R&B

A night of high-octane blues and soul, courtesy of the harmonica-wielding 'American Idol' champ.

Underneath whatever sonic raiment Brandy Norwood has donned, her mystique, sensitivity and unmistakable voice have driven some of the finest R&B recorded.

It's been a great reflection time for this amazing musician as his new upcoming album, and other new developments bridge back 15 years to when his 1982 hit "1999" anthem rocked the whole year.

Unlike most bands from the classic rock era, War's style never quite went "out of style" the way, say, southern rock or progressive rock did. Funky is still funky.

A Limited Edition Blu-ray release of the 40th Anniversary film 'Woodstock: 3 Days of Peace and Music' with never-before-scene footage comes out this summer.

After leaving the Temptations, David Ruffin released two solo albums within a period of six months. Both have now been reissued as a two-for-one CD.

This album is a timely reminder of how the soul of rock and roll is still rebellion.

The 'Essential Earth, Wind & Fire' collection tells the band's story better than anything I can think of, and it is one that is well worth hearing.

Irma Thomas’ material probably would not have changed the course of soul music but remains a good example of the soul sound of the early 1970s.

Thirteen songs, including two written by Prince, show off Warfield's "alternative R&B soul."