Throwbacks Hip-Hop & R&B

Menace II Society was released in Theaters on this day

Happy Birthday to the Godfather of Soul James Brown [May 3, 1933 - Dec 25, 2006] 🙏🏿 🕊️✨️

Damn man we are losing too many legendary influential musicians & singers..

West Coast Classics sending prayers out to the family and friends of Chris Jasper of the iconic Isley Brothers

These past few days have been heartbreaking. Chris Jasper has left us, and only after mourning Roberta today. What a heartbreaking day. 💔

He died, two months after being diagnosed with cancer. He was 73

Chris Jasper, born on December 30, 1951, in Cincinnati, OH, was a brilliant songwriter, composer, producer, and master keyboardist who played a key role in shaping the Isley Brothers’ signature sound.

Chris older sister, Elaine, married Rudolph Isley when he was a teenager.

He started a band with the younger Isley Brothers (Marvin & Ernie) while attending Teaneck High School in New Jersey called "The Jazzman Trio"

After Rudolph, Ronald & O'Kelly relocated to New Jersey to start there careers.

Joining the group in the early 70s, he was instrumental in their transition to funk-infused R&B, contributing to timeless hits like “For the Love of You,” “Between the Sheets,” and “Footsteps in the Dark.”

His mastery of the moog synthesizer and lush keyboard harmonies helped define an era of soul and R&B music.

After leaving the Isleys, he pursued a successful solo career and continued producing, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.

Rest in peace, Chris. Your music and legacy will live on forever.

Roberta Flack, the legendary singer renowned for her soulful R&B vocals, passed away this morning (Feb 24th) at the age of 88.

Her family confirmed in a statement that she died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. A classically trained pianist and vocalist, Flack’s contributions to music transcend generations, leaving an enduring legacy of emotive artistry.

Happy Heavenly Birthday Aaliyah

She would've been 46

TLC dropped their sophomore album CrazySexyCool on LaFace Records and Arista Records on this day 30 years ago!!

The album was certified Diamond!!

Rest in Paradise Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopez

DAMN 🥺 Tito died 😳

Born Toriano Adaryll Jackson on October 15th 1953 in Gary, IN., this Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Singer and Songwriter Was Part of the Amazingly Talented Group “The Jackson 5” Along With Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael

Rest in Paradise Tito 🎸

Has passed at age 70