British Soul/Blues Artist Izo Fitzroy Asks for "Blind Faith" (premiere)
British soul, blues, and gospel singer-songwriter, Izo Fitzroy debuts her latest single, "Blind Faith", inspired by both Stevie Wonder and Donny Hathaway.
16 Jan 2020
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The James Hunter Six's "Brother or Other" Asks to Spread the Love in a Time of Division (premiere)
Critiquing classism and calling for loving one another, consummate soul artist James Hunter and company share a timely message on "Brother or Other".
15 Jan 2020
Guitarist Marcus King Finds His Voice on 'El Dorado'
Marcus King has a raw ache in his throat that makes him sound as if he's coarsely whispering the words. Even when he's singing about a "Young Man's Dream", King's vocals suggest the experience of age.
13 Jan 2020
The Reason for the Season: A Christmas Chat with Dionne Warwick
Following the release of her latest album She's Back, the legendary Dionne Warwick delivers another musical gift with Dionne Warwick & the Voices of Christmas.
16 Dec 2019
Submotion Orchestra Playlist Their Influences
To celebrate their 10th anniversary, Leeds' Submotion Orchestra compile a list that pulls in everyone from Floating Points to Nancy Wilson.
13 Dec 2019
The 15 Best R&B/Soul Albums of 2019
The year in R&B and soul brought brilliant returns from music legends alongside artists pushing the boundaries of R&B past any limits. It's a genre where retro and futurism nestle cozily side by side. Here are the 15 best.
04 Dec 2019
Elizabeth King and the Gospel Souls Rejoice with 'The D-Vine Spirituals Recordings'
This archival gospel soul release never flags, as Elizabeth King fulfills a true calling.
18 Nov 2019
The Sensational Barnes Brothers Build a Legacy with 'Nobody's Fault But My Own'
With their gospel soul, the Sensational Barnes Brothers kick off a new label with an old sound, providing good news for everyone.
14 Nov 2019
Jazz, Soul, and a Whole Lot More with the Souljazz Orchestra
The Souljazz Orchestra confront current political realities with a mix of reggae, ska, disco, and punk -- plus some jazz and soul, of course -- on Chaos Theories.
13 Nov 2019
Pop Meets Soul Meets Experimentation in Sequoyah Murray's Debut
Atlanta's Sequoyah Murray has delivered one of the best albums of 2019 with his extraordinary debut Before You Begin.
11 Nov 2019
Billy Vera Documents a Legendary Label With 'Rip It Up: The Specialty Records Story'
Grammy-winner Billy Vera spent years working in the Speciality Records vaults and remains close to label founder Art Rupe. "Specialty is right up there with Atlantic, Chess, and Sun in terms of being important." Enjoy an interview with the author and an exclusive book excerpt.
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06 Nov 2019
Sister Sledge Before "We Are Family"
Even before Sister Sledge met Chic, they were making records and appearing on Soul Train. A new collection pulls together the best of Sister Sledge's early years.
30 Oct 2019
Kaleta and Super Yamba Band Create Glorious Afrofunk on 'Mèdaho'
There are no half-measures for Kaleta and Super Yamba Band on searing Afrofunk album, Mèdaho.
29 Oct 2019
Sudan Archives' Debut Album 'Athena' Is Eclectic, Groovy, and Magnificent
On her first full album Athena, Sudan Archives is soulful, surreal, and makes music on her own distinct and magnificent terms.
28 Oct 2019
Hannah Williams & the Affirmations' ​'50 Foot Woman'​ Is Full of Soul
Hannah Williams & the Affirmations, given a boost by Jay-Z, successfully negotiate the hazards of retro-soul on 50 Foot Woman.
18 Oct 2019
The Harlem Gospel Travelers Preach the Good News on 'He's on Time'
While fans of a certain high-profile star are patiently awaiting his much-delayed gospel album, the Harlem Gospel Travelers have arrived just in time with He's on Time.
11 Oct 2019
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