Though lampooned by the punk generation for its self-indulgence, the progressive ‘prog’ rock genre has had its standing somewhat rehabilitated by modern listeners who, as radio DJ Stuart Maconie writes […]
I had the great pleasure of seeing Burt Bacharach perform during what might have been his final UK concert appearance. The late composer’s illustrious catalogue is being given a triumphant […]
The first time I saw Vanessa Haynes, performing at a Ronnie Scott’s Christmas show, she blew me away with a Gladys Knight cover. I remember being disarmed and thrilled by […]
One of the biggest compliments I can give Jazz Voice – the gala which opens each iteration of the EFG London Jazz Festival – is that I invariably leave with […]
Every year, The House That Soul Built heads to the London Jazz Festival — an exhilarating, citywide celebration of music across multiple venues. Whether you’re a fan of classic jazz, […]
It’s been a while since we’ve done a round-up, so here are some of the latest soul releases on our radar! Who else should we be listening to? Conner Reeves […]
South African soprano Golda Schultz joined the Chamber Orchestra of Europe under Robin Ticciati for a Saturday night at the BBC Proms celebrating some of the 20th century’s most distinctive […]
The BBC Proms has previously hosted individual tributes to Black American icons like Nina Simone, Stevie Wonder, and Aretha Franklin. This year’s Soul Revolution Prom cast a wider net, drawing […]
This is a generational talent. I needed little convincing after seeing Samara Joy live at the Barbican for London Jazz Festival a couple of years ago. But she rose to […]
If this was a goodbye, it was a glorious one. As I write this review from my living room table, I’m faced by a striking print of The Supremes by […]
Every year, The House That Soul Built attends the BBC Proms which, though largely a celebration of classical music, always has some choice events for soul, jazz, and blues afficionados. Here […]
For many, Love to Love You Baby (1975) was their first taste of Donna Summer, the soon-to-be Queen of Disco. A 17-minute symphony of orgasmic moans, the title track still […]
The artwork for Soul Survivor: A Life in Song – P.P. Arnold’s sweeping new boxset celebrating her 60-year career – is profoundly moving. In the foreground, a recent profile of Arnold […]
Nina Simone’s work is constantly ripe for interpretation and re-interpretation. With a timeless catalogue marrying romantic tumult with political fury, it’s hard to resist the opportunity to hear these thrilling […]