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Posted at 06:15 PM ET, 05/17/2013

Sheila E., an inspiration to drummers of all ages and genders

Once a protege of Prince in the '80s, she's now inspiring new generations

By Lauren McEwen  |  06:15 PM ET, 05/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 10:19 AM ET, 05/14/2013

Randy Rogers Band, Britta Persson, Chapin Sisters: Critic's Notebook

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  10:19 AM ET, 05/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 09:00 PM ET, 05/06/2013

Mikal Cronin, R.L. Grime, Little Boots: Critic's Notebook

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  09:00 PM ET, 05/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 12:01 PM ET, 05/03/2013

Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman -- mourning a musician fixated on death

The world of metal says goodbye to trailblazer who played "impossibly fast."

By Chris Richards  |  12:01 PM ET, 05/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 05:31 PM ET, 05/02/2013

Chris Kelly of Kris Kross dies: A look at his enduring place in hip-hop

Chris Kelly, one half of rap duo Kris Kross, died Wednesday at the age of 34. He left a lasting impression on many fellow artists.

By Bethonie Butler  |  05:31 PM ET, 05/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 10:00 PM ET, 04/29/2013

Charli XCX, Lori McKenna, Iggy and the Stooges, Allison Miller: Critic's Notebook

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  10:00 PM ET, 04/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 12:38 PM ET, 04/26/2013

Brother Ah on playing with John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Sun Ra and more

The WPFW DJ talks about working with some of the biggest names in jazz.

By Chris Richards  |  12:38 PM ET, 04/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 09:56 AM ET, 04/23/2013

Phoenix, Colin Stetson, GrandeMarshall: Critic's Notebook

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  09:56 AM ET, 04/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 11:50 AM ET, 04/19/2013

Coachella: Twitter #Music and highlights from Weekend 1

The social media service unveiled their new music sharing app in time for the second weekend, and chronicled some of the best moments from weekend one.

By Cara Kelly  |  11:50 AM ET, 04/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Media, Music, MusicFest

Posted at 10:58 AM ET, 04/19/2013

Daft Punk, 'Get Lucky' -- It's trending, but is it good?

The first official taste of the highly-anticipated new album by the French electronic duo.

By Chris Richards  |  10:58 AM ET, 04/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 05:26 PM ET, 04/17/2013

Anna Kendrick's 'Cups (When I'm Gone)' gets a music video

"Pitch Perfect"'s viral hit " Cups(When I'm Gone)" now has a music video directed by "Pitch Perfect" director Jason Moore.

By Veronica Toney  |  05:26 PM ET, 04/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Movies, Music

Posted at 07:02 AM ET, 04/16/2013

Critic's Notebook: Thee Oh Sees, Cassie

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  07:02 AM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 01:52 PM ET, 04/12/2013

Not going to #Coachella? Let us ease your festival envy

Let us ease your festival envy with the best of social media, photos and live video.

By Cara Kelly  |  01:52 PM ET, 04/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music, MusicFest

Posted at 10:11 AM ET, 04/11/2013

Vinyl record sales have hit their highest point since 1997

Vinyl sales have hit their highest point since 1997 -- the same year Hanson's "MMMBop" topped the charts

By Caitlin Dewey  |  10:11 AM ET, 04/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 10:37 AM ET, 04/09/2013

Critic's Notebook: Bleached, Deadstring Brothers

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  10:37 AM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 11:07 AM ET, 04/02/2013

Critic's Notebook: Gretchen Wilson, Hiss Golden Messenger, Daft Punk

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  11:07 AM ET, 04/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 10:47 AM ET, 03/26/2013

Critic's Notebook: Cigarette, Yelawolf, Alice Smith

Critic's Notebook | Notable recordings including: Cigarette, Yelawolf, Alice Smith.

By Chris Richards  |  10:47 AM ET, 03/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 12:51 PM ET, 03/19/2013

Why Michelle Shocked’s anti-gay rant was shocking

What really shocked me about the folk singer's San Francisco rant.

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Tags:  Music

Posted at 10:34 AM ET, 03/19/2013

Critic's Notebook: DJ Rashad, Julian Lynch, Disclosure

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  10:34 AM ET, 03/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 11:09 AM ET, 03/15/2013

#RIPMetronome: A eulogy in Twitter meter

A eulogy in 17 tweets for a bygone technology.

By Katherine Boyle  |  11:09 AM ET, 03/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Art, Music

Posted at 01:10 PM ET, 03/14/2013

SXSW: Nick Cave broods and Life Stinks doesn't stink at all

Big names such as Nick Cave and Paramore deliver impressive sets while the obscure Life Stinks offers its own thrills (and a cheap cassette)

By Chris Richards  |  01:10 PM ET, 03/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 02:13 PM ET, 03/13/2013

SXSW: Chelsea Light Moving -- A familiar face with a new band

The new band from Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore represents both sides of the annual music extravaganza.

By Chris Richards  |  02:13 PM ET, 03/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 10:18 AM ET, 03/12/2013

Critic's Notebook: Shooter Jennings, Marcus Canty

Waylon's son stays on his own outlaw path and local R

By Chris Richards  |  10:18 AM ET, 03/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 08:26 AM ET, 03/08/2013

SXSW: D.C. edition (or how to fake it 'til you make it)

If you can't make it to Austin this year for SXSW, Chris Richards tells us how to fake it in D.C.

By Fahima Haque and Veronica Toney  |  08:26 AM ET, 03/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 11:15 AM ET, 03/07/2013

Marvin Gaye's Daughter: "My Dad Was a Generous Soul"

Marvin Gaye's Daughter Says His Sister's Play Opens Old Wounds

By DeNeen L. Brown  |  11:15 AM ET, 03/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 09:59 AM ET, 03/05/2013

Critic's Notebook: Rhye, Helado Negro, Young Thug

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  09:59 AM ET, 03/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 10:11 AM ET, 02/26/2013

Critic's Notebook: 3rd and Union, Moon B

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  10:11 AM ET, 02/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 01:43 PM ET, 02/25/2013

Adele is halfway to an EGOT after her Oscar win

She needs a Tony and an Emmy, but the singer has no plans for Rolling in the Deep: The Musical."

By Caitlin Dewey  |  01:43 PM ET, 02/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music, oscars

Posted at 05:09 PM ET, 02/22/2013

What if hit records were books? Artist finds hit of his own

By David Beard  |  05:09 PM ET, 02/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 03:03 PM ET, 02/21/2013

Martyn on growing up sci-fi, learning to DJ, and why EDM is meant for stadiums instead of clubs

The Holland-born DJ-producer explains why EDM is meant for stadiums instead of clubs

By Chris Richards  |  03:03 PM ET, 02/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 02/21/2013

'Harlem Shake' hits No. 1 as Billboard adds YouTube views to chart formula

Bauuer's viral hit benefits from new measurements in determining songs on the Hot 100

By Chris Richards  |  01:02 PM ET, 02/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 09:46 PM ET, 02/18/2013

Critic's Notebook: Fat Trel and Louie V Mob, Iceage, Chelsea Light Moving

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  09:46 PM ET, 02/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 10:21 AM ET, 02/12/2013

Critic's Notebook: Jose James, Kevin Gates, Mikky Echo

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  10:21 AM ET, 02/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 10:53 AM ET, 02/11/2013

Grammy Awards lack a dance component

The best dance performance at the Grammys was not at the Grammys.

By Sarah Kaufman  |  10:53 AM ET, 02/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dance, Music

Posted at 09:45 AM ET, 02/11/2013

Grammy fashion: Best, worst and just boring

A stream of unimaginative black dresses made this year's red carpet a snooze.

By Cara Kelly  |  09:45 AM ET, 02/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Fashion, Music

Posted at 10:30 AM ET, 02/10/2013

Grammys 2013 FAQ: Where, when and why to watch

From Frank Ocean to fun., everything you need to know to prepare for Sunday's 55th annual Grammy Awards.

By Jessica Goldstein  |  10:30 AM ET, 02/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  grammys, Music

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 02/07/2013

Grammy picks: A critic vs. streaming data

Spotify used listener data to predict Grammy winners. Does it align with who our music critic think should win?

By Cara Kelly  |  11:00 AM ET, 02/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 10:19 AM ET, 02/05/2013

Critic's Notebook: My Bloody Valentine, Lucrecia Dalt, Holly Williams, Le1f

My Bloody Valentine returns after a 20-plus year absence. Plus, new recordings by Lucrecia Dalt, Holly Williams and Le1f.

By Chris Richards  |  10:19 AM ET, 02/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Critic's Notebook, Music

Posted at 09:36 PM ET, 02/03/2013

Beyonce brings sexy back to Super Bowl halftime

Beyonce's halftime performance set the stage for more to come.

By Chris Richards  |  09:36 PM ET, 02/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 10:09 AM ET, 01/29/2013

Critic's Notebook: Lonnie Holley, Future, Western Medication

Notable recordings from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  10:09 AM ET, 01/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  critics notebook, music

Posted at 07:37 PM ET, 01/22/2013

Did Beyonce lip sync her National Anthem performance? Are you surprised?

Less than 24 hours after the social mediaverse collectively patted her on the back for a bright rendition of "The Star Spangled Banner," Beyonce is being accused of lip-syncing it.

By Chris Richards  |  07:37 PM ET, 01/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:15 AM ET, 01/22/2013

Critic's Notebook: Pro Era, Dawn Richard, Nosaj Thing

Critic's Notebook: Pro Era, Dawn Richard, Nosaj Thing

By Chris Richards  |  12:15 AM ET, 01/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  critics notebook, music

Posted at 11:22 AM ET, 12/21/2012

Psy’s ‘Gangnam Style’ reaches 1 billion YouTube views

The invisible horse dance continues to break records.

By Maura Judkis  |  11:22 AM ET, 12/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:30 PM ET, 12/12/2012

Paul McCartney to front a reunited Nirvana?

The group is expected to perform at the 12.12.12 benefit concert for victims of Hurricane Sandy.

By Chris Richards  |  12:30 PM ET, 12/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 09:56 AM ET, 12/06/2012

Frank Ocean with a side of fun.: Picking this year’s most deserving Grammy winners

R&B rookie and bombastic pop-rock band among this year’s most nominated acts

By Chris Richards  |  09:56 AM ET, 12/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 04:44 PM ET, 12/05/2012

Dave Brubeck, ‘Take Five,’ and his longtime collaborator credited with the jazz legend’s biggest hit

Charlie Parker credited with the jazz legend’s biggest hit.

By Matt Schudel  |  04:44 PM ET, 12/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 11/06/2012

Bob Dylan predicts an Obama win: “A landslide”

The music legend made the prediction at a show in Wisconsin.

By Maura Judkis  |  01:30 PM ET, 11/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 11:59 AM ET, 10/29/2012

Our favorite rainy day songs # HurricanePlaylist

Monday so far feels decidedly calm, so here’s my top 5 songs about the rain.

By Chris Richards  |  11:59 AM ET, 10/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 10/10/2012

Nats’ “Take on Me” fans aren’t afraid to take on the high notes

Watch Nats fans and Michael Morse sing his at-bat music, and listen to other covers of A-ha’s famous song.

By Maura Judkis and Chris Richards  |  10:31 AM ET, 10/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 04:05 PM ET, 09/26/2012

‘Gangnam Style’: Beating a dead (invisible) horse (dance)

Witness the evolution of a meme as “Gangnam Style” goes from funny to annoying to “UGH, NOT AGAIN.”

By Maura Judkis  |  04:05 PM ET, 09/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music, culture

Posted at 11:30 AM ET, 09/26/2012

Andy Williams dies: Remembering ‘Moon River’

The singer who made the “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” song his signature theme died at the age of 84.

By Maura Judkis  |  11:30 AM ET, 09/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:15 PM ET, 08/23/2012

‘Gangnam Style’s’ invisible horse dance craze: Giddyup

A Korean pop song and its silly equestrian-inspired dance moves are taking over.

By Maura Judkis  |  12:15 PM ET, 08/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dance, music

Posted at 04:02 PM ET, 08/22/2012

‘Hot Cheetos and Takis’: How rap teaches kids to write

The music video featuring pint-sized rappers has gone viral and got a great review in Rolling Stone.

By Maura Judkis  |  04:02 PM ET, 08/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 08/17/2012

Paul Ryan incurs the rage of Rage Against the Machine

Guitarist Tom Morello blasted the contestant for saying he liked their controversial music.

By Maura Judkis  |  01:00 PM ET, 08/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 11:48 AM ET, 07/31/2012

Snoop Dogg becomes Snoop Lion

The rapper changed his name after a spiritual awakening.

By Maura Judkis  |  11:48 AM ET, 07/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 05:34 PM ET, 07/17/2012

Fans mourn Kitty Wells, Funk Brothers bassist Bob Babbitt — and more from the world of pop music

And more from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  05:34 PM ET, 07/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:29 PM ET, 07/10/2012

Cookie Monster’s “Call Me Maybe” parody: The best one yet

“Call Me Maybe” parodists can call it quits: Nothing will top this ode to sharing cookies.

By Maura Judkis  |  12:29 PM ET, 07/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 08:52 AM ET, 07/10/2012

Woody Guthrie’s timeless songs

Our Guthrie playlist offers a glimpse into his vast repertoire.

By Joe Heim  |  08:52 AM ET, 07/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:47 PM ET, 07/05/2012

Frank Ocean comes out, discusses first love on Tumblr

Ocean wrote: “4 summers ago, I met somebody. I was 19. He was too.”

By Chris Richards  |  12:47 PM ET, 07/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:15 PM ET, 07/05/2012

Food truck tunes: What’s your lunchtime playlist?

Food trucks use music to entice customers and get them hungry for food from around the world.

By Clinton Yates  |  12:15 PM ET, 07/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 03:23 PM ET, 07/03/2012

Did Chuck Brown’s mourners “clash” with police?

The Atlantic has chimed in with a lament for Washington’s endangered go-go scene.

By Chris Richards  |  03:23 PM ET, 07/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 07/03/2012

Hendrix biopic won’t include Hendrix songs — and more from the world of pop music

Plus, more from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  01:02 PM ET, 07/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 06/27/2012

Flaming Lips aim for Guinness Book — and more from the world of pop music

Updates from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  05:00 AM ET, 06/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 02:22 PM ET, 06/21/2012

A brief note from David Berman of Silver Jews

The cult-favorite songwriter comments on his band’s recently re-released early recordings.

By David Malitz  |  02:22 PM ET, 06/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Music | Tags:  music

Posted at 01:35 PM ET, 06/21/2012

Carly Rae Jepsen and Owl City, ‘Good Time’: It’s trending, but is it good?

It’s trending, but is it good?

By Chris Richards  |  01:35 PM ET, 06/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 12:16 PM ET, 06/19/2012

Mike Auldridge receives NEA National Heritage Fellowship — and more from the world of pop music

Plus, more from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  12:16 PM ET, 06/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 11:03 AM ET, 06/12/2012

Animal Collective to return to Merriweather Post Pavilion, and more from the world of pop music

Plus, more from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  11:03 AM ET, 06/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 01:14 PM ET, 06/11/2012

‘Big Day Coming’ traces indie-rock roots of Jersey band, Yo La Tengo

Jesse Jarnow tells the band’s story, following the long-running indie-pop group from its early years to its unlikely brush with mainstream success during the mid ‘90s.

By Aaron Leitko  |  01:14 PM ET, 06/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music, books

Posted at 05:47 PM ET, 06/07/2012

Strathmore stretches its wings with every kind of music you can name

For its 2012-2013 season Strathmore is offering performances for every musical taste.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  05:47 PM ET, 06/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Strathmore, Strathmore Music Center, Patti Lupone, Dianne Reeves, Marvin Hamlisch

Posted at 11:34 AM ET, 06/05/2012

Nicki Minaj refuses to apologize to New York radio station — and more from the world of pop music

This week’s pop music roundup.

By Chris Richards  |  11:34 AM ET, 06/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:34 PM ET, 06/01/2012

A chat with Logan Westbrooks, the man who helped break Chuck Brown’s ‘Bustin’ Loose’

Logan Westbrooks helped Brown climb the charts in 1979 with the godfather’s signature anthem “Bustin’ Loose.”

By Chris Richards  |  12:34 PM ET, 06/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 10:38 AM ET, 05/30/2012

Doc Watson’s flatpicking folk sounds (video)

Listen to recordings from Watson’s Grammy-winning albums.

By Maura Judkis  |  10:38 AM ET, 05/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 05/25/2012

Eurovision: The funniest videos, and a D.C. watch party

What makes a good Eurovision entry? High camp.

By Maura Judkis  |  07:00 AM ET, 05/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 06:50 PM ET, 05/23/2012

“Call Me Maybe”: The song of summer 2012

The infectious bubblegum pop hit has spawned viral tributes and business cards

By Maura Judkis  |  06:50 PM ET, 05/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 05:53 PM ET, 05/23/2012

Bob Schieffer and Honky Tonk Confidential booked for Smithsonian on Flag Day

Schieffer and the award-winning band will play a selection of Civil War music in a special program for Flag Day at the National Museum of American History.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  05:53 PM ET, 05/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bob Schieffer, Honky Tonk Confidential, National Museum of American History, Civil War music, Broadcast Music Inc. Archives Confederate Music Collection, Flag Day

Posted at 11:39 AM ET, 05/23/2012

Listen to 2011 National Recording Registry additions: Prince, Donna Summer, Dolly Parton

Recordings by Prince, Donna Summer, and Edward R. Murrow will be preserved.

By Maura Judkis  |  11:39 AM ET, 05/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 11:26 AM ET, 05/22/2012

Austin City Limits announces line-up; Jay-Z unveils roster for Made In America festival — and more from the world of pop music

Jay-Z unveils roster for Made In America festival — and more from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  11:26 AM ET, 05/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 01:59 PM ET, 05/21/2012

The Bee Gees, Donna Summer: A 1979 Washington Post primer explains disco

“Disco music is for dancing, not listening.”

By Maura Judkis  |  01:59 PM ET, 05/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 11:35 AM ET, 05/21/2012

Bee Gees songs: Their number one hit singles

The Bee Gees spent a lot of time at the top of the charts.

By Maura Judkis  |  11:35 AM ET, 05/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 01:41 PM ET, 05/17/2012

Chuck Brown’s legacy: Sampled by Nelly, Duran Duran, Eve

Chuck Brown’s music provided inspiration for other artists whose work spans almost three decades.

By Maura Judkis  |  01:41 PM ET, 05/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:30 PM ET, 05/17/2012

Donna Summer dies — Remembering the disco queen through the Post archives

With the success of her 17-minute orgasmic disco epic “Love to Love You Baby,” Summer was known as “The Sex Queen of the ‘70s.”

By Chris Richards  |  12:30 PM ET, 05/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 05/17/2012

Chuck Brown dies: Remembering the ‘Godfather of Go-Go’ through The Post archives

Four must-read articles about the “Godfather of Go-Go” from The Washington Post archives.

By David Malitz  |  07:00 AM ET, 05/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 01:07 PM ET, 05/15/2012

Lady Gaga to cancel concert in Indonesia — and more from the world of pop music

Lady Gaga cancels concert in Indonesia, plus catch up on the week’s concert reviews.

By Chris Richards  |  01:07 PM ET, 05/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 02:46 PM ET, 05/11/2012

Rolling Stones’ ‘Exile on Main Street’ turns 40

By David Malitz  |  02:46 PM ET, 05/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Music | Tags:  music

Posted at 12:09 PM ET, 05/08/2012

Mike D, Ad-Rock mourn MCA, thank fans — and more from the world of pop music

Mike D and Ad-Rock mourn MCA, thank fans — and more from the world of pop music

By Chris Richards  |  12:09 PM ET, 05/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 05:16 PM ET, 05/07/2012

Animal Collective releases new tracks

The group is giving fans a sneak peak into its forthcoming album, the highly-anticipated follow-up to their 2009 success.

By Cara Kelly  |  05:16 PM ET, 05/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 03:34 PM ET, 05/04/2012

Adam Yauch dies: remembering MCA of the Beastie Boys

Adam Yauch, one of the cofounders of the Beastie Boys, died at the age of 47

By Chris Richards  |  03:34 PM ET, 05/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 01:04 PM ET, 05/02/2012

Chuck Brown death rumors swirl on twitter

The Washington music legend has been hospitalized, but his manager confirms news about his death is “just rumors.”

By Chris Richards and Nikita Stewart  |  01:04 PM ET, 05/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 05/01/2012

What brand of tire would Carrie Underwood slash?

By Chris Richards  |  10:31 AM ET, 05/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 01:01 PM ET, 04/30/2012

Young Jeezy, President Obama and the White House’s complicated relationship with hip-hop

“In my first term I sang Al Green,” the president said in his Correspondents’ dinner address. “In my second term, I'm going with Young Jeezy.”

By Chris Richards  |  01:01 PM ET, 04/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/27/2012

Stream the Sweetlife Festival on Saturday, here on the Style Blog

Watch sets by Avicii, Kid Cudi, the Shins, fun., A$AP Rocky and more.

By Chris Richards  |  06:00 AM ET, 04/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Chris Richards, Music | Tags:  music

Posted at 09:33 AM ET, 04/23/2012

Chuck Brown hospitalized; postpones show at Howard Theatre

The “Godfather of Go Go” is suffering from joint pain and inflammation.

By Maura Judkis  |  09:33 AM ET, 04/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 04:24 PM ET, 04/20/2012

Wyclef Jean’s Trayvon Martin song: ‘Justice (If You’re 17)’

Wyclef Jean’s music video reenacts the events that led to Martin’s death.

By Maura Judkis  |  04:24 PM ET, 04/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 05:55 AM ET, 04/19/2012

Dick Clark’s ‘American Bandstand’ legacy lives on — in Philadelphia

A new show on public television in Philadelphia is a direct descendant of Dick Clark’s “American Bandstand”

By Chris Richards  |  05:55 AM ET, 04/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 04:50 PM ET, 04/18/2012

Levon Helm dies at age 71

The legendary 71-year-old drummer-singer of The Band is in “the final stages of his battle with cancer.”

By Chris Richards  |  04:50 PM ET, 04/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 03:57 PM ET, 04/17/2012

Mexican rock band Mana set record; Tupac ‘hologram’ may tour — and more from the world of pop music

Plus, the ghost of gangsta rap’s past might be going on tour.

By Chris Richards  |  03:57 PM ET, 04/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 02:02 PM ET, 04/17/2012

Gotye’s ‘Somebody That I Used to Know’: The breakup song’s ubiquity

The Australian singer’s breakup song is growing more popular by the day. Why are we so attracted to his melancholy?

By Maura Judkis  |  02:02 PM ET, 04/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 10:09 AM ET, 04/16/2012

Tupac resurrected via hologram for Coachella performance with Snoop Dogg (Video)

The rapper, who died in 1996, “performed” at Coachella with Snoop Dogg on Sunday.

By Maura Judkis  |  10:09 AM ET, 04/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 01:39 PM ET, 04/13/2012

Rock Hall prepares to induct Guns N’ Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Beastie Boys and more

Axl Rose is expected to steal the show at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony without even setting foot in the building.

By Chris Richards  |  01:39 PM ET, 04/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 05:19 PM ET, 04/11/2012

Axl Rose declines induction to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

The Guns N’ Roses frontman has declined to join his bandmates at the ceremony.

By Chris Richards  |  05:19 PM ET, 04/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 08:54 AM ET, 04/11/2012

Lollapalooza: Full 2012 lineup

Dance music groups get a turn headlining the mainstage this year.

By Maura Judkis  |  08:54 AM ET, 04/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:06 PM ET, 04/10/2012

Is Lana Del Rey dating Axl Rose? — and more from the world of pop music

The latest news from the world of pop music.

By Chris Richards  |  12:06 PM ET, 04/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 10:15 AM ET, 04/09/2012

‘Alive Inside’: Documentary examines music’s positive effect on the elderly

Watch an elderly man light up when he hears the music of his youth in this inspiring documentary.

By Maura Judkis  |  10:15 AM ET, 04/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 03:29 PM ET, 04/03/2012

Beatles 2.0? Fab Four’s sons may form band

Would you listen to a next-generation Beatles?

By Maura Judkis  |  03:29 PM ET, 04/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music, Beatles

Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 04/03/2012

One Direction turns down White House invite — and more from the world of pop music

By Chris Richards  |  01:02 PM ET, 04/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 11:09 AM ET, 04/03/2012

Nils Lofgren defends Bruce Springsteen’s use of teleprompter

The E Street Band guitarist says teleprompter allows for “ambitious, ad lib moments and an inspired, musical recklessness.”

By Nils Lofgren  |  11:09 AM ET, 04/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 04:02 PM ET, 04/02/2012

With 1940 Census release, a look at the decade’s art, music and style

Nostalgia for big band music, oxford shoes and “The Philadelphia Story.”

By Maura Judkis  |  04:02 PM ET, 04/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  culture, music, fashion, art

Posted at 09:39 AM ET, 03/29/2012

Earl Scruggs: Late bluegrass legend’s most famous songs, performances (Video)

The bluegrass legend died at 88.

By Maura Judkis  |  09:39 AM ET, 03/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 03:57 PM ET, 03/28/2012

Strathmore announces summer menu of jazz, hip-hop and ukuleles

Strathmore Music Center is planning to bring in every type of music this summer--from jazz to hip-hop to ukuleles.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  03:57 PM ET, 03/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Strathmore summer schedule, Strathmore Music Center, Eva Cassidy, Tommy Tume, Ahmad Jamal, Afro Blue Vocal Band, UkeFest

Posted at 09:14 AM ET, 03/27/2012

Tenacious D video: Training ‘To Be the Best’ for new album, tour

A new video and song, “To be the Best,” from the band after a six-year hiatus.

By Maura Judkis  |  09:14 AM ET, 03/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 03:03 PM ET, 03/26/2012

Les Paul’s guitars go to auction

The music pioneer’s guitars and other effects will go to auction this year.

By Maura Judkis  |  03:03 PM ET, 03/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 01:58 PM ET, 03/26/2012

Fat Trel releases “Nightmare on E Street” mixtape

The D.C. rap star looks to make a national impact with his latest release.

By David Malitz  |  01:58 PM ET, 03/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Music | Tags:  Fat Trel, Music

Posted at 01:23 PM ET, 03/26/2012

Madonna’s ‘MDNA’: Critics react

Pop superstar’s latest release is frank and earnest about her life and divorce.

By Maura Judkis  |  01:23 PM ET, 03/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 10:05 AM ET, 03/26/2012

‘Mad Men’ to release single of ‘Zou Bisou Bisou,’ the song in everyone’s head Monday

The song that Megan Draper sang on Sunday night’s episode has its roots in French teen pop.

By Maura Judkis  |  10:05 AM ET, 03/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 02:28 PM ET, 03/23/2012

Share your #springplayist

In the city, springtime is the moment pop music goes public.

By Chris Richards  |  02:28 PM ET, 03/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 02:25 PM ET, 03/22/2012

From One Direction to Hanson: What makes a boy band a boy band?

Can a boy band play instruments?

By Maura Judkis  |  02:25 PM ET, 03/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 09:52 AM ET, 03/21/2012

Adele at 16: Video of early teen performances

A British tabloid has unearthed videos of the singer’s high school years.

By Maura Judkis  |  09:52 AM ET, 03/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 06:24 PM ET, 03/20/2012

Which Bruce Springsteen song did you love first?

By Jon DeNunzio  |  06:24 PM ET, 03/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:09 PM ET, 03/20/2012

Fiona Apple postpones D.C. concert

The singer’s bandmates have fallen ill.

By Chris Richards  |  12:09 PM ET, 03/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 10:05 AM ET, 03/20/2012

Yo-Yo Ma, Renee Fleming lead flash mob in food court

The famed soprano and cellist participated in a surprise performance at a food court in Chicago with high school students.

By Maura Judkis  |  10:05 AM ET, 03/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:42 PM ET, 03/19/2012

Lana Del Rey’s ‘Blue Jeans’ video premieres

The video continues the singer’s trend of depicting violence against women.

By Maura Judkis  |  12:42 PM ET, 03/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Entertainment, Music, Entertainment, Domestic Violence

Posted at 10:09 AM ET, 03/19/2012

Pete Seeger sings Bob Dylan’s ‘Forever Young’

Fans are trying to make Seeger the oldest musician to hit the charts.

By Maura Judkis  |  10:09 AM ET, 03/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 11:42 AM ET, 03/16/2012

SXSW: 5 rock ‘n’ roll moments

Chris Richards reports from Austin with the good news: Rock ’n’ roll is still alive.

By Maura Judkis  |  11:42 AM ET, 03/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 01:35 PM ET, 03/14/2012

Ginger Baker documentary by D.C.’s Jay Bulger wins top SXSW prize

SXSW top prize for movies goes to Washington’s Jay Bulger for his documentary on Ginger Baker

By Elizabeth Chang  |  01:35 PM ET, 03/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  South by Southwest, Movies, Music

Posted at 12:20 PM ET, 03/14/2012

Wiz Khalifa’s ‘Taylor Allderdice’ mixtape crashes website

Khalifa fans were so eager for the mixtape that its host, DatPiff, crashed.

By Maura Judkis  |  12:20 PM ET, 03/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music

Posted at 12:25 PM ET, 03/13/2012

South by Southwest: Fun with band names

SXSW’s weirdest and funniest band names.

By Maura Judkis  |  12:25 PM ET, 03/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  music, South by Southwest

Posted at 05:49 PM ET, 03/06/2012

Kennedy Center announces new jazz season

Its new artistic adviser for jazz, Jason Moran, helped curate more than 70 concerts for the series.

By Chris Richards  |  05:49 PM ET, 03/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music, Kennedy Center, Jazz

Posted at 09:21 AM ET, 03/06/2012

‘It’s a Small World’ writer Robert Sherman dies at 86

The songwriter won Academy Awards for his work on ‘Mary Poppins.’

By Maura Judkis  |  09:21 AM ET, 03/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Music

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 08/28/2011

Music of the Movement: We Shall Overcome

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  11:00 AM ET, 08/28/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/27/2011

Music of the Movement: Precious Lord, Take My Hand

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sange in the face of death, beatings, fear and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted uring that period and into the 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/27/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/26/2011

Music of the Movement: Free at Last

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/26/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 08/25/2011

Music of the Movement: People Get Ready

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arats Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during that period and into the 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  02:00 PM ET, 08/25/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/25/2011

Music of the Movement: He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and the signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/25/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  About | Tags:  Music of the Movement

Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 08/24/2011

Music of the Movement: Eyes on the Prize-2

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of those workers who sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing the songs created and adapted during the 1960s and into the 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  02:00 PM ET, 08/24/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/24/2011

Music of the Movement: Eyes on the Prize

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/24/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/23/2011

Music of the Movement: Mississippi Goddam

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during that period and into the 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/23/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/22/2011

Music of the Movement: Someday We’ll Be Free

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew, and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during that historic period and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/21/2011

Music of the Movement: Lift Every Voice and Sing

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew, and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing sons created and adapted during that historic period and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/21/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/20/2011

Music of the Movement: If I Had a Hammer

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sung in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/20/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 08/19/2011

Music of the Movement: Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Round

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sung in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  03:00 PM ET, 08/19/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/19/2011

Music of the Movement: I Wish I Knew (How It Would Feel to be Free)

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/19/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/18/2011

Music of the Movement: Woke Up This Morning with My Mind on Freedom

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sung in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/18/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 08/17/2011

Music of the Movement: A Change is Gonna Come-2

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of those workers who sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during that period and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  02:00 PM ET, 08/17/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/17/2011

Music of the Movement: A Change is Gonna Come-1

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grw. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/17/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/16/2011

Music of the Movement: I’ve Been Buked and I’ve Been Scorned

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as the civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sung in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during the Civil Rights Movement and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/16/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/15/2011

Music of the Movement: Wade in the Water

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during that period and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/15/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/14/2011

Music of the Movement: ‘Oh Freedom’

In the 1960s as the Civil Rigths Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during that period and into the early 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/14/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/13/2011

Music of the Movement: ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music also grew. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and found some strength in music, Arts Post is reviewing a number of songs adapted and created during the Civil Rights Movement and the 1970s.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/13/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 08/12/2011

Music of the Movement: ‘This Little Light of Mine’

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from community to community, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of all the voices that sang in the face of death, fear, beatings and found some strength in music, Arts Post is reviewing a number of songs adapted and created during the Civil Rights Movement

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:00 PM ET, 08/12/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 12:30 PM ET, 08/11/2011

Music of the Movement: Bernice Johnson Reagon and “Will the Circle Be Unbroken”

In the 1960s as the Civil Rights Movement grew and as civil rights workers moved from town to town, a strong body of music grew also. In appreciation of those who sang in the face of fear, and signs of progress, Arts Post is reviewing songs created and adapted during that period and into the 1970s. The dedication of a memorial to Rev. Martin L. King, Jr. is Aug. 28.

By Jacqueline Trescott  |  12:30 PM ET, 08/11/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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