Mr. Liam’s Kids Series New Year’s Party with Tom Knight will be held at the Iron Horse Music Hall in Northampton.

The 1980s were possibly the most fertile decade for the consumerist cash-grab intersection between notable pop culture IPs and novelty Christmas music. A plethora of beloved toy-and-TV franchise ...

It seems like a song is always playing in my head. Often, it is the situation I find myself in that determines which particular song presents itself. Let’s say I am trying to learn a new oldie to ...

This essay is adapted from Danyel Smith’s new book, “Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop.” My questions have never changed. Been asking since L.A. was new to me. Since my first ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Gladys Knight, the “Empress of Soul,” has built a musical legacy spanning decades, crossing genres, and influencing many artists. Her timeless voice, emotional depth, and ability to ...

Silksong, the sequel to the smash hit Hollow Knight, starts off where the first game left off—here’s the lore to know before playing the game. Hollow Knight sees the player control the Knight, a ...

Editor’s note: Opinion pieces are solely the opinion of that person and not the Daily Journal. Our church choir sang the song “Dakota Hymn” on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. I assumed the piece was ...

Whether or not Kentucky singer-songwriter Chris Knight ever releases another album remains to be seen. The Kentuckian, who returns to The Shed Smokehouse and Juke Joint on Friday night, isn’t worried ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Jean Knight might be best remembered for her chart-topping single “Mr. Big Stuff,” but her catalog goes far beyond that one cultural touchstone. Her voice was powerful yet playful, ...

This essay is adapted from Danyel Smith's new book, "Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop." My questions have never changed. Been asking since L.A. was new to me. Since my first ...

The author surveys his domain of goofy holiday vinyl, including titles based on Max Headroom, the California Raisins, and, of course, 'Knight Rider.' (Photo credit: Will Hodge) The 1980s were possibly ...