Trailblazing R&B artist Betty Wright sadly died on this date in 2020. Born on December 21, 1953, Wright was 66 years old when she succumbed to cancer. Amazingly, Betty had been a recording artist for ...

Damita Jo Freeman left an indelible mark on the dance and entertainment industry when she soared to fame on the iconic Soul Train. Known for her flexibility, creative dance moves and infectious ...

From 1971 to 2006, “Soul Train” was the place to see some of the hottest Black musical artists on television. But viewers didn’t just tune in for the music; they came back week after week to watch a ...

For millions of people in the 1970s, the week was not complete without Soul Train. Writer Nelson George captures the legacy of the show and its creator in his new book The Hippest Trip in America. I'm ...