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The story of music in Philadelphia is part of the special program "Our America: Hidden Stories" with journalist Nikole Hannah Jones

Typical of many soul-stirring songs from the 1970s, Wake Up Everybody by Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes called for global unity amid turmoil in Vietnam and the Middle East. The cl...

The year 1968 was a tumultuous time in American history, marked by protests, social unrest, and political upheaval. Despite this, the music of the time reflected a diverse range of styles and sounds, from the soulful melodies of Aretha Franklin to the psychedelic rock of The Doors. In this article, we will explore the top

Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy formed the Independents in Jerry Butler’s songwriting workshop, and after the band's short life, they went on to partner with the likes of Natalie Cole and Ronnie Dyson.

The Philadelphia Music Alliance , a community-based not-for-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Philadelphias rich musical legacy, has officially... | April 25, 2023

Philadelphia Music Alliance's Walk of Fame celebrates the best and brightest across the local music scene. And this year's honorees certainly continued that tradition of excellence along the Avenue of the Arts.

To go with Philadelphia’s forever-held reputation for carb-loading local foods and harsh-mellowing opinionated sports fans, is the loving fact that this city’s history of homegrown music is second-to-none. From opera, […]

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By The Associated Press Today in History Today is Saturday, April 8, the 98th day of 2023. There are 267 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in Hist