This is American Routes, our program devoted to Sam Cooke. Sam’s ambitions in music were matched by his quest for knowledge. Longtime friend LeRoy Crume, who remained with the Soul Stirrers after Sam ...

Vocalist Carla Cooke is the youngest child of the iconic Sam Cooke, and when she does tribute concerts to her father, she peppers in some gospel numbers, some personal favorites and includes all of ...

“You look a lot like Sam Cooke.” It’s an observation that singer Bradd Marquis has heard many times before regarding his appearance. Advertisement Article continues below this ad Bradd Marquis will ...

SHREVEPORT, La. — Soul music fans are in for a treat on Sept. 13 when Beau Williams brings his Tribute to Sam Cooke to the historic Strand Theatre. The show begins at 7 p.m. Williams, known for his ...

They were teenage sweethearts, but their marriage turned tragic, and when she married the protégé singer Bobby Womack, the publicity was intense and the boos were loud. By Penelope Green Their story ...