Women’s History: The Supremes vs. The British Invasion: A Chart Battle for the Ages
(March 21, 2025). Diana Ross has a birthday coming up (March 26). As a lifelong fan, combined with the occasion of Women’s History Month, I’m celebrating by recalling one of…
20 Essential Songs Stevie Wonder Wrote for (or Gave To) Women — From Divas to Hidden Gems
(March 16, 2025). For more than six decades, ever since a 13-year-old Stevie Wonder topped the Billboard charts in 1963 with his classic “Fingertips, Pt 2,” the word “genius” has…
Dawn Robinson, Once of En Vogue, Now Homeless. Her Only Crimes? Great Talent, Bad Contracts, Trusting Others
(March 13, 2025). Dawn Robinson surprised her longtime fans when the former En Vogue member released a YouTube video (March 11) announcing she’s been living in her car for the…
King Charles & Diana (no, not that one): I Did Not Have This on My Musical Card in 2025
(March 11, 2025). Not that my favorite song of all time (don’t judge me) needed a royal endorsement, but I certainly wasn’t expecting the kind that came out of Buckingham…
The Unmatched Chart Feat of Tony! Toni! Toné!’s ‘The Revival’—And D’Wayne Wiggins’ Role in It
(March 10, 2025). Call what R&B legends Tony! Toni! Toné! achieved in 1990-91 a case of knowing when to stop or at least quitting while they were ahead. They accomplished…