Released: 1978 Label: TK Records To an entire generation of hip-hop fans, the groove behind this record will always be associated with Tupac’s 1998 classic, Do For Love. But 20 years earlier, a blue-eyed multi-instrumentalist recorded the fautless original, which would go on to become the signature song of his career. Unbelievably, on this live … Continue reading
Released: 2002 Label: Epic Call it blasphemy to suggest it, but I’ll go ahead and say it anyway: Canadian neo-soul singer (that’s what they called them in the early noughties) <strong>Glenn Lewis</strong>, had probably the closest vocals to Stevie Wonder that you’ll ever hear. It doesn’t feel right to call him a one-hit wonder, especially as his album, … Continue reading
With more than 60 million albums sold worldwide, R&B has never produced a more successful collective than Boyz II Men. Last week, they made their mark once again by recieving the 2,456th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. I caught up with member Nathan Morris. Here’s what he had to say on 20 years in the game, why he wouldn’t … Continue reading
If you’ve taken a punt on tickets for the forgotten man of soul, D’Angelo, at his February 3rd concert at the 02 Brixton Academy, chances are, you’re somehow optimistic of witnessing a memorable show from a reclusive genius, who’s not bothered to release any music in over 13 years. The good news is that you’re far from alone in your positive/curious outlook. The one-time … Continue reading
Released: 1999 Label: Columbia This must have been the time in Maxwell‘s life when he must have felt like the sexiest man alive – and no wonder when he was making tunes like this. Originally appearing on the soundtrack to the Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence comedy, Life, this gem also showed up on his third album, Now. For … Continue reading
Released: 2001 Label: Atlantic For reasons only explained by record label politics, Hawkins’ debut album never saw the light of day. As a result, this is a record that went under the radars of most soul fans – which is nothing short of criminal. This tune is the definition of a classy crossover soul record … Continue reading
Worth a punt when tix go on sale friday? I mean how bad can it be?? soul superstar announces Brixton dates!
