We are sad to report that Otis Redding III, the youngest son of the iconic soul singer who became a revered musician in his own right, has died at the age of 59. As reported by ABC affiliate WGXA in Macon, GA, Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones confirmed Redding’s death at a local hospital on Tuesday […]

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Black Music Month originated in 1979. Jimmy Carter proclaimed the month of June as Black Music Month to celebrate the wonderful music, the  achievements, births, important timelines, events and to remember those we lost.

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Black Music Month originated in 1979. Jimmy Carter proclaimed the month of June as Black Music Month to celebrate the wonderful music, the  achievements, births, important timelines, events and to remember those we lost.

What do you get when you blend the National Anthem, Otis Redding‘s ultra classic “Try A Little Tenderness,” and some powerful reworked lyrics? R&B singer Joe‘s new song “Our Anthem.” The song’s powerful message encourages us to look after one another, and to treat our brothers and sisters “with tenderness.” In the video, Joe sings amongst vintage photos and […]

In this exclusive to TheUrbandaily,Jay-Z talks about recording Watch The Throne overseas with Kanye West and the contributions of the legendary Otis Redding.** RELATED POSTS Throne Producer Says Jay-Z Already Working On Next Album [EXCLUSIVE] Top 5 Jay-Z & Kanye West Collaborations Kanye And Jay-Z Need More Fred Hampton, Less H.A.M. On New Album ** […]

Karla Redding-Andrews, the daughter of the late Otis Redding, spoke with Billboard magazine about Kanye West and Jay-Z’s song “Otis”. She serves as the project director for the Big “O” Youth Educational Dream Foundation and is preparing to celebrate her father’s 70th Birthday this September. While there has been growing debate about the over-the-top displays […]