Roots of R&B: Singer/songwriter Etta James

James was discovered as a teen by talent scout Johnny Otis. Her career took off in the '60s with hits like "All I Could Do ...

Roots of R&B: Singer LaVern Baker

Baker was one of Atlantic Records' first big success stories, with a series of hits in the 1950s, including "Bumblebee" and "Jim Dandy." She died in 1997. Originally broadcast in 1991.
The Advocate

A lesson in rhythm and blues before next week's big revue at the Manship Theatre

What is R&B, where’d it come from and where’d it go? An array of five-star entertainers will give a musical answer to these questions when the Manship Theatre presents the "Rhythm and Blues Revue" at ...
The Denver Post

Sheryl McCallum and David Nehls bring the legend of R&B great Ruth Brown to the Denver Center

It wasn’t the first time — or the last — that David Nehls would see the legendary R&B singer Ruth Brown. Still, it might have been the most indelible. The noted local pianist and musical director was ...
WMAZ

Atlanta Rhythm Section, Con Funk Shun co-headlining 2022 Warner Robins Independence Celebration

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — The 2022 Warner Robins Independence Day Celebration is just weeks away and Mayor LaRhonda Patrick announced musical acts Friday! This year is a bit different from previous years ...