The Uptown Band | Waiting For Her By Randy Mahon The promising 2010 debut “Waiting For Her”, from Philly area based collective known as The Uptown Band, blends a fine concoction of Jazz, Funk, Rock & Pop. Consisting of band leader Erich Cawalla on Lead Vocals and Saxophone, Co-Lead vocalist/Percussionist …
Ife | Crescendo
By George Strand
In listening to Ife’s new 5 Track EP called “Crescendo”, there was more to the music than what met the ear. Of course, the productions carried various streams of Neo-Soul compositions, with help from DJ Dodge. Some carried ‘on the waterfront’ – quiet stormin’ lyrics & grooves. However, her impressive VOICE sent a reminder of other R&B starlets that came to mind, whose vocals sounded quite the same in similarity. Not to underscore her absolute talent on the mic, but in comparison, this is what it drew…
Ann Nesby | Ann Nesby’s Soulful Christmas
Tyscot Records – 2009
By Peggy Oliver
There was a surefire electric night at the Gospel Music Channel’s studio in Atlanta, Georgia because Ann Nesby was in the building. What a wonderful gesture to present a special Christmas gift – Ann Nesby’s Soulful Christmas – to all her fans after releasing a disc earlier this year – The Lula Lee Project.
Victoria White | The Upside New Jersey born, South Carolina raised singer/songwriter/guitarist, Victoria White, releases her second solo disc, aptly titled “The Upside”. It’s a fine 11 track collection of Soul with acoustic and folk elements weaved in. Discovered & produced by 14 year Earth, Wind & Fire alum, fellow …
This promising debut CD “Loving Life”(Epiphany Productions), from Bay Area native Kaylah Marin, is a nice collection of good old fashioned Soul with the flair of thoughtful and introspective lyrics. Produced by hit making producer, Narada Michael Walden, (Whitney Houston “How Will I Know”, Mariah Carey “I Don’t Wanna Cry” …
Angie Stone | Unexpected
by Peggy Oliver
Remember the artist Angie B? That was the moniker for Angie Stone during her days as part of the Sugar Hill Records trio The Sequence, who along with Ladies Fresh opened the female rap game for the Salt ‘n Peppa’s and Queen Latifah’s of the world. But from the ‘who would have known’ department; who could have imagined the rapper Angie B transforming into a sophisticated songstress named Stone breathing new life into hip-hop a decade later?
The Whispers | Thankful
by Terrill Hanna
Just looking at the photograph of the Whispers above sends me back down memory lane. We are talking about a group of crooners who brought about some of the most wonderful love ballads & hip shaking groove jams from over a whopping 35 years plus. They have charted a tremendous amount of singles, broke ground & elevated the pure essence of R&B/Soul music & left a trademark niche in their sounds so distinguishable, the minute you hear Walter or Scotty croon…YOU KNOW ITS THE WHISPERS. Bottomline.
On N’Dambi’s “Pink Elephant” CD, her first for the newly reactivated Stax Records and fourth solo disc overall, she stretches the boundaries of R&B with her funky, soulful, gut bucky, sensual, yet smooth vocals. Produced by legendary producer/musician Leon Sylvers, III. This 12 song setlist are comprised of songs that …
Mimi Jones | A New Day By Randy Mahon Mimi Jones‘ debut CD “A New Day” (Hot Tone Music) is a remarkable refreshing effort from the bassist/singer/songwriter. With the support of talented musicians, Miki Hayama on piano & keyboards, Marvin Sewell on guitar, Marcus Gilmore & Lucianna Padmore sharing drum …
Everette Harp | First Love By Randy Mahon On Everette’s 3rd Shanachie Records release, masterfully produced by jazz legend George Duke and his 8th studio disc overall, you’ll hear Everettes take of a new turn in musical direction – straight ahead jazz. Hence the CD’s title “First Love”. Having recorded …
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