Gadson, who started his career in the 1960s, was known as one of the most prolific studio drummers in R&B history.

Judy Cheeks, an R&B and soul singer best known for her time performing with Ike and Tina Turner’s Ikettes, has died. She was 71. Her friend, Bill Shrader, shared a statement on Facebook on Nov. 28.

“The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life … After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are heartbroken to announce that Michael D’Angelo Archer, known to ...

James was discovered as a teen by talent scout Johnny Otis. Her career took off in the '60s with hits like "All I Could Do Was Cry" and "At Last." She died in 2012. Originally broadcast in 1994. This ...

Popular R&B singer Ray J has delivered some heartbreaking news on Instagram telling his fans doctors believe he has less than a year to live. “I want to thank everybody for praying for me,” the singer ...

Legendary pop/R&B vocalist Roberta Flack, who was launched to stardom in the early ’70s by the Grammy-winning hits “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” has died ...