James Brown
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City of Clemson Pays Homage to Chitlin’ Circuit Nightclub Where Ray Charles Performed
Historical marker is set to be erected at the site where The Littlejohn Grill once stood.
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Years-Long Dispute Over James Brown’s Estate Finally Nears An End
The late 'Get On Up' singer’s assets have been the topic of legal and familial turmoil for almost 15 years.
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Can I Get a 'Soul Clap'?: A Musical Journey In a Cadillac With Pop
For the 'A Song For My Father' Father's Day Series, Dustin Seibert shares how a musical playlist of half-a-century old jams reminds him of his father
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What's New and Black on Netflix in March 2021? Well, You Can Get On Up and Pay Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
LMAO, you (racists who send us hateful emails for every little thing) thought we were going to stop talking about Black-ass content now that Black History Month is over?! Ha! Welcome to The Root! This month—also known as the month where we’re all going to see Facebook memories chronicling the beginning of multiple states across…
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28 Days of Black Joy: Watching This Soul Train Dancer Makes Me Feel Free
I can’t remember who I was debating the first time I came across the video featuring the bold and confident dancer who hopped on stage during James Brown’s performance of “Super Bad” on Soul Train, but I’m certain the reason for the dispute was about a James Brown lyric. (I’m also certain the person I…
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There May Be a New Investigation Underway Into James Brown's Death
The Godfather of Soul is back—or at least investigations into his death may be. Iconic singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, record producer and bandleader James Brown died reportedly of heart failure in 2006 at age 73. But the Fulton County district attorney is taking another look at his death after a woman surfaced with a surprising…
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In His Shoes: Lenny Kravitz Shows Off Collectibles From His Idols for GQ
Aside from being a bona fide rock star, Lenny Kravitz is known as a man of style. In addition to his own incredible personal aesthetic, he’s also the creative force behind Kravitz Design, which has created and collaborated on everything from sunglasses to hotel suites to a collection of furniture for CB2. So when the…