Explore Donovan’s 1966 classic “Season of the Witch,” its psychedelic roots, memorable covers, and Alanis Morissette’s haunting new version.

Explore Sam Cooke’s remarkable career, timeless songs and musical family legacy, from Linda Womack to today’s Womack Sisters.

Discover who wrote and recorded “Witch Doctor,” how the 1958 novelty hit inspired Alvin and the Chipmunks, and where it later appeared onscreen.

Discover how Cakewalk music grew from Black American traditions, influenced ragtime and survived in old-time fiddle and string-band music.

Discover Pittsburgh's historic 7101 Apple Street, home of Mary Cardwell Dawson's opera company and a landmark of Black music and culture.

Founded by Mary Cardwell Dawson in 1941, the National Negro Opera Company opened doors for Black singers on America's opera stages.

Discover Mary Cardwell Dawson, the pioneering educator whose Pittsburgh music school trained Black artists and helped reshape American opera.

The story behind Art Kane’s iconic 1958 “A Great Day in Harlem” photo, which gathered dozens of jazz legends on one Harlem stoop.

Miss the days of turning on TV and watching music videos? These channels still play them, from '80s and '90s classics to today's biggest hits.

Explore the history of the A Different World theme song, from Phoebe Snow and Aretha Franklin to Boyz II Men and Brandy's 2026 reboot version.

Discover how Ne-Yo wrote "Irreplaceable" in about an hour, planned to sing it himself, and how Beyoncé turned it into one of her biggest hits.

Discover the story behind The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia, the 1973 hit by Vicki Lawrence and its unforgettable twist ending.

Discover the story behind Ain't No Mountain High Enough, from Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell's iconic duet to Diana Ross' unforgettable solo hit.

Discover the story behind Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On," the groundbreaking 1971 hit that transformed Motown and became a timeless anthem for social change.

Discover the story behind Gordon Lightfoot's "If You Could Read My Mind," its emotional inspiration, chart success, and the five greatest cover versions.