, Taylor Dayne, Sister Sledge, Tavares, Norma Jean Wright & Luci Martin (formerly of Chic), Evelyn “Champagne” King, Heatwave, The Trammps featuring Ear...

Tony Luke Jr. Releases New Single 'One More Night' Photo Tony Luke Jr. Releases New Single 'One More Night'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 29, 2022

Tony Luke Jr. will be touching people's hearts with his latest single 'One More Night.' This beautifully crafted heartfelt piano ballad is inspired by his late son who he lost to the devastating disease of addiction....

JOESEF Shares Brand New Single 'East End Coast' Photo JOESEF Shares Brand New Single 'East End Coast'
by Michael Major - July 14, 2022

Scottish soul artist Joesef releases new single “East End Coast”, about the unconditional love he feels from his hometown of Glasgow, and the universal feeling of seeking safety in familiar places and people. Moving to London last year, the only place that felt like home was the studio with Ivor Nov...

Joesef Releases New Single 'It's Been A Little Heavy Lately' Photo Joesef Releases New Single 'It's Been A Little Heavy Lately'
by Michael Major - February 04, 2022

Joesef has been intent on “expanding my horizons”, musically and emotionally, and spent most of last year working with producer Barney Lister (Joy Crookes, Celeste), with “It’s Been A Little Heavy Lately” an example of the exceptional collaboration. Listen to the new single now! Plus, check out Joes...

The Highway Women Share 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas' Cover Photo The Highway Women Share 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas' Cover
by Michael Major - December 15, 2021

A lovely introduction to the new members of the group, this song features the unique voices of Gabrielle Vaughn, Alyssa Scott, and Jenane, before they all meld together in ethereal harmony. The women are accompanied by pianist Damon Fitcher, from the first note a soft tone is set. Listen to the new ...

Singer Songwriter David Arn Teams With Mother Of Child With Autism For Hit Song Photo Singer Songwriter David Arn Teams With Mother Of Child With Autism For Hit Song
by A.A. Cristi - October 22, 2020

What do a beggar, an exile, the mother of a child on the autism spectrum, a photographer, and a veteran have in common? All are part of the entourage on David Arn's latest album 'Traveler Tales'. Fourteen travelers, each relating their situation through song. ...

BWW Exclusive: In Honor of Gay Pride - THE 101 GREATEST LGBTQ SONGS/ANTHEMS OF ALL TI Photo BWW Exclusive: In Honor of Gay Pride - THE 101 GREATEST LGBTQ SONGS/ANTHEMS OF ALL TIME - from Judy Garland to Lady Gaga, from Gloria Gaynor to Frank Ocean
by Peter Nason - June 24, 2020

Happy Gay Pride! BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest LGBTQ songs and anthems from 1920-2020. See if your favorite songs or artists made the grade!...

1989 Recording of 'Big House' to Be Released As Never-Before-Heard Track From World G Photo 1989 Recording of 'Big House' to Be Released As Never-Before-Heard Track From World Goes Round
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 13, 2020

WORLD GOES ROUND, a supergroup which formed in the late 80s but whose recordings were never released, will be releasing a never-before-heard track titled 'Big House' on Viper Records on May 29....

Brixton's Cross the Tracks Festival Cancelled Photo Brixton's Cross the Tracks Festival Cancelled
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 07, 2020

Due to the current public health crisis, Brixton's Cross The Tracks festival has confirmed that the 2020 event will not go ahead. Having been set to host the likes of Khruangbin, The Cinematic Orchestra, Sister Sledge, Norman Jay, Madlib, Gilles Peterson and more in June, the team have released the ...

Purple Rose Records Launches New Christian Single By LeRae, “My Way To Hope” Photo Purple Rose Records Launches New Christian Single By LeRae, “My Way To Hope”
by A.A. Cristi - April 06, 2020

Purple Rose Records, the indie label overseen by renowned vocalist/songwriter Martha Wash, hits new heights with its first release targeted to a Christian audience. The single 'My Way To Hope' is sung by LeRae, whose career in music spans over 30 years. The song was co-written by the singer with Zac...

Sister Sledge, Shed 7 and More Announced for Watchet Festival 2020 Photo Sister Sledge, Shed 7 and More Announced for Watchet Festival 2020
by Abigail Charpentier - February 12, 2020

WATCHET LIVE FESTIVAL is proud to announce not one but two Main Stage headliners for 2020....

London's Cross The Tracks Festival Adds Madlib, London African Gospel Choir, & More! Photo London's Cross The Tracks Festival Adds Madlib, London African Gospel Choir, & More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 28, 2020

Cross The Tracks Festival continues to build excitement for the mouthwatering 2020 edition as new names such as the iconic Madlib, Sudan Archives, Greentea Peng, Sadar Bahar, London African Gospel Choir, Coops, Laura Misch, Neue Grafik Ensemble, SEED Ensemble, Charlie Bones, Dreamcast and many more ...

Sister Sledge, Norman Jay MBE Join Lineup for Cross The Tracks 2020 Photo Sister Sledge, Norman Jay MBE Join Lineup for Cross The Tracks 2020
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 27, 2019

After a much talked about debut in 2019, London's tasteful Cross The Tracks Festival is back and better than ever in 2020 with an all encompassing day of the finest jazz, funk and soul as well as delicious street food, carefully brewed craft beer, thought provoking talks, immersive workshops and ple...

Soundcrash Announces First Names For Funk & Soul Weekender 2020 Photo Soundcrash Announces First Names For Funk & Soul Weekender 2020
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 04, 2019

The Soundcrash Funk & Soul Weekender will now be heading to one of the most exciting seaside towns in the country - enjoy an incredible line-up of world-class musicians at the world famous Dreamland in Margate with its free vintage rides, street food, art, our disco-yoga sessions (get in fast it's b...

Sister Sledge Announces Biographical Film, LIFE SONG Photo Sister Sledge Announces Biographical Film, LIFE SONG
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 10, 2018

Iconic music group Sister Sledge have announced plans for a feature film based on the lives of the legendary four sisters from Philadelphia, who rose to prominence and found worldwide success with the release of the remarkable We are Family album. Entitled Life Song, based on the memoirs of one of t...

Divi Resorts Sponsors Aruba's 12th Annual Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival Photo Divi Resorts Sponsors Aruba's 12th Annual Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival
by Macon Prickett - June 05, 2018

Continuing its yearly tradition, Divi Resorts on Aruba are once again sponsoring the soulful, show-stopping Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival taking place September 21-22, 2018. Now in its 12th year, the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival is one of the islands most renowned cultural events, and artists selected ...

London's Southport Weekender Festival Confirms Sister Sledge Featuring Kathy Sledge, Photo London's Southport Weekender Festival Confirms Sister Sledge Featuring Kathy Sledge, DJ Jazzy Jeff and More
by Tori Hartshorn - January 25, 2018

After hosting their very first London festival last year, one of the UK's most loved parties Southport Weekender has revealed the line-up for its sophomore edition on Saturday 9th June. Returning toFinsbury Park for a celebration of house, soul, R&B, garage and disco, the one-day festival will welco...

Sound Royalties' Reggie Calloway Unites Musicians for Hurricane Harvey Charity Single Photo Sound Royalties' Reggie Calloway Unites Musicians for Hurricane Harvey Charity Single
by Caryn Robbins - January 18, 2018

Led by five-time Grammy nominee and Sound Royalties' Director of Funding Reggie Calloway, a group of renowned musicians from the Los Angeles area today released a new charity single to benefit and grow music programs in the Houston Independent School District recently devastated by Hurricane Harvey....

Award-Winning Musicians Team For Hurricane Harvey Charity Single Photo Award-Winning Musicians Team For Hurricane Harvey Charity Single
by Caryn Robbins - December 18, 2017

Led by five-time Grammy nominee and Sound Royalties' Director of Funding Reggie Calloway, a group of renowned musicians from the Los Angeles area today released a new charity single to benefit and grow music programs in the Houston Independent School District recently devastated by Hurricane Harvey....

Northern Light Orchestra Release Video For 'The Night Before Christmas' Photo Northern Light Orchestra Release Video For 'The Night Before Christmas'
by Danielle Kfare - December 08, 2017

Holiday themed Rock supergroup NORTHERN LIGHT ORCHESTRA has released the full track audio, with a video by Melody Myers, for the single THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS from their new album STAR OF THE EAST, available now on digital outlets....












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