Candi Staton Is a Survivor. At 85, She’s Also a Grammy Nominee.

The singer’s journey through gospel, soul, disco and Americana has been plagued by setbacks and struggles, but she has always ...
Jackson County Sentinel

Goggans joins Southern Torch as music, art, food and culture correspondent

This week, Southern Torch announced the latest addition to its operations. Local artist Jess Goggans will serve the tri-county area as Southern Torch’s new music, art, food and culture correspondent.
Noticiero Semanal

Music festivals coming to Southern California in 2026

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Southern California’s festival calendar is beginning to take shape for 2026, offering a wide-ranging mix of music, culture and live experiences across the region. From massive, multi ...
NPR

Remembering Richard Smallwood, a giant of gospel music

Richard Smallwood, a giant of gospel music, died on December 30. For decades, the composer and recording artist infused church hymns with a contemporary sound. Richard Smallwood, a giant of gospel ...