From 1971 to 2006, “Soul Train” was the place to see some of the hottest Black musical artists on television. But viewers didn’t just tune in for the music, they came back week after week to watch a ...
A standout talent-wise and personality- wise, Damita Jo could not be overlooked as she drew millions of people to their television sets weekly to watch her unique dance moves, a mix of her ...
*All across our country each year, during the summer, folks excitedly gather for reunions of all types, especially family reunions and high school reunions. They want to have a good time and be sure ...
Introduction. Laying down the tracks -- Love : the 1970s. The big idea. A small start for a big idea ; Leavin' on a morning train to California ; Al Green ; The first family of soul (train) ; The ...
Jacqueline Trescott of the Washington Post is reporting that the National Museum of African American History and Culture has decided to collect items from Soul Train, the “hippest trip in America.” ...
When an 80-year-old senior center resident dances like she’s on the second floor of ReUnion Brewery, it’s bound to grab the attention of passersby. Clad in tie-dye pants and a sparkly pink jacket, ...
CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. The Smithsonian Folklife Festival Rhythm and Blues program will be hosting “An Evening with Soul Train,” which celebrates the musical variety ...
LOS ANGELES - Don Cornelius, who with the creation of "Soul Train" helped break down racial barriers and broaden the reach of black culture with funky music, groovy dance steps and cutting edge style, ...