Stereogum — Clyde Stubblefield, the legendary funk drummer known for his work on iconic James Brown songs like "Funky Drummer" and "Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud," has died. He was 73. … more info

Uncut — Starring The Smiths, Nick Cave, Paul Weller, George Michael, Bruce Springsteen, Nina Simone, Depeche Mode, James Brown, U2, REM and more! Starring The Smiths, Nick Cave, Paul Weller, George Michael, Bruce Springsteen, Nina Simone, Depeche Mode, ... more info

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The Mirror — The Wham! singer isn't the only celebrity to tragically pass away on December 25 more info

Core News — “10 years after James Brown’s death (he died Christmas day 2006) Craig celebrates the life, legacy and music of James Brown. Behind the windows of our specially created audio advent calendar will be treats for the 6 Music listeners. It could be a... more info

Detroit Free Press — She fronted the electrifying funk band the Dap-Kings.             more info

USA Today Music — She fronted the electrifying funk band the Dap-Kings.             more info

PopSugar UK — I'm a music nerd: I used to be a music writer, I've been to more concerts than I can count, and I will unironically declare that I love rock 'n' roll. And I just can't deal with cheesy Christmas music. I want to listen to Christmas music that sounds... more info

JamBase — The latest installment in DMB’s ‘Live Trax’ series features a concert at Madison Square Garden featuring the Godfather Of Soul. more info

Consequence of Sound — "I’d like to offer this song to anyone who has ever been treated unjustly, abused, or had to live in fear, just for being you." more info