The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum opened "Muscle Shoals: Low Rhythm Rising" which delves into the musical magic made ...

Formally launched in 2007— 40 years after Redding’s tragic death— the foundation serves as the umbrella to mentor the next generation of musicians as well as celebrate those who align with Redding’s ...

In the mid 1960s, Otis Redding was on the verge of becoming one of the brightest R&B and soul stars in the industry. His incredible voice and talent as a songwriter helped define the sound of his Stax ...

Karla Redding-Andrews is carrying forward the legacy of her late father—the legendary Otis Redding—grounded in community, philanthropy, and empowering the next generation. In this episode of ...

Rhino Records’ Reserve Otis Blue reissue brings classic Otis Redding soul back to vinyl, delivering pristine sound and timeless tracks like “Respect” and “Change Is Gonna Come.” In the vintage vinyl ...

Sly and the Family Stone rip through a rendition of Otis Redding’s “I Can’t Turn You Loose” in the latest offering from the upcoming album, The First Family: Live at Winchester Cathedral 1967. The ...

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Otis Redding brought emotional power and expressive intensity to all his performances. Decades later, his music is still resonating with listeners because it appealed to people of all ages and walks ...

In the novel “Speak to Me of Home,” three generations of women in one family grapple with their identities. By Esmeralda Santiago Esmeralda Santiago is the author, most recently, of the novel “Las ...

MACON, Ga. — Mercer University added a little soul to its commencement ceremony Monday morning while honoring Zelma Redding. As the powerhouse of the Otis Redding Foundation and the legendary soul ...

One of the first things I usually notice when I’m watching a TV show is its soundtrack, so it’s no surprise that I quickly became a fervent fan of The Bear. Don’t get me wrong, I like the show for ...

The lyrics from the 1960s song “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay” were co-written by Otis Redding and guitarist Steve Cropper. That song kept ringing in my spirit last week. Always, when I hear clear ...