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Lionel Richie's R&B Smash Songs Were the Soundtrack of an Era

Lionel Richie’s music from the late 70s to mid-80s was characterized by a soothing quality, with songs like 'Three Times a Lady' establishing a unique mode of uncomplicated feelings and unhurried words. His ballads, such as 'Endless Love' and 'Truly,' became synonymous with declarations of love, providing a soundtrack for countless nuptials. Richie's ability to convey deep emotions with minimalism set his work apart during a time of global upheaval, offering listeners a sense of calm and shelter.
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from48 hills
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Michael Jackson and Prince deserve better - 48 hills

Michael grossed $97 million domestically, setting a record for music biopics, but lacks a complex portrayal of Michael Jackson's life.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A broken heart can turn somebody into a bad Casanova': breakout R&B star Leon Thomas on defiance, D'Angelo and his doggie' persona

Leon Thomas is gaining recognition in R&B, collaborating with legends and performing at major events like Coachella and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame tribute.
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2 months ago

Cher's Eyes See 'Luther Grandross'

Cher presented Record of the Year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, and the whole situation was rife with snafus. To begin, the ceremony chose to present her with her Lifetime Achievement Award at the beginning of the segment. That made Cher think she was done with being onstage once host Trevor Noah presented her with the trophy, so she tried to leave. Grammys president Harvey Mason Jr. then had to shoo her back to the microphone to actually unveil the Record of the Year award.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Al Green: The sex symbol who became a reverend after a tragedy

Al Green suffered severe burns when his partner threw boiling grits on his back; she then fatally shot herself in his Memphis home.
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