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Stevie Wonder’s Ghanaian citizenship reflects long-standing links between African Americans and the continent

There’s a long history of African Americans settling in Ghana or keeping in close contact with the first African country to gain independence. This relationship has most recently been exemplified by musician Stevie Wonder taking up Ghanaian citizenship.

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“I knew my pentatonic scales before I went to Berklee – and 90% of the time that’s what I’m called upon to play”: For the third time in his career, Chris Chaney has landed one of bassdom’s most coveted gigs – a slot in the re-energized AC/DC

Jazz-schooled bassist Chris Chaney has now secured three career-defining gigs – first with Alanis Morissette and Jane’s Addiction, and now with AC/DC

Guitar World

Apple Music’s top 100 albums of all time sparks fan debate as Michael Jackson misses out on top spot

Ranking of classic records has caused debate among many in the music community

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Lauryn Hill's classic 'Miseducation' album tops Apple Music's list of best albums of all time

Let the debate begin

The Independent UK

Richard Bernstein's bold covers for Andy Warhol's 'Interview' magazine go on show in New York

Bernstein's portraits of stars, including Cher, Stevie Wonder, Fran Lebowitz, Mick Jagger and Grace Jones can be seen at Neuehouse, Manhattan.

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Erykah Badu: "The urban legend is that my p***y makes people change jobs and Gods"

It’s 14 years since landmark musician, doula and queen of woke Erykah Badu released her last album - but the neo-soul pioneer hints that she has a musical baby on the way

Evening Standard

"It was just the lifestyle. You don't know you're making history when you're doing it": Dave Mason on his fantasy musical adventure

Former Traffic man Dave Mason on playing with Jimi Hendrix, the Rolling Stones, George Harrison, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac and more

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Gary Clark Jr. thought about quitting music to open a BBQ restaurant: Instead, with a little help from Stevie Wonder, he made the best album of his career

With new album JPEG RAW Gary Clark Jr. has thrown off the labels and delivered a musically diverse record while still hitting the social commentary hard

Louder

7 best music documentaries to stream right now

Feel the beat in these great music and band documentaries

Tom’s Guide

Stevie Wonder flexes his Clavinet chops as he hits the stage with Gary Clark Jr to perform What About The Children

If you’re a fan of early-’70s Stevie, this might hit the spot

MusicRadar

“Dad would never touch the gunk that had built up on the fingerboard. He told me, ‘The dirt keeps the funk’”: Inside the sound and style of Motown master James Jamerson

Five top low-enders with links to the bass great dissect the James Jamerson style

Guitar World

“Stevie Wonder told me I needed to do 5 hours a day to get good at piano”: Super-producer Raphael Saadiq on taking advice from a legend, his love of Teles and creating musical history with Beyoncé and D’Angelo

“I guess we were sort of playing a game to see who could get the furthest behind without getting off beat,” says Saadiq of the recording of D’Angelo’s Lady

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“Carlos Santana said, ‘I’ll play bass – you play guitar.’ I said I couldn’t, but he told me whatever I played belonged to me. I could own it”: Super-producer Raphael Saadiq on how he switched to guitar and earned his signature Fender Telecaster

The Grammy-winning producer has worked with the biggest names in music. He explains why the Telecaster has appeared on every album he’s ever worked on – and shares what he learned from Stevie Wonder, Beyoncé, Barry Gibb and countless others

Guitar World

‘I’ve used hairbrushes, spatulas, car keys, apples ...’ Sheila E on drumming with Prince, Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson and more

The Latin music legend – back, at 66, with her first salsa album – answers your questions on her star collaborations, screen chemistry, and what she and Stevie Wonder still can’t agree on

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Henry Mancini tribute album features Quincy Jones conducting John Williams and Herbie Hancock on the Peter Gunn theme, and Lizzo trading flute licks with James Galway on the Pink Panther

Both recordings are set to appear on a tribute album celebrating Mancini’s 100th birthday

Louder

"If you just stay in your comfort zone all the time, you keep writing the same type of songs over and over again": The Pineapple Thief are rejuvenated, regenerated and on a roll

The PineappleThief almost called it quits back in 2016, but with founder Bruce Soord bringing in creative partner Gavin Harrison it's like a whole new band

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Iconic Songs Of The 70S Still Resonate With New Generations

Explore the diverse and iconic music of the 1970s, from rock anthems to disco hits, that continue to captivate audiences today.

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Exploring The Top 10 Best US Singers Of 2005

Explore the talent and influence of ten iconic American singers, from Beyoncé to Frank Sinatra.

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"This assault on human creativity must be stopped": Pearl Jam, Stevie Wonder, Billie Eilish and 200 more artists call for protections against threat of AI

"We must protect against the predatory use of AI to steal professional artists' voices and likenesses, violate creators' rights, and destroy the music ecosystem," reads an open letter from the Artist Rights Alliance

The Guardian - US

Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj, Stevie Wonder and more musicians demand protection against AI

Letter signed by more than 200 artists makes broad ask that tech firms pledge to not develop AI tools to replace human creatives

Fashion Times

Beyoncé Accepts the iHeartRadio Innovator Award in a Leather Western Outfit by Versace

Beyoncé hit the stage at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in a vintage Versace black leather fringed shirt, pants, a cowboy hat and boots.

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Women In Music Shine At Iheartradio Awards 2024 In Hollywood

The iHeartRadio Awards 2024 celebrated women in music with iconic performances and heartfelt speeches, honoring legends like Cher and Beyoncé.

Louder

"Sounds like someone broke Satan's heart": seven hit singles that sound like doom classics when slowed down to 33rpm

Slowing 45rpm singles down to 33rpm just hits differently

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Beyoncé Collaborates With Stevie Wonder On 'Jolene' Harmonica Feature

Beyoncé honored with Innovator Award at iHeartRadio Music Awards, collaborating with Stevie Wonder on 'Jolene' cover from Cowboy Carter album.

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Beyoncé Reveals Stevie Wonder Played Harmonica On 'Jolene'

Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' album credits reveal Stevie Wonder's harmonica feature on 'Jolene.' Beyoncé's iHeartRadio Music Awards speech emphasizes innovati...

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