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Album Review: The Fantasy Vocal Sessions Vol. 2, Soul, Pop, R&B by David K. Mathews ...
Etta James once said of keyboardist Mathews, “he can play anything”––a compliment borne out by his work with Wayne Shorter, John McLaughlin, Sheila E., Boz ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: The Sweet Kill
A project spearheaded by Pete Mills, The Sweet Kill's recordings are rich with layers of audio ingenuity that invigorate each track and add to the ... -
Pandora Reveals Latin Artists to Watch in 2020
With a new decade that finally has a name we can remember, a new crop of Latin artists and sounds look to make an indelible ... -
PJ Morton at the Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, CA
Currently on tour in support of his latest album release, Paul, R&B/Adult Contemporary recording artist PJ Morton performed for a sold-out audience at LA’s Belasco ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Martell Lacey
Martell Lacey invests gospel roots and pro backup experience into radio-friendly recordings that showcase a voice whose impressive range is ideal for conveying love and ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Esoteric Creations
The four artists who compromise Esoteric Creations still have a ways to go, particularly in the area of production, but they're clearly onto something. "To ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Miss Kelli
Baltimore's Miss Kelli is an engaging dance-pop artist inspired by classic '70s and '80s club music, and whose message is consistently positive and uplifting. On ... -
Signing Stories: Spencer Sutherland
Ohio-born, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Spencer Sutherland is a serious artist who doesn’t take himself too seriously. His tongue-in-cheek songs like “Freaking Out,” “Wallpaper” and “Sweater” are ... -
Guitar King Michael Bloomfield Biography Out Mid-October
Guitar King: Michael Bloomfield’s Life in the Blues from author David Dann will be published mid-October by the University of Texas Press. This first comprehensive ... -
R&B/Soul Songs and Artists Wanted for Music Series Through Sony
The GOT SOUL! series of 20 hot new soul hits, released through SONY worldwide, is seeking great soul/R&B songs & artists to complete the sixth ... -
6.8
New Music Critique: Nikki Star
Singer-songwriter Nikki Star is gifted with a pretty voice that can sustain a note and also summon extra power and vibrato when needed. She also, ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Laela Giovanna
Laela Giovanna is a Philly-based artist who feels her songs deeply and is fully invested in each of her performances, presenting the songs with a ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Kartel SCO
Kartel SCO has intriguing, atmospheric songs that sometimes meander but skillfully utilize catchy hooks and phrases. On “SCO” the artist uses a counterpoint setup—slow, moody ... -
8
New Music Critique: Malcolm Harvest
Malcolm Harvest has an appealing persona and he gears his music to a wide audience. “Welcome to LA” is a perfect example of his spirit ... -
Brandy to be Honored at the 2019 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will honor singer-songwriter and actress Brandy with the BMI President’s Award at its 2019 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on Thursday, Aug. 29. The ... -
R&B Singer/Songwriter Summer Walker Signs Global Administration Agreement with Warner Chappell Music
Singer/songwriter Summer Walker signs global publishing administration agreement with Warner Chappell Music. The deal covers all existing and new compositions written by Walker, including her ... -
Signing Story: Lo Boii
R&B duo Lo Boii––Aalias (a.k.a. Aaron Kleinstub) and Corey Latif–– was formed in New York City in 2017. The pair had been friends since 2013 ... -
Erin & The Wildfire Signs With Mount Music Group
Los Angeles-based Mount Music Group has just closed a long-term management deal with Virginia-based soul-pop R&B band Erin & The Wildfire. “Since the first time ... -
Khalid at Moda Center in Portland, OR
My younger sister gave me a very hot tip: Khalid, a sweet and genuine R&B-meets-rock singer-songwriter, is worth every ounce of our attention. His show ... -
Signing Story: Maez301
Maryland-bred, Los Angeles-based rapper Maez301 originally set out to become a basketball player—before Tech N9ne recruited him instead. “At one point, I believed that basketball ...
