March 17 marks 106 years since the birth of musician Nat King Cole, whose success paved the way for future generations of Black artists.

Nat King Cole, the velvet-voiced singer of such hits as “Unforgettable” and “The Christmas Song,” was born in Montgomery, Ala., on March 17, 1919. He was born Nathaniel Adams Coles to the ...

Tonight on the Night Train, we highlight some Kerry Dancers (courtesy of Johnny Griffin) for St. Patrick’s Day; mark birthdays of Nat King Cole (featured in a special in hour two of the show), Jessica ...

Despite being the voice that built Capitol Records, Nat “King” Cole’s groundbreaking NBC variety show faced cancellation as they could not find a sponsor. Now, on the night of his final ...

(THE CONVERSATION) Six decades after Nat King Cole’s death in 1965 ... Cole’s formative years were spent in church; gospel songs, hymns and spirituals formed the foundation of his musical ...

Nat King Cole performs in Copenhagen ... Cole’s formative years were spent in church; gospel songs, hymns and spirituals formed the foundation of his musical education. Though Cole is primarily ...