It's overwhelming to consider all of the cover songs that came out of the 1960s, which was a sign of competitiveness and the desire for creative freedom.

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The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company’s season at New York Live Arts features the premiere of “Curriculum III: People, Places & Things.” ...

Dito van Reigersberg has plenty to celebrate this May. The actor and co-founder of Pig Iron Theatre is marking two major milestones: the 30th anniversary of the acclaimed local theater company and two ...

The free annual gathering takes place in Piedmont Park May 24 through May 26. Here’s what you need to know, including weekend highlights. :: Aside from its official purpose as a federal holiday ...

Nina Simone recorded over 40 albums in her lifetime, and is a massive inspiration on a whole host of artists, as well as a host of empowering songs and standards such as the UK Official Singles ...

Jazz, soul, rock vocalist iO, does it all, singer, songwriter, and vocal arranger with a voice and style often compared to ...

In honor of her 71st birthday today, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with Nina Simone’s inspiring beauty moments over the years. Nina Simone’s timeless legacy isn’t just heard in her ...

Nina Simone was born Eunice Kathleen Waymon in Tryon, North Carolina on February 21, 1933, was an American singer, songwriter, musician, arranger, and civil rights activist. Nina Simone first ...