"Soldier of Love" is only the sixth studio album the band Sade released during their 25 year career, and the first since "Lovers Rock" in 2000. For Sade herself, as the lynchpin of the group's song...

Multiple Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Norah Jones has announced the title and release date of her upcoming album, "The Fall", her fourth studio album which will be released by EMI's B...

Last week, I chose to see "Public Enemies," which is a decision I definitely do not regret. Johnny Depp is electric as John Dillinger, oozing the charm and finesse of the real life American bank ro...

Happy Birthday to singer John Waite (1955), political pundit Geraldo Rivera (1943), soul singer/songwriter Bill Withers (1938), Irish actor Stephen Boyd (1931; d. 1977), playwright Neil Simon (1927...

It's interesting the way Ryan Seacrest framed last night's battle of the American Idol finalists, painting a major contrast between the two contestants. His list of the differences between the two...

Random Thoughts While Waiting for the American Idol Contestants to Start Singing: -It's amazing how four judges can combine to say absolutely nothing in the show open. -What a strange the...

Twenty five: the number of years the incredible songtress Wynonna Judd has been bringing her amazing voice, her inspirational stories and her unique blend of country, soul and good 'ol Rock'n'Roll ...

Nikka Costa has always seemed to thrive on a certain sense of freedom. It's no wonder, that when Nikka set out to create a record on her own terms and as an independent artist finally free of major...

Each episode of the acclaimed Sundance series, Live From Abbey Road keeps getting better with interviews and performances from the most accredited artists and bands. Academy Award nominee for songw...

Happy Birthday to soul singer/songwriter Bill Withers (1938), Irish actor Stephen Boyd (1931; d. 1977), playwright Neil Simon (1927), Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida (1927), American actress Eva ...

On May 13th, Fantasy Records will release Hymn For My Soul, the newest album from legendary singer Joe Cocker. The album unites Cocker, possessor of one of the world's most instantly recognizable a...

Among the world's most gifted, forward-thinking and eclectic electric bassists, Marcus Miller is a two-time Grammy-winner and the composer / producer of eight critically acclaimed and genre-defying...

In a grand commemoration of the 50th Celebration of the GRAMMY® Awards, Shout! Factory and The Recording Academy®'s GRAMMY® Recordings announce an electrifying 7-CD series encompassing GRAMMY® winn...

Will Downing is recognized as the premier male vocalist for the embodiment of his singular, sensuous blend of R&B, jazz and pop. After Tonight, Will's 13th album and first for the Peak Records labe...

Happy Birthday to soul singer/songwriter Bill Withers (1938), Irish actor Stephen Boyd (1931; d. 1977), playwright Neil Simon (1927), Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida (1927), American actress Eva ...

Nineties pop siblings Hanson played a secret gig in Hollywood on Friday. Isaac, Taylor and Zac Hanson wowed the crowds at the intimate 200-capacity Hotel Cafe as they showcased new songs from their...

Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters hits cinemas April 13 and if you're like me, you gotta wonder what the four main characters of rock to in their boom boxes. What follows is an o...

Anyone paying attention to the upper echelon of soul music's ever changing face knows the name Incognito. More than the moniker of a great band, Incognito is a brand - a guaranteed one-stop for sop...

Diana Ross is a global entertainment icon, a legendary musical treasure whose music has, for decades, inspired romance, happiness and joy. For her new studio album, Ms. Ross has drawn inspiration f...

Happy Birthday to soul singer/songwriter Bill Withers (1938), Irish actor Stephen Boyd (1931; d. 1977), playwright Neil Simon (1927), Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida (1927), American actress Eva ...