A new Aretha Franklin box set collecting her '70s albums will be out this year, titled 'A Portrait of the Queen.'
Titled 'Funky Nation: The Detroit Instrumentals,' the album was recorded in 1971 during the period when Gay refused to tour in support of his absolute classic 'What’s Going On.'
'Summer of Soul' focuses on the little-known history of the Harlem Cultural Festival, dubbed “the Black Woodstock.”
The two new politically charged songs have both been long-gestating for years and feature collaborations with modern artists like Gary Clark Jr., Rapsody, YBN Cordae, and more. They're planned to be a part of an upcoming album.
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Aman Jagwani's album 'This Place' delivers exactly on the promise delivered by the single of the same name - smooth jazz that defies standard smooth jazz formulas.
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With 'Experience," Aries Marquis successfully covers a wide ground of modern soul and R&B.
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With ‘Are You There, Boy?’ Beharie has come up with one of the best debut albums of 2023.
Bill Withers' had one of the unlikeliest paths to music stardom, from a stutter to crafting some of Soul's greatest songs, his ubiquitous sound earned him the title of music's "everyman"... then he up and left it all behind.
Old school turns SOUL-school with a gospel groove. This is the style BJ Wilbanks is bringing back, and it’s in line with that of the genre’s greats.
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On 'We're All Going Down," Cass Clayton and her band deliver a potent blues/southern soul combination for modern times.
Awaken, My Love! is an interesting experiment that has some noteworthy moments but is ultimately held back by it's too faithful adherence to it's 70's funk influences. Sorely missing the levity, personality, and subject matter Gambino has become known for.
Check out our sit down with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Alvin Garrett as we discuss his latest release, 'The Lightness of Love', carving out a successful songwriting career, writing for big name artists like Joe and Kelly Rowland, and much more.
The newly announced Nina Simone vinyl box set brings together all 7 albums from her time on Philips Label, and arguably at her peak.
The collection came from Chicago music historian Bob Abrahamian and it includes more than 35,000 singles and albums, plus more, from incredibly rare Chicago soul.
We got chance to catch French-Caribbean soul singer Adi Oasis at the DC9 in Washington D.C. and it was as soulful, funky, sexy, and fierce as any act you'll see this year. Be sure to catch her on tour.
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With "This Place," Aman Jagwani shows he's capable of crafting something that fits into the 'smooth' category while still delivering the substance of quality jazz and soul.
At 30 years old, Anderson East is just getting started and without question will be one to watch in the coming years. East is currently on tour with his full band and Jade Bird with summer dates throughout the Midwest. Regardless of the type of music you think you like, East’s energy has something for everyone and is a performer you can’t afford to miss. Check out our full gallery of shots from the night.
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Overall, Platinum Fire is just a really smooth, vibe heavy listen throughout and although it doesn't stray too far from typical R&B tropes, it's a really impressive debut that warrants people's attention and has made Arin Ray a name I'll be looking out for in the future.
Benhamin Navy has just released "Permission", a track that has the pulse of a Dominican heartthrob and the memories of NYC Salsa.
Bill Withers was a classic embodiment of a true, unadulterated musical genius, not just because of timeless hits, but also because they came from a man with a stutter and no musical education whatsoever.
It was passionate, powerful, soulful and vulnerable all at the same time. There were elements of funk and experimental R&B, accentuated by her extraordinary vocal range, and the message of the music was heartfelt and sincere.
Caterina J is a bilingual and multi-talented songstress, flowing from one vibe and language to the next in her new jazz-pop album, 'Reborn.'
Check out our sit down with French Caribbean, Brooklyn based soul-funk-r&b artist Adi Oasis. We talked about her new album 'Lotus Glow,' her journey in music, blowing up during the pandemic, Serena Williams, and much more.
Check out our sit down with Ella Rosa, a rising electronic/soul/R&B artist. We talked about her upcoming new EP 'Anxious Attachment Style,' starting out in Opera, blending Dance/Electro with R&B/Soul, moving from the U.K., and much more.
