"Writing for Black History Month has made me think about the truly amazing people from black and ethnic minority (BME) backgrounds" - Yvonne Coghill. read more
With a slew of high-profile collaborations ("Ebony and Ivory" with Paul McCartney, for one), too many funk classics to count (listen to the ten-minute "Do I Do" and jam yourself silly) and unsurpassable musicianship, Stevie Wonder is one of the most important artists in black music and American entertainment culture. read more
Stevie Wonder’s first album was called Little Stevie Wonder the 12 Year Old Genius. Has Stevie Wonder began growing up from a boy to a man, his music became more popular. It would forever become successful music in history. read more
Stevie began singing and dancing at a young age in his church. He developed an ear for music rapidly. By the age of nine he was playing the piano, harmonica, and conga drum. When Stevie Wonder was 12 years old he was discovered by Ronnie White, a member of the Motown group the Miracles. White brought young Stevie to a Motown Record Company audition. read more