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January 2016

In Memoriam: Natalie Cole

January 1, 2016
Though she was the daughter of a King (Nat King Cole to be exact), Natalie Cole didn’t let her father’s legacy overshadow or impede the creation of her own. A major player across R&B, soul, and jazz throughout her 6 decade career in music, she will be greatly missed and

The 19 “97” Songs of 2015!

January 1, 2016
This year saw a diverse array of songs topping the charts and filling the airwaves. Of course, the usual stars continue to dominate not only the charts, but our hearts too. From touring partners Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas, to R&B divas like Jill Scott and Tamar Braxton, we’ve got

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