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Have You Heard the Story of Betty Davis, a Sexy, Explicit Funk Singer Who Was Ahead of Her Time?

Before there was Erykah Badu, Janelle Monae or Cardi B, there was Betty Davis, a sexy funk and soul singer who made a name ...
The Root

The Story of the Legendary Betty Davis, An Explicit Funk Singer Who Was Ahead of Her Time

Before there was Erykah Badu, Janelle Monae or Cardi B, there was Betty Davis, a sexy funk and soul singer who made a name ...

The 50 Best Rock Bands (Full List): Staff Picks

Our writers' picks for the very best bands since rock became a permanent part of popular music. One thing is for sure every year around the time of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies — ...

Cody Johnson Scores His Highest Hot Country Songs Debut With ‘Travelin’ Soldier’

Cody Johnson debuts at No. 2 on Billboard ’s Hot Country Songs chart (dated Nov. 22) with a take on The Chicks’ “Travelin’ ...

Germany's Kessler twins, who became dance stars in the 50s and 60s, die at 89

Alice and Ellen Kessler, twin dancers and singers who launched their international career in the 1950s and performed with ...