Listen to song samples from “Blessed, Broken & Given” by Lucinda Moore, exclusively from Amazon, on our Gospel Page by clicking here!! Lucinda Moore – Blessed, Broken & Given Lucinda Moore does not take for granted what the Lord has done for her,especially behind the church and concert stages. Her …
Sharon Jones and The Dap-Kings – I Learned the Hard Way Listen to song samples from “I Learned The Hard Way”, exclusively from Amazon on our R&B/Soul Page by clicking here!! The chances of making the critical musical breakthrough late in life are often nil. But never ask that question …
Grover Washington, Jr. | Grover Live By George Strand The great memory of Grover Washington, Jr. – An honorable musician with God-given talents and a radiant persona. His professionalism on & off the stage is something many of us have cherished throughout the years. His music is past the element …
Danny Boy | It’s About Time
by Charles F. Sherard
Well, taking a chance to get into more current music than writing mostly about Back In The Day projects, I suppose Chicago’s very own Danny Boy’s “It’s About Time” will make my entrance to this reviews blog a little bit more comfortable. You see, good R&B music is what I am all about anyways, and Danny’s new album fits the script.
Various Artists – C Notes for Haiti
By Peggy Oliver
It seemed like just a minute ago when a cross-section of urban entertainers from Stevie Wonder to Wyclef Jean were making music for one of several fundraisers to collect money for the aftermath of the January earthquake in Haiti. Other famous artists stepped in to produce fundraising singles on behalf of the Haiti earthquake victims. Kirk Franklin and a choir of gospel’s finest under the umbrella Artists United for Haiti asked the question, “Are You Listening.” Another superstar collective revisited the 1985 landmark anthem, “We Are The World,” also celebrating the 25th anniversary of the landmark recording.
Leela James | My Soul
By Peggy Oliver
All the roads in Leela James’ brief but remarkable career have led to her new deal with Stax Records. In hindsight, this move to the resurrected version of the company who brought us Otis Redding and The Staple Singers amongst a cast of hundreds seems perfectly orchestrated.