The New York Times – Music:
Before the 2024 awards on Sunday, revisit a ceremony where the Recording Academy got it right, honoring the Beatles, Bobbie Gentry, Aretha Franklin and more.
Category: Rhythm and Blues (Music)
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Ariana Grande’s House-Groove Kiss-Off, and 9 More New Songs
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks by Lil Nas X, Waxahatchee, serpentwithfeet and others.
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Les McCann, a Jazz Pianist and Singer, Dies at 88
The New York Times – Music:
He released more than 50 albums but had his greatest commercial success with “Compared to What,” a recording that came together at the last minute in 1969.
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Amp Fiddler, Versatile Keyboardist, Singer and Mentor, Dies at 65
The New York Times – Music:
A mainstay of Detroit’s soul, funk and electronic music scenes, he also offered guidance to young hip-hop and electronic music aspirants, notably J Dilla.
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10 New Christmas Albums for 2023
The New York Times – Music:
Our critics on 10 new holiday albums from Cher, Robert Glasper, Sabrina Carpenter and more.
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Chatting About the Best Songs of 2023
The New York Times – Music:
The most impactful tracks of the year come from different genres and generations — and not all of them are traditional songs.
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The Albums That Defined 2023? Let’s Discuss.
The New York Times – Music:
Our critics debate their year-end lists (and agree on SZA, Olivia Rodrigo and 100 gecs!) in a wrap-up of the year in LPs.