Independence Day 2023

Jazz records from the 1930s and 40s that are longer than usual for the time. Music includes: Sing Sing Sing by Benny Goodman, Concerto For Clairnet by Artie Shaw and Do You Know What It means to Miss New Orleans? by Louis Armstrong. 

Celebrating the 100th Birthdays of: Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Tony Bennett, Julie London, Big Mama Thorton, Buddy Greco, Stan Freberg, Chuck Berry, And Ray Brown. 

This week, we're uncovering the stories behind three American Anthems. First, we hear from two musical greats about their respective versions of "Fight the Power." Next, we learned about the transformation of the children's choir staple, "This Little Light of Mine." Finally, we t ...  Show more

Check out the hottest tracks in pop, hip-hop, dance, country, rock and more as you get ready to enjoy your 4th of July weekend. This is Billboard News Now, rounding out some great summer jams for your holiday weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

DvirNuns - GOGO (Extended Mix)
Raūsch (ofc) - Rise (Original Mix)
Clüb De Combat - Meditate (Extended Mix)
Lusid - Sunday Afternoon (Extended Mix)
Aera - Turn It Up (Original Mix)
Modbit - We Go Up (Extended Mix)
Pavel Petrov - Beirut (Or ...  Show more

01.) "Rastaman Chant". 02.) "Bend Down Low". 03.) "Slave Driver". 04.) "You Can't Blame the Youth". 05.) "Stop That Train". 06.) "Burnin and Lootin". 07.) "Kinky Reggae". 08.) "Get Up, Stand Up". 09.) "Lively Up Yourself". 10.) "Walk the Proud Land".