Chris Williams

Chris Williams has written for EBONY, PopMatters, and The Huffington Post.

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'We Gave R&B a New Lifeline': How Teddy Riley Invented New Jack Swing

'We Gave R&B a New Lifeline': How Teddy Riley Invented New Jack Swing

The back story on Keith Sweat's 'Make It Last Forever,' for its 25th birthday. More »

'That Groove Was Undeniable': Making Earth, Wind & Fire's 'All 'N All'

'That Groove Was Undeniable': Making Earth, Wind & Fire's 'All 'N All'

Larry Dunn, the keyboard player and musical director of Earth, Wind & Fire, talks about recording the band's album 'All 'N All,' which turns 35 this week. More »

'I Thought He Was a Messenger': Making Stevie Wonder's 'Talking Book'

'I Thought He Was a Messenger': Making Stevie Wonder's 'Talking Book'

Producer Robert Margouleff talks about his memories and frustrations in the studio for the album's 40th anniversary. More »

'The Man Was a Genius': Tales From Making Marvin Gaye's Final Album

'The Man Was a Genius': Tales From Making Marvin Gaye's Final Album

Guitarist and producer Gordon Banks talks about recording Midnight Love, which turns 30 today. More »

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