Tag: african american
Smokey Robinson
Known as the "King of Motown," Smokey Robinson founded the R&B group The Miracles, which delivered 37 Top 40 hits for Motown Records.
Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder is an American musician and a former child prodigy who became one of the most creative musical figures of the 20th century with hits like "My Cherie Amour," "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" and "Superstition."
Iyanla Vanzant
Rev. Dr. Iyanla Vanzant was born as Rhonda Eva Harris in Brooklyn, New York on September 13, 1953. In 1983, after being ordained as a Yoruba priestess, she renamed herself Iyanla, meaning “great mother.” Vanzant is now a famous relationship coach, author...
Thelma Houston
A Mississippi native, Thelma Houston is a dedicated music creator and philanthropist who started out in the 1960s performing gospel music with the Art Reynolds Singers.
Diana Ross
Singer and actress Diana Ross was part of the 1960s pop/soul trio the Supremes before embarking on a successful solo career, also starring in such films as 'Lady Sings the Blues' and 'The Wiz.'
Beyonce Becomes Top Grammy Winner of All Time
She tops the late classical conductor Sir Georg Solti, who won 31 Grammys between 1963 and 1998.
Lady Marmalade
Labelle was an American all-female singing group who were a popular vocal group of the 1960s and 1970s.
Dee Dee Warwick
One of the most powerful soul singers of all time, Dee Dee Warwick was born Delia Warrick on September 25, 1945, in Newark Heights, New Jersey, into a musical family with its roots steeped in gospel music.
Whitney Houston
Whitney Elizabeth Houston was an American singer and actress. Widely referred to as "The Voice", she is one of the bestselling music artists of all time, with sales of over 200 million records worldwide.
Dionne Warwick - A "Houston" Dynasty
To celebrate the start of Black History Month let's take a look at an interview with legendary singer Dionne Warwick as she shares memories of her family's musical dynasty and the lasting legacy of Whitney Houston and her mom, Cissy.
Sweet Moment On Mom's Wedding Day
You may have seen this video of 11-year-old Mekhi Sheffield getting emotional seeing his mom in a wedding dress for the first time.
The King Philosophy
The Triple Evils of POVERTY, RACISM and MILITARISM are forms of violence that exist in a vicious cycle.
Comedian DJ Pryor And His Son Kingston
A precious moment between comedian DJ Pryor and his adorably talkative son Kingston goes viral. What happens next? Denny's!!!
Mac and Cheese and Gumbo… But Make It Vegan!
They call it soul food for a reason!
Inside Viola Davis and Julius Tennon’s Nurturing Family Refug
Architectural Digest is welcomed to Los Angeles by actor-producers Viola Davis and Julius Tennon for a tour of their tranquil, newly-renovated family home.