Oct 21st, 2008 · Fast Rap, a style of hyperactive and multisyllabic rap spewed over uptempo beats, is nearly extinct. Listen to five classic early-'90s songs that exemplify the trend, from artists such as Percee P, Lonnie O, Organized Konfusion and Pete Rock and C.L. Smooth.
Jul 31st, 2008 · Rock historian Ed Ward considers Lonnie Mack, who sings soulfully and plays a mean guitar. While his career has slowed since the 1960s, he's still chugging along, writing new material from his Tennessee log cabin.
Jun 24th, 2008 · The new jazz supergroup, featuring B3 organ master Dr. Lonnie Smith, brings the music of the Crescent City to the New York-based Latin soul music called boogaloo. In a session from Jazz24, the band is paired down to a trio with alto saxophonist Donald Harrison and guitarist Peter Bernstein.
Mar 28th, 2008 · The man credited with playing some of the first recorded guitar solos is today largely forgotten. But a group of Philadelphia-based musicians have just produced a tribute to the early master of blues, jazz and pop.
Jan 27th, 2005 · NPR's Tony Cox talks with organ master Dr. Lonnie Smith about art of the Hammond B3, his extensive music career and his latest CD, Too Damn Hot.
Aug 30th, 2004 · Day to Day senior producer Steve Proffitt profiles Los Angeles resident Lonnie George, whose hobby is racing remote control cars.