Africa is the source of some of the most rhythmically inviting sounds on the planet, and here's your gateway to its rich musical treasures.

Encompassing more than three and a half decades of sterling artistry, this overview of the solo work of Paul Simon captures the enduring creativity of a great American singer/songwriter.

Put a little zing in your summertime soirTes with this assortment of vintage pop, Latin, jazz, and soul from the likes of Sergio Mendes, Aretha Franklin, and Dick Dale.

Brilliant though he was, Ray was just one among a galaxy of stars. Call him what you will, the leader of the Rat Pack or the Chairman of the Board; Frank Sinatra was the undisputed heavyweight king of  …

You might recognize some of these titles from your favorite Ray Charles albums - heck, you might even think he was the first one to record 'em - but all these songs had a very different sound before Ra …

Even the quickest glance at Ray's music - not to mention his life - proves one thing for sure: decades before Barry White and Teddy Pendergrass set the modern standard for soulful smoothitude, t …