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On this day, Don Cornelius becomes the conductor of 'Soul Train' and Ja Rule releases his most successful album, 'Pain Is Love.'

On this day, Digable Planets changed the rap landscape with their debut album and Lil Wayne is born.

Every year, the Recording Academy pays tribute to artists who passed away over the last 12 months with an In Memoriam slideshow at the Grammy Awards — and every year, disgruntled fans point out which artists didn’t receive their due. But last night (Feb. 12), plenty of people who watched the slideshow noticed the surprising omission of a pair of recently deceased legends: Etta James and Don Cornel

Nearly a week after ‘Soul Train’ creator Don Cornelius was discovered dead of a gunshot wound to the head, the Los Angeles coroner’s office has officially ruled his death a suicide.

The music world is still reeling from the death of ‘Soul Train’ creator Don Cornelius, who died yesterday from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. In particular, members of the R&B and hip hop community were moved by the passing of an icon whose TV show introduced many of them to legends like Marvin Gaye and Michael Jackson.

With the passing of soul legend Don Cornelius today, many speculate what prompted him to take his own life. Depression does not always lead to suicide, but often times it does. Do you know if you or someone you know is suicidal? Read on for the warning signs and how to get help.

Don Cornelius, the creator of "Soul Train," was found dead at his Los Angeles area home early this morning. He was 75.