Katie Dey: Data

Like a blanket of warmth laid over a cold, digital world, Melbourne-based musician Katie Dey delivers “Data,” a love song to the cloud. Piano- and vocals-driven, the track’s emotional strength nods to Kate Bush but this is something entirely and unexpectedly Dey.

Dennis Edwards feat. Siedah Garrett: Don’t Look Any Further

Off and on again lead singer for the Temptations, Dennis Edwards has passed away at 74 years old. Fronting one of the world’s most recognizable and timeless groups, Edwards was a pioneer of Motown’s psychedelic soul—thanks to songs like “Cloud Nine” and “I Can’t Get Next To You.” Edwards (who had a background in gospel singing) had a voice that could bounce from smooth to …

28 Films for Black History Month

For the 28 days of Black History Month, the New York Times’ film critics have selected 28 films centered on African Americans’ experiences in 20th century USA. Beginning with “Within Our Gates” (1920), the list is in chronological order and includes some controversial, powerful and problematic issues. (For example, “Shadows” (1959) is about three black siblings, but two of the actors were white.) There’s plenty …