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Of the long list of lyrical rap tributes to mothers over the past 50 years, none has had as an enduring impact as Tupac Shakur’s “Dear Mama.”

KayGee of Naughty By Nature has revealed that the bond between 2Pac and the rest of the New Jersey-based crew was deeper than initially thought.

Tupac Shakur's 1995 hit "Dear Mama" has endured the test of time as a heartfelt tribute to the rapper's mother, Afeni Shakur.

From Tupac to Jay-Z, many a rap artist has set pen to paper to pay homage to the women who gave them birth.

Steely Dan's "complicated" relationship with rap samples is explored in an exclusive excerpt from a new book on the group.

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From writing songs for Sting and Donna Summer to composing the Tony Award-winning musical The Color Purple, Brenda Russell keeps reaching new heights.

The late Tupac Shakur, better known as 2Pac, was an American rapper, actor, and social activist who left an indelible mark on the music industry during his short but illustrious career. Known for his powerful lyrics, fierce personality, and raw honesty, 2Pac's music continues to resonate with audiences today, almost 25 years after his untimely

Exclusive Interview by Karen Beishuizen Tom Scott is a legendary saxophone player who founded L.A. Express while leading the house band at The Baked Potato in North Hollywood. He worked with Joni Mitchell on several of her albums. He composed the theme song for Starsky and Hutch. Whitney Houston cal

Matt Cusson has worked with several well-known musicians including Stevie Wonder, Megan Hilty, Christina Aguilera and the Berkshires own James Taylor. Last year, he was nominated for a Grammy.