Author: Thomas Newman

Ray Charles didn’t earn the nickname ‘The Genius” for nothing. In the ’50s, he pioneered soul music, blending R&B with blues, jazz, and gospel to come up with a whole new genre. In the early…

Work is a fundamental part of the human experience. Our earlier ancestors fed themselves through hunting and gathering. Later, they settled down as farmers, which led to the social institutions that made specialization possible. More…

Bloodstone is an American band best known for its releases over two decades. However, it’s been around longer than interested individuals might expect. After all, it formed in the 1960s, meaning its members honed their…

Joe Stampley is an American whose music career started in the 1960s. He tends to be known for being a country singer, whether by himself or in partnership with Moe Bandy. However, there was a…

Hank Williams is an American country music singer, songwriter, musician, and guitarist. Williams was an influential singer, and his music has impacted several generations down the line. He has recorded 35 singles, which emerged on…

When Ozzy Osbourne was fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, it could have been the end of him. Instead, he rebounded with a debut solo project that not only established his legend, but that kickstarted…

The Bee Gees are often thought of as just another 1970s band, but the siblings were undoubtedly among the best pop stars. Bee Gees have influenced artists from around the globe, and they deserve recognition…

When it comes to longevity, Chicago has most bands beat. The group formed in 1967, and despite multiple lineup changes in the years since, they’re still recording, still selling out stadiums, and still keeping their…

Santana is a rock legend that has been one of the best bands in history. The band features Carlos Santana, an all-time great guitarist and it hails from San Francisco where it was previously referred…