In 1984, Michael Jackson shattered expectations and set a record that still stands today: the most Grammy Award nominations in a single year. Garnering an incredible 12 nominations, Jackson’s sweep was fueled by the explosive success of his iconic album Thriller, a project that redefined pop music and elevated himContinue Reading

By Doug D. Sims You may not know Bernard Wright by name—but if you’ve ever bobbed your head to a soulful sample in a hip-hop track or caught a groove in an old-school jam, you’ve probably felt his influence. Wright was a keyboard virtuoso, a jazz-funk innovator, and a low-keyContinue Reading