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10 Songs Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.

First observed in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. Day wasn’t recognized by all 50 states until 2000. It isn’t just a day just about the man; it’s a day about the dream. Here are 10 songs that pay tribute to King, his ideals and his relentless persistence for change.  read more

The 25 Best Motown Tracks

It was 53 years ago today that Berry Gordy borrowed $800 from some relatives and founded Tamla Records, a small Detroit label that would eventually lead to Motown Records.  read more

Paul McCartney to Release New Album of Covers

Paul McCartney has announced he will release a new album on Feb. 7, 2012. The album will be released on Hear Music/ Concord Records and feature covers of standards that McCartney said inspired his own music. The album will also feature two new songs from McCartney.  read more

10 Essential Keyboard Tracks to Celebrate National Piano Month

September is National Piano Month. As you’re probably well aware, musicians have been tickling the ivories for centuries now, and popular music as we know it wouldn’t be the same without the instrument....  read more

Stevie Wonder Collaborates with Drake on New Album

Young Money rapper Drake recently revealed that Stevie Wonder will appear on his sophomore album, Take Care....  read more

Stevie Wonder Auctions Personalized Piano For Charity

Influential R&B and soul artist Stevie Wonder is again paving the way for future generations of music by donating a piano for auction....  read more

American Idol Review: Top 13 Perform

When was the last time Jennifer Lopez was relevant as an artist? You’d have to go back to “Jenny From the Block,” right? At the top of tonight’s episode of American Idol, Ryan Seacrest announced that J. Lo’s new single, “On the Floor,” was iTunes’ No. 1 seller, and it began to become clear why she took this judging gig.  read more

Apollo Theater to Induct Stevie Wonder into Hall of Fame

Stevie Wonder will be honored by Harlem’s Apollo Theater later this year. Theater representatives announced that they would be inducting him into the Apollo Legends Hall of Fame. Wonder first performed there when he was 12, as part of Barry Gordy’s Motown Revue, and returned many times over the years....  read more

The 50 Best Beatles Covers of All Time

Few songwriters have been so thoroughly covered as Lennon/McCartney, and the diversity of Beatles covers is a tribute to the Fab Four's unmatched mark on pop music.  read more

Fifteen Songs About Birthdays

Might we suggest making a mix CD for the birthday-celebrating loved one in your life?  read more