Michael Franks’ music career predates the rise of both hip-hop and smooth jazz. But he has long been embraced by both worlds, much to the surprise of the veteran singer and writer of such enduring ...

Michael Franks is the man behind the 1976 hit "Popsicle Toes," a cool, summery song that made his name as a smooth jazz artist with crossover appeal. This year, the singer-songwriter is back with his ...

Michael Franks, the ever-artful singer-songwriter and harvester of the most delectable musical passion fruit known to distingué lovers, recently released his 18th offering, Time Together, his first ...

La Jolla native Michael Franks’ music career predates the rise of both hip-hop and smooth jazz. But he has long been embraced by both worlds, much to the surprise of the veteran singer and writer of ...

One of Detroit’s favorite international jazz musicians, singer-songwriter Michael Franks, will return to Detroit on Saturday at Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts, presented by Hollywood Casino ...

"The Michael Franks Anthology: The Art of Love" Rhino RHIAN BENSON "Gold Coast" DKG In the early '70s, singer-songwriter Michael Franks discovered a tranquil cove far removed from pop-water rapids, ...

If pop tunesmith Michael Franks were any more relaxed onstage, he'd be guilty of loitering. On the all-time list of crooners least likely to break a sweat, he's right up there with Perry Como and ...

From celebrated visual artists to the music of Mexico, the Levant and North Africa, this weekend in metro Detroit offers something for everyone. Here are eight great options for this weekend in the ...

One of Detroit’s favorite international jazz musicians, singer-songwriter Michael Franks, will return to Detroit on Saturday, Aug. 16, at Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts, presented by ...