What is a song? Does it always require lyrics? No, not always. Does it always require live instruments? No, not always. Does it always require music? Maybe, maybe not. What about singing? Hmm ...

Nina Simone thought John Lennon's politics was weak. So when The Beatles released their cry for political and social change, ...

One year after the Beatles released their driving rock 'n' roller, jazz pianist Nina Simone responded with a "Revolution" of her own.

Al-Monitor is an award-winning media outlet covering the Middle East, valued for its independence, diversity and analysis. It is read widely by US, international and Middle East decision makers at the ...

"Soundtrack for a Revolution" is a window into the musical and lyrical soul of civil rights movement, as well as the men and women that used song to give them the strength and solidarity to stand ...