Kali Uchis is giving us EAR MAGIC with “I Wish You Roses”! We’re getting all the feels with this single and the album as a whole is a masterpiece of modern R&B/Soul. Red Moon in Venus is a sultry and … Continue Reading
Posts Tagged: soul
HEAR: Jessie Ware – “Pearls”
Jessie Ware is a British singer and songwriter. She first gained recognition with the release of her debut album “Devotion” in 2012, which was met with critical acclaim and featured the hit single “Wildest Moments”. Since then, she has released … Continue Reading
REVIEW: Silk Sonic – ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’
Anderson .Paak, Bruno Mars and Silk Sonic bring a smooth 70s R&B/Funk/Soul party to the music world. They hit all the notes just right with an incredible instrumental arrangement beautifully produced. While some of it may seem re-hashed it has … Continue Reading
Perfect Blend: The Side Project – “Everything I Do (feat. Alita Moses, Akie Bermiss, SceinZe)”
The Side Project “Everything I Do (feat. Alita Moses, Akie Bermiss, SceinZe)” Everything We Do Wow. Combine Jazz, soul, and rap, and what do you get? The smooth, sexy sounds of The Side Project. This is the hippest music I’ve … Continue Reading
A Soulful Buffet: Dead Beat Horse – “Inglaterra”
Dead Horse Beats “Inglaterra” Inglaterra Swelling harmonics, jazzy intervals, soulful vocals, Dead Horse Beats sounds like nothing you’ve ever heard. Dead Horse Beats is the project of multi-instrumentalist Patrick Wade. The music he creates is complex, r&b tinged, progressive, classical, … Continue Reading
Funky Soul: Jak Lizard – “Quality Of Life”
Jak Lizard “Quality Of Life” Shine To Rise What a voice. Jak Lizard reminds me of the soulful side of Van Morrison. The funky backbeat and the great musicians backing up Lizard reminds me also of the wonder of Leon … Continue Reading
Philly Funk: Palmas – “Where Are You Going?”
Palmas “Where Are You Going?” This is some of the best neo funk/soul I’ve heard for a while. Palmas, from Philadelphia, sound as if Smoky Robinson decided to front Tame Impala. This is extremely funky and fun music. Comprised of Eric, … Continue Reading
Jump And Dance: The West Coast Feed – “You Belong To Me”
The West Coast Feed “You Belong To Me” If you remember the great music that came out of Muscle Shoals and New Orleans, you with love The West Coast Feed. These guys are the best. You want to get your … Continue Reading
Soulful Sensitivity: Meshell Ndeceocello – “Sensitivity”
Meshell Ndegeocello “Sensitivity” Ventriloquism Always one of my favorite musicians, Meshell Ndegeocello has one of the best and most sensitive songs of 2018. As Ndegeocello says about her new album: This album was recorded in Los Angeles with the familiar … Continue Reading
Funk from the Heaven’s: Radiant Children – “Life’s A Bitch”
Radiant Children today share their debut single “Life’s A Bitch,” the first track to be taken from their debut EP, due for release later this year. The official video for “Life’s A Bitch” (which premiered via The FADER) is available … Continue Reading
Dream Pop: Geographer – “Read My Mind”
Geographer “Read My Mind” About Time It’s amazing how sometimes tragedy creates the best music. Take the example of Michael Deni, aka as Geographer. In the summer of 2005, after a series of deaths in the family, Deni left his hometown … Continue Reading
Soulful Seduction: Nilüfer Yanya – “Thanks 4 Nothing”
Nilüfer Yanya “Thanks 4 Nothing” Nilüfer Yanya is a tremendous soul chanteuse from London who has one of the greatest voices I have ever heard. She looks so sweet and innocent, but when she starts to sing, her voice is … Continue Reading
A Song Of Peace and Love: Paul Loren “I Know A Place”
NYC-based crooner Paul Loren has given a beautiful song to the world with “I Know A Place.” We hear a resounding message of love, acceptance, peace and hope through this song for every race, creed, sexual orientation, etc. If you … Continue Reading
Love Is Fragile: Forest Blakk – “Love Me”
Forest Blakk “Love Me” Have you ever heard a song that just pierced your heart? Forest Blakk’s song, “Love Me”, is one of those songs. Here is what Blakk says about his song: Forest Blakk said of the track: “‘Love … Continue Reading
Beautiful Darkness: Son Lux – “Dream State”
Son Lux “Dream State” Brighter Wounds Son Lux is one of the greatest bands out there that no one knows about. This band has so much talent. I love them so much. Their bio says everything, so let me quote … Continue Reading
Soulful Duets: SISTERS – “Scene Here”
SISTERS “Scene Here” Tender Loving Empire I had to start this review with the beginning of their bio: “A revolution without dancing is not a revolution worth having” is a quote famously attributed to Author Emma Goldman. These words could … Continue Reading
Sensual Alt Soul: Nikki’s Wives – “Slow Fast Slow”
Nikki’s Wives “Slow Fast Slow” Another dynamic, sensual yet cool-as-ice song from Nikki’s Wives, which is just what we needed for Autumn. Coming from Toronto, Nikki’s Wives, comprised of Nikki, Dylan, and Nate, have gathered some big name recognition from … Continue Reading
Soulful Front Man : Matthew Logan Vasquez “Does What He Wants”
The leading man from one of my favorite bands, Delta Spirit, has launched his second solo album entitled “Does What He Wants”. Matthew Logan Vasquez’s first solo album, “Solicitor Returns”, carried a more heavy metal tone throughout its entirety that … Continue Reading
Drunken Soul: Failure Machine – Wake Drake Skate
Failure Machine Wake Drake Skate They’re Back!!!!! My favorite bunch of garage soul degenerates have a great EP out. This is the party band of all party bands. To warn you about what you’re about to deal with, here is … Continue Reading
Feel The Community: Valerie June – “Shakedown”
Valerie June “Shakedown” The Order Of Time My favorite country singer is back with a vengeance. Coming from a small town in Tennessee, Valerie June has never left her roots behind. Her songs sound like the songs you sing while … Continue Reading