Richie's increasing success as a songwriter for other artists, coupled with the label's desire for a solo album, however, ...

“Easy” became a hit in 1977 during Richie’s years with the Commodores, and remains a beloved signature song for him as a solo artist. “Lionel, you’re a big influence,” Tennet ...

The Commodores have sold over 75 million records worldwide and are one of the greatest Motown and R&B / Funk artists of all ...

This week’s DoubleTake features the 1979 groove “I Can’t Help It” by Michael Jackson, alongside a sweet, jazzy version by ...