southern soul

Otis Redding, a foundational figure in southern soul and R&B, is celebrated on his birthday, while tributes also mark the anniversaries of influential musicians from the Muscle Shoals scene and the late Grammy-winning songwriter who collaborated with Aretha Franklin and other major artists. Meanwhile, current figures like Tyrese and Master P comment on music industry dynamics, and Alicia Keys confirms a new album release within two months.

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