Kip Lornell, a George Washington University ethnomusicologist, compiled a new collection for Smithsonian Folkways called Classic African American Gospel. He talks about the roots of Motown in gospel ...

Elvis Presley, often called the King of Rock and Roll, was one of the most influential and successful musicians of the 20th century. Known for his distinctive voice and energetic performances, Elvis ...

Country Music Hall of Famer Barbara Mandrell is reaching into her deep catalog and giving one of her classic albums a first-time digital release. Precious Memories: 20 Hymns & Gospel Classics will ...

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Shimmy Jiyane and Latroit about their new project to reimagine classic House tracks to tell the story of the roots of the genre – translated and sung by the choir in Zulu.

When the recording sessions were done and the quartet was on the plane back home, they realized yet another change was in order: the name of their project. The members of the Classic Gospel Sons ...

Easter weekend is here, and millions of people around the world will gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion on Good Friday. Those who celebrate are giving thanks ...

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jason Mraz’s love of his grandmother has prompted his entry into gospel music with a deeply personal project nearly two decades in the making. His ninth studio album, ...