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Music Review: Agency – ‘Philosophies’ Exudes Polished Hip-Hop Tones
'Philosophies' is a strong album, full of infectious grooves and captivating vocal harmonies.
Read More »Music Interview: Nothing But You Discusses Her Forthcoming Album
Anticipation for the new album is at fever pitch, because Nicky’s intimate lyricism and soulful delivery strikes a chord in the hearts of listeners.
Read More »Music Review: Andy Michaels – ‘Revisited’ Falls a Bit Short
'Revisited' is betwixt and between, a mish-mash of good tunes with mediocre tunes. The melodies would be better served with reduced flamboyance and grandiosity, especially the vocal harmonies, which too often reach levels of overcompensation.
Read More »Retro Modern: En Vogue – ‘Whatever’
'Whatever' is but one of many moments in En Vogue's canon that show their gift of making music that stretches the limits of listeners' imaginations.
Read More »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 »Music Review: Ruthie Foster – ‘Joy Comes Back’
Her new album matches the blues-rock-soul singer's honeyed voice with a varied batch of songs by top talents ranging from Mississippi John Hurt to The Weepies' Deb Talan to Black Sabbath.
Read More »Music Review: Rhiannon Giddens – ‘Freedom Highway’
'Freedom Highway' from Rhiannon Giddens is one of those amazing rarities, a politically charged and artistically refined album. The music is spectacular, the lyrics are beautiful and inspiring, and the singing is as glorious as you'll hear anywhere.
Read More »Music Review: Ron Boustead – ‘Unlikely Valentine’
An integration of blue-eyed soul, modern bop, and vintage swing, vocalist Ron Boustead is adept at presenting a repertoire that merges Frank Sinatra with Michael McDonald.
Read More »Music Review: Logan Metz – ‘The Last Remaining Payphone in L.A.’
Soulful singer Logan Metz’s ‘The Last Remaining Payphone in L.A.’ is a beautiful composed emotion-laden experience.
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