Grammy-winning artist D’Angelo was laid to rest Saturday in Virginia, where Stevie Wonder performed in an emotional tribute to the neo-soul pioneer.

Born and raised in Detroit, Freeman teaches at Oakland University and is the author of “Fight Songs” and “Poolside at the Dearborn Inn.” His work blends lyric intensity with gritty urban ...

The 27th annual Angel Ball, which benefits cancer research, takes place Monday night in New York City, and among the ...

Musicals have the magical ability of taking the audience on a journey through a landscape of sound and visuals. They celebrate storytelling in a way that blends instrumental themes with lyrical arcs, ...

In a deeply personal postcard from NPR’s Emmanuel Akinwotu, we go the funeral of his venerated grandfather in Nigeria. It was a huge celebration of life, with music and dance. However, the family was ...

Mohan Lal staged his own funeral in Konchi village, Gaya district, Bihar He lay on a bier and was taken to the crematorium with rituals and songs Hundreds of villagers attended before he rose, ...

One of neo-soul's most celebrated names, the visionary's top hits include "Brown Sugar" and the Grammy-winning "Untitled" and "Really Love." By Trevor Anderson Despite a shorter songbook than many of ...

Once a week we share tributes from family and friends for lost loved ones who have died across Nottinghamshire. Each notice will remain online forever, providing a place for people to look back on and ...

Here's who produced the most No. 1s on Hot Latin Songs in the first quarter of the century, as part of Billboard's yearlong retrospective. The rich breadth and range of Latin music is beautifully laid ...

Baby names seem to be getting more extravagant and experimental as time goes on. Back in the day, most names were common, and people didn't opt for unique or stand-out monikers for their children.

AYESHA RASCOE, BYLINE: In many parts of Nigeria, funerals are often huge celebrations of life, but they can also involve some painful and unwelcome demands. NPR's Emmanuel Akinwotu experienced just ...

AYESHA RASCOE, BYLINE: In many parts of Nigeria, funerals are often huge celebrations of life, but they can also involve some painful and unwelcome demands. NPR's Emmanuel Akinwotu experienced just ...