Prince’s Timely ‘Welcome 2 America’ Offers New Old Music From the Vault
Recorded in 2010, Welcome 2 America is Prince by the numbers, which is still better than most artists could do.
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CAPYAC’s “Ooeeooeeoo” Is Funk-Lathered Nu-Disco
Los Angeles electronic duo CAPYAC dance their way into “Ooeeooeeoo”, the final single from their forthcoming album CAPYAC FOREVER.
Yola Brilliantly Expands Her Soulful Sound on ‘Stand For Myself’
Yola’s first album found an adoring audience in the Americana world. She’s expanded her repertoire on Stand For Myself as she gets ever more soulful.
Jam & Lewis Grab the Spotlight with Their First Studio LP as Headliners
As shown with their brilliant collaboration with Mariah Carey, Jam & Lewis can still produce magic when making music with old friends.
Night Writer: An Interview with Grammy-winning Funk Rocker Van Hunt
In this exclusive interview with PopMatters, Van Hunt discusses his new collaboration with Nate Smith, the influence of Sly & the Family Stone, and a career-spanning compilation that defines independence.
PM Picks the Best New Songs: Bashar Murad, LEEPA, Izo FitzRoy + More
The PM Picks playlist features the best new songs. Today, we feature Bashar Murad, LEEPA, Izo FitzRoy, murloe, and Icons 2 Ashes.
50 Years Ago Diana Ross and Ashford & Simpson Made Beautiful Music on ‘Surrender’
Surrender is a concerted effort to remind listeners that above anything else, Diana Ross is a fabulous recording artist.
Punk Rabble-Rousers the OBGMs Kick Out the Jams on ‘The Ends’
The OBGMs generate a sound that’s altogether brutal, sensual, raucous, and hungry on The Ends. It’s been long-listed for the Polaris Music Prize.
Ten Years Ago, ‘4’ Found Beyoncé Running and Challenging the World
While 4 didn’t showcase peak Beyoncé, it nonetheless hinted at how she’d shape popular culture for decades to come.
Hiatus Kaiyote’s ‘Mood Valiant’ Is a Rich and Vibrant Return
Following six turbulent years, Australia’s Hiatus Kaiyote return with their third LP of neo-soul virtuosity, Mood Valiant. It’s effortlessly likable and rich with heart and soul.
Dawn Richard’s ‘Second Line’ Is a Triumphant Tribute to Her Musical Roots
Dawn Richard’s Second Line is a gorgeous record featuring fantastic, strange, esoteric sounds playing with house and club conventions. It’s a pioneering record and easily one of the best of the year.