Brian Josephs
Happy Birthday, Al Green!
When you think soul music, Al Green is one of the first who comes to mind. Today (April 13), one of the genre's greatest singers and hitmakers turns 69.
Happy Birthday, Jazmine Sullivan!
There's been a lot of good hip-hop dropping this year, and fans are getting more next week with Young Thug, Meek Mill and Tyler the Creator each dropping new albums next week. The only bad thing about the new heat is that it overshadows some of the stuff in the R&B lane. Jazmine Sullivan, who turns 28 today (April 9), is one example.
Happy Birthday, Biz Markie!
Somewhere in America, there's a frat house or some teenager blasting "Just a Friend." The song is just that timeless. We have its creator Biz Markie to thank for that. The rapper turns 51 today (April 8).
10 Best Movie Roles Played by Rappers
There are plenty of hip-hop alumni to choose from when picking out the 10 Best Movie Roles Played by Rappers. Take a look at the best in their class.
New Music Releases – April 2015
From Raekwon to Bodega Bamz to Yelawolf, these are the new music releases you can expect in April.
John Legend and Common’s ‘Glory’ Wins Best Original Song at 2015 Oscars [VIDEO]
John Legend and Common won the Best Original Song honor at the 87th Annual Academy Awards for their inspiring tune 'Glory' from the movie 'Selma.'
John Legend and Common Perform ‘Glory’ at 2015 Oscars [VIDEO]
Rapper Common and singer John Legend performed their inspirational song 'Glory' at the 87th annual Academy Awards on Sunday night (Feb. 22). The collaborative tune is from the Oprah Winfrey-produced film, 'Selma,' which is up for two awards: Best Original Song and Best Picture.
Sam Smith Wins Song of the Year and Record of the Year at 2015 Grammy Awards
It looks like Sam Smith is this year's Adele. The soul crooner took home four Grammys, including Song of the Year and Record of the Year at the awards ceremony Sunday night (Feb. 8).
Kanye West Steals Beck’s Spotlight During Album of the Year Presentation at 2015 Grammy Awards [VIDEO]
Remember Kanye West's mic-stealing moment with Taylor Swift at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards? The rapper poked fun at himself by reenacting the infamous act at the 2015 Grammy Awards.
Beyonce’s ‘Drunk in Love’ Wins Best R&B Performance at 2015 Grammy Awards
Queen Bey is still winning. Beyonce's 'Drunk in Love' earned her the golden gramophone for Best R&B Performance at the 2015 Grammy Awards.