When Motown Tried — and Failed
With stars like T.G. Sheppard and a few drinking songs, Motown tried to launch a country label called Melodyland; then a TV evangelist got involved. Read More
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10 Genre Bending Blues Rock Acts
Blues rock is a genre rooted in tradition, but some artists refuse to stay within the confines of convention. By Read More
“I played a 5-string with Lauryn Hill, but it didn’t feel like a real bass”: Raised on R&B, schooled by fusion, and empowered by punk rock, Bad Brains bassist Darryl Jenifer remains a 4-string purist
The bass powerhouse behind Washington DC’s Bad Brains pioneered a style that changed the history of punk Read More
Raised on R&B, schooled by fusion, and empowered by punk rock, Bad Brains bassist Darryl Jenifer remains a 4-string purist
The bass powerhouse behind Washington DC’s Bad Brains pioneered a style that changed the history of punk Read More
Print cover story: Rising Toronto R&B star Aqyila ready to take next step
JUNO award winner has great new album ready for release… Read More
Phabo Shares Wants to See What’s ‘Underneath’ on New Song
R&B singer-songwriter Phabo has released "Underneath," his fourth and final single of 2024, via The Polaris Way. Read More
Phabo Wants to See What’s ‘Underneath’ on New Song
R&B singer-songwriter Phabo has released "Underneath," his fourth and final single of 2024, via The Polaris Way. Read More
Who Was Reese G, 3Piece Member Dies At 49?
Reese G, a member of the Chicago-based R&B group 3Piece, passed away earlier this week. His bandmate Martin Walker confirmed the news in a heartfelt Facebook post, expressing his profound sadness and gratitude for the support of friends and fans. Maurice Walker, popularly known as Reese G, was a vital member of 3Piece, a Chicago-based R&B group that rose to prominence in the 1990s and early 2000s. The group, which also included Martin Walker and Jason, became known for their […]
Singled Out: Rene Benton’s Love Is Pain
Marine Corps veteran and internationally acclaimed guitarist Rene Benton recently release his new album , '2 Live in O-Ma-Haw; Lyvv in Omaha,' and to celebrate we asked him to tell us about the track 'Love Is Pain'. Read More
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