Jul 18th, 2008 · Jo Stafford was a favorite entertainer of soldiers during World War II. Stafford and her husband, pianist Randy Weston, also performed a bad cabaret act as their alter egos, Jonathan and Darlene Edwards. Stafford died of congestive heart failure Sunday. She was 90.
Jul 7th, 2008 · Jazz singer Rene Marie's decision to sing, "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing," the so-called Black national anthem at a Denver civic event was met with overwhelming scorn. The songstress was invited to the event to sing the mainstream national anthem, "The Star Spangled Banner." Marie explains the fallout and why she doesn't regret her decision.
Jun 20th, 2008 · Breakthrough Welsh songstress Duffy sings with a roughness and soul which is well suited for her brand of Motown-influenced pop. She joins host David Dye on the World Cafe with songs from her debut album, Rockferry.
Jun 16th, 2008 · Lizz Wright opens her music file and tells listeners what she grooves to when she's not sampling her own work. The popular soul singer shares her appreciation for fellow artists, such as Gilberto Gil and Virginia Rodriguez.
Feb 26th, 2008 · Hawaiian songstress "Aunty" Genoa Leilani Keawe, an icon of traditional music in the islands, died Monday at her home on Oahu. Keawe had been a mainstay at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort. This week, her granddaughter will replace her on stage and try to keep her traditional Hawaiian music alive.
Sep 19th, 2007 · Dana Owens, also known as "Queen Latifah," continues to experience tremendous success as an award-winning rapper, actress and songstress. The New Jersey-native talks about her new jazz and soul album Trav'lin Light and what's next on her agenda.
May 24th, 2007 · The Grammy-Award winning songstress opens up her music file and talks about what she's listening to.
Jan 4th, 2006 · Ed Gordon talks with young rhythm and blues songstress Leela James. She talks about her debut CD, A Change is Gonna Come, and her love for classic soul music.