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Songs recorded by the artists on Stax Records from the 1960s-80s are featured in the cabaret “I’ll Take You There: Stax Record Co.” at Signature Theatre until Nov. 24. (Courtesy of Signature Theatre)

R&B Hits from Stax Records Bring Back Memories at the Signature Theatre Cabaret

by Brenda C. Siler November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

The beauty of Whitney Houston's talent was presented by the National Symphony Orchestra in the production "The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration" at the Kennedy Center. (Marc Bryan-Brown, courtesy of the estate of Whitney Houston)

Feeling Love from Whitney Houston in Kennedy Center Production

by Brenda C. Siler November 13, 2024November 15, 2024

**FILE** Quincy Jones in his studio in 1980 (Los Angeles Times/UCLA, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons)

Legendary Producer Quincy Jones Dies at 91, Leaving a Monumental Legacy in Music and Culture

by Stacy M. Brown November 4, 2024November 4, 2024

"Luther Vandross: Never Too Much," the documentary from award-winning producer/director Dawn Porter, will have a sneak preview screening in D.C.-area theaters in October and November (Courtesy of Matthew Rolston)

‘Luther Vandross: Never Too Much’: The Documentary That Can’t Wait

by Brenda C. Siler October 30, 2024November 1, 2024

Toronto's David Matisse, better known as akaMatisse, a Juno Award-winning musician, brings his acclaimed LowKey Concert series to Culture in Ivy City on Oct. 24, promising a fresh take on the traditional piano bar experience.(Courtesy photo)

Classical Meets Lo-Fi: Toronto’s akaMatisse Brings Innovative Piano Bar Experience to D.C.’s Culture

by WI Web Staff October 23, 2024October 23, 2024

**FILE** Whitney Houston performs "Greatest Love of All" on March 31, 1991, during the HBO-televised concert "Welcome Home Heroes with Whitney Houston" honoring the troops, who took part in Operation Desert Storm, their families, and military and government dignitaries. (PH2 Mark Kettenhofen via Wikimedia Commons)

Whitney Houston’s Iconic South Africa Concert to Be Released in First-Ever Live Album and Concert Film

by Stacy M. Brown October 16, 2024October 16, 2024

Meshell Ndegeocello in a live performance of her new album, "No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin," at The Music Center at Strathmore on Saturday, Oct. 5 (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Meshell Ndegeocello Debuts Prophetic Musical Odyssey: ‘No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin’

by Jada Ingleton October 7, 2024October 7, 2024

**FILE** John Amos (U.S. National Archives via Wikimedia Commons)

John Amos, Beloved ‘Good Times’ Star and Emmy-Nominated Actor, Dies at 84

by Stacy M. Brown October 1, 2024October 1, 2024

**FILE** Pras Michel (MiamiFilmFestival via Wikimedia Commons)

Pras Michel Files Lawsuit Against Lauryn Hill Alleging Fraud and Breach of Contract Over Fugees Reunion Tour

by Stacy M. Brown October 1, 2024October 1, 2024

Cat Glover as seen on the cover of her 1989 single "Catwoman"

Cat Glover, Iconic Dancer and Collaborator with Prince, Dies at 62

by Stacy M. Brown September 25, 2024December 19, 2024