Lalah Hathaway

Esperanza Spalding’s ‘Radio Music Society’ Looks Like a Brilliant Pivot a Decade Later

Esperanza Spalding’s ‘Radio Music Society’ Looks Like a Brilliant Pivot a Decade Later

Ten years ago, Esperanza Spalding reached for greater creative accomplishment while still holding an audience on Radio Music Society. It was a jazz record that got popular without pandering.

Lalah Hathaway – “Ghetto Boy” feat. Snoop Dogg and Robert Glasper (Singles Going Steady)

Lalah Hathaway – “Ghetto Boy” feat. Snoop Dogg and Robert Glasper (Singles Going Steady)

"Ghetto Boy" has the social awareness of Tupac, the funk-sampled sounds of a Dr. Dre track, and just a touch of NWA anger.
Guessing the 2014 Grammys

Guessing the 2014 Grammys

Predictions and behind-the-scenes info on who will win the 2014 Grammys in ten major categories.

Lalah Hathaway: Where It All Begins

The Best Rhythm and Blues of 2011

Lalah Hathaway: Outrun the Sky

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