African rhythms, ideas of sin and the Hammond organ: A brief history of gospel music’s evolution

For the enslaved Africans, music – rhythm in particular – became a tool of communication about their conditions. Later, it ...

Insights into evolution and music from babies

Rhythm is everywhere. Even if you don’t think you have it, it’s fundamental to humans’ biological systems. Our heartbeat is ...
American Songwriter

4 Groundbreaking Funk and Soul Classics From 1977 That Connect Dance Music’s Past to Its Future

These funk and soul classics from 1977 helped connect dance music’s past to its future and reflect the genre's impressive range.
Purdue University

ME 270: Basic Mechanics I

Welcome to the ME 270 course website for the Spring 2026 term. The material on this site is a complement to the lecture book for the course. And, all material here is accessible without the need to ...
WMNF

The Rhythm Revival

Each Friday from 3 pm to 6 pm, Reverend Billy C. Wirtz and “Marvelous Marvin” Boone host the Rhythm Revival, a one-of-a-kind radio show where you will hear the best of roots music. Sit back and enjoy ...