Category : Performance

Terrell was born Thomasina Montgomery, the first daughter of Jennie, a former actress, and Thomas, a barbershop owner, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on April 29, 1945....

A Big Band Leader of the Swing Era Andy Kirk may not have been a prominent soloist, arranger, or commanding personality in the jazz world,...

Born in Galveston, Texas, Barry White grew up singing gospel songs with his mother and taught himself to play piano. He made his first record...

Joe Tex was an American rhythm and blues singer who was popular in the 1960s and 1970s. He is most famous for his hits “Hold...

Lou Rawls was an American singer, songwriter, and actor who made a significant impact on the music industry. With his smooth baritone voice and impeccable...

Louise Beavers was an accomplished African American actress, known for her pioneering work in Hollywood during the early 20th century. Born on March 8, 1902,...

Along with the Supremes, Martha & the Vandellas defined the distaff side of the Motown sound in the ’60s. Their biggest hits, including “Heat Wave,”...

The Marvelettes were an all-girl group whose original members were Gladys Horton, Katherine Anderson, Georgeanna Tillman, Juanita Cowart, and Georgia Dobbins. They came together in...

Florence Ballard’s musical journey began in Detroit, Michigan, where she was born on June 30, 1943. Growing up in a large family, Ballard’s love for...

Mary Wilson, a name that resonates with the golden era of Motown, is a legendary figure who played a pivotal role in shaping the music...