Questlove to Make Directorial Debut With ‘Black Woodstock’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson will direct “Black Woodstock,” a feature documentary about the Harlem Cultural Festival, Variety has learned. Held in 1969, the outdoor festival featured performances from some of the leading black musicians of the day — a group of heavy-hitters that includes Sly and the Family Stone, Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, B.B. King, the 5th Dimension, David Ruffin, Mahalia Jackson, the Staple Singers, and … Continue reading Questlove to Make Directorial Debut With ‘Black Woodstock’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Exclusive: Nina Simone as You’ve Never Seen Her

BEHIND THE MUSIC In honor of the 50th anniversary of the recording of Nina Simone’s classic album, Nina Simone Sings the Blues, the record subscription service Vinyl Me, Please, has announced a limited-edition package: a re-release of the LP on baby blue vinyl, along with a custom cocktail recipe and art print inspired by the music. Nina Simone remains an artist who feels eternally just … Continue reading Exclusive: Nina Simone as You’ve Never Seen Her