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Retro Modern: Macy Gray’s ‘Sexual Revolution’
Tethered by her witty, idiosyncratic lyrics and scratchy, sweet vocals, Macy Gray's "Sexual Revolution" may have been too frothy for American radio at the time of its release, but it remains one of the finest singles released from the 2000s.
Read More »Retro Modern: Jamiroquai’s ‘Automaton’
'Automaton' gives voice to the fact that Jamiroquai was, and still is, a prominent fixture in classic and contemporary dance and funk music.
Read More »Music Review: Donna Summer – ‘The Ultimate Collection’ [3-CD Deluxe Edition]
Beyond shining elements that defined Summer gems like “Bad Girls,” “Last Dance,” and “I Feel Love" lie many overlooked treasures.
Read More »Music Review: Jim Wellman – ‘Dawn to Dusk’
Engaging from its very first note, 'Dawn to Dusk' will delight more than only fans of modern jazz, blues, and funk.
Read More »Music Review: Donna Summer’s Pop Domino: ‘Lady of the Night’ Turns 40
Summer’s debut, 'Lady of the Night,' is still obscured in her discography, as music historians often confine the singer to her output from 1975 through 1979.
Read More »Music Review: Earth, Wind & Fire – ‘The Essential Earth, Wind & Fire’
The 'Essential Earth, Wind & Fire' collection tells the band's story better than anything I can think of, and it is one that is well worth hearing.
Read More »Interview: Cecil Parker – Modernly Classic
Soul crooner offers real talk on the music business, life as an independent artist, and his new single, "For You."
Read More »Music Review: The Kinks – Low Budget
The Kinks: Chapter 17. The Kinks ended the 1970s on a high note.
Read More »I Remember Yesterday: In Memory of Donna Summer
A powerful voice and soul-deep writing style made Donna Summer much more than the Queen of Disco.
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