Soul

A collection from the namesakes of the Merseybeat scene, plus Diana Jones and Eddie 9-Volt.

The veteran Pittsburgh rocker recorded his new album during the pandemic with a heavy dose of soulful horns – and a sorely needed message of unity.

The Beat Farmers' 1985 debut resurfaces in a deluxe edition and Will Porter's overlooked 2015 gem is reissued. Plus, fine new music from James Holvay and Mary Karlzen, two artists who haven't been heard from in ages.

Nightmare in Paradise' from Taylor Holmes is the perfect synthesis of electronic music and soul sensibilities. This is next generation music happening right now.

Finnish folk soloist Antti Paalanen and dream pop duo Purple Pilgrims were among the highlights for March 19-20 at SXSW Music Festival 2021.

Drug Store Romeos and Paupière were among the highlights for March 17-18 on SXSW Music Festival 2021.

Steve Van Zandt delivers four CDs' worth of live material, including a Beatles tribute in Liverpool that is also available as a video.

The Minneapolis marvel's best album reappears in a vastly enhanced version. Also, a punk powerhouse revamps his 1982 second LP.

This thoughtfully conceived 12-track album ranges through Cohen's catalogue, from his debut in 1967 to the 21st century.

A book documents the history of an influential 1960s British TV music show. Plus, CDs from Solomon Burke, Sensational Country Blues Wonders, Paul Winter, and Felix Hatfield.