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Detroit songbird Kathy Kosins’ versatility spans multiple decades and genres
Chris Campbell
August 26, 2022
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How Anita Baker redefined Quiet Storm music with sophisticated soul
Chris Campbell
July 22, 2022
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Jody Watley enjoys longevity through constant musical evolution
Chris Campbell
April 30, 2022
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From Award-Winning Journalist to Recording Artist: the Musical Journey of Evrod Cassimy
Chris Campbell
December 30, 2021
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Groundbreaking Quartet Kraftwerk Forever Revolutionized Electronic Music
Chris Campbell
December 28, 2021
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French Sister Act Les Nubians Melds International Influences
Chris Campbell
December 23, 2021
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Watch DPTV’s ‘Detroit Performs Live From Marygrove,” Curated by WDET
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November 27, 2021
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From Stevie Wonder’s Backup Singer to Solo Star, Maysa Makes Waves
Chris Campbell
September 21, 2021
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From Acid Jazz Pioneers to Electronic Music Trailblazers, Jamiroquai Forges New Roads
Chris Campbell
June 16, 2021
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Leaf Erikson Is Pushing Hip-Hop Forward With Throwback Sensibilities
Chris Campbell
June 11, 2021
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Exploring the Fusion of Danceable Techno and Funk Through the Group Deee-Lite
Chris Campbell
May 21, 2021
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Iconic Producer and Rapper Q-Tip Blurs Genre Lines to Push Hip-Hop Forward
Chris Campbell
May 17, 2021
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Amp Fiddler, Motown’s Progressive Funk and Soul Man, Connects the Dots of Detroit’s Rich Musical Heritage
Chris Campbell
March 19, 2021
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Discover the Smooth Sounds of Legendary Composer, Arranger and Producer Norman Connors
Chris Campbell
March 3, 2021
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Discover the Atmospheric Sounds of Detroit Deep House DJ Rick Wilhite
Chris Campbell
February 4, 2021
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Remembering the Legacy and Influential Work of the Late Rapper MF Doom
Chris Campbell
January 5, 2021
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Discover the Atmospheric Sounds of Globally Renowned Osunlade
Chris Campbell
January 1, 2021
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Liner Notes: Exploring the Genius of Digable Planets’ “Blowout Comb”
Chris Campbell
December 24, 2020
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