E. Lynn Harris’ struggles show that his life imitates his art (interview)
The Best of Erykah Badu (review)
Monica’s new album is a smash, but getting there was a long, hard road (interview)
Beyoncé – Dangerously in Love (review)
Aretha Franklin, Beyond Her Greatest Hits
Then and now, The Isley Brothers find the groove; Soul singers adapt, endure; latest album soars on chart
Poet, novelist returns to stage; Ntozake Shange premieres ‘Lavender Lizards’
