The Recording Academy held its annual Grammys on April 3, and after the drama-filled Oscars night last Sunday, it was refreshing to see an awards show run smoothly. From a touching “In Memoriam” performance to a surprise Album of the Year win, the 2022 Grammys ceremony was one of the academy’s...

With Bruno Mars’ last album, his turn to old-school R&B made him a perfect candidate for a collaboration with Anderson .Paak. “Leave The Door Open” proved that their new moniker as a duo, “Silk Sonic,” could become a favorite among critics and fans alike. Released on Nov. 12, the duo constructed...

In their heyday, soul and funk dominated the airwaves. Smooth harmonies from The Temptations and themes of love and heartbreak characterized ’60s and ’70s music. Artists like Parliament, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight and the Pips and Diana Ross alike paved the way for many African American artists...