Chaka Khan’s Tiny Desk Concert Surprise
Legendary Chaka Khan surprised fans with an incredible NPR Tiny Desk Concert, showcasing her powerful vocals with an amazing band and background singers....
Luke James: Cinematic Soul and Musical Narratives (video)
Luke James captivates with his unique cinematic soul sound, blending R&B, soul, and funk. The talented singer-songwriter continues evolving his artistry through powerful live performances...
Van Hunt Blends R&B, Funk, and Jazz in Innovative Soul Music
Van Hunt blends R&B, funk, and jazz to create innovative soul music. His Grammy-nominated discography includes acclaimed albums like his self-titled debut and 'Popular.'...
Questlove to Direct Sly Stone Documentary
Questlove is directing a new documentary exploring Sly Stone's revolutionary musical legacy. The film will examine the influential funk pioneer's career from mainstream success to...
Switch –
Switch was an influential R&B and funk group that made significant contributions to urban music. Discover their impact on the R&B scene....
James Brown: Godfather of Souls Redemption
James Brown's legacy as the Godfather of Soul continues to inspire fans who celebrate his redemption and lasting impact on music and culture....
Clean Up Woman: Betty Wright’s Timeless Tale –
Betty Wright's iconic 'Clean Up Woman' remains a timeless tale in soul music history. The classic R&B hit showcases Wright's powerful vocals and enduring influence....
YIKES: Verdine White (Earth Wind & Fire)
Earth Wind & Fire bassist Verdine White raised eyebrows with an unusual photo shoot at Got It Like That Studios in LA, showcasing his distinctive...
Kay Young Returns with New Single The Way You Look At Me
Kay Young returns with vibrant new single 'The Way You Look At Me,' blending funk-inspired production with jazz elements. The track serves as first teaser...
Rick James’ Glow Deluxe Edition – Motown/UMe
Rick James' 1985 hit album Glow gets deluxe digital reissue from Motown/UMe with 11 bonus tracks including rare 12" mixes and instrumentals....
Shock G from Digital Underground Found Dead
Shock G, founder of Hip-Hop Funk group Digital Underground and creator of 'The Humpty Dance,' was found dead at age 57 in Tampa hotel room....
Grandparents Drop “Tomorrow” Self-Directed Visual
R&B/Hip Hop trio Your Grandparents release self-directed cinematic video for 'Tomorrow,' inspired by 70s Blaxploitation films. The upbeat funk track explores pursuing love despite uncertainty....
YOUR GRANDPARENTS DROP UPBEAT FUNK TRACK “TOMORROW”
R&B/Hip Hop trio Your Grandparents release upbeat funk single 'Tomorrow' from their upcoming debut album. The track follows their acclaimed single 'So Damn Fly.'...
Raf Rundell Shares New Track “Monsterpiece”
Raf Rundell releases 'Monsterpiece,' his first track for Heavenly Recordings featuring Chas Jankel. The Balearic funk anthem marks his return after debut LP 'Stop Lying.'...
Maurice White, Founder Earth Wind & Fire Dies
Maurice White, founder and lead singer of legendary R&B group Earth Wind & Fire, has died at age 74 after battling Parkinson's disease for many...
Simply Red’s New Album Blue Eyed Soul
Simply Red releases their 12th studio album Blue Eyed Soul, featuring ten tracks of funky soul music and ballads. The album draws inspiration from classic...
WAR’s The World is a Ghetto: A Timeless Musical Statement
WAR's 1972 masterpiece 'The World is a Ghetto' served as a unifying musical statement that blended funk, soul, and blues into a timeless classic....
Joe Scarborough’s Funk Counsel Releases Blue Dawn
MSNBC's Joe Scarborough releases gospel-inspired track 'Blue Dawn' with his band Independent Counsel of Funk, featuring vocals by Rosalind Brown and Steven Hayden....
James Brown’s Historic Concert Album Set for October Release
James Brown's complete 1969 Augusta homecoming concert gets first-ever release with seven unreleased tracks on October 25th....
James Brown Get On The Good Foot 2LP June 21
James Brown's classic 1972 album Get On The Good Foot gets a new 2LP vinyl reissue on June 21. Features the No. 1 R&B hit...
George Clinton and Parliament Release First Track Since 1980
Parliament releases Medicaid Fraud Dogg, their first album in 38 years since 1980. The digital-only funk album critiques America's medical system....
Rufus & Chaka Khan Nominated for 2018 Rock Hall
Rufus with Chaka Khan received a 2018 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination. The multiracial funk band is recognized for their raw sexuality and...
Celebration of Johnny Guitar Watson’s Legacy Set for May 17
The 1st Annual Johnny Guitar Watson Heart for Music Foundation celebrates the legendary guitarist's legacy 20 years after his death, featuring star-studded performances and raising...
Johnny Guitar Watson Legacy Celebration
Johnny Guitar Watson's legacy is honored 20 years after his death with a star-studded celebration benefiting LAUSD music programs. The event features performances by Lenny...