Gabriels – Angels & Queens Part 1 (Review)
After an uneven and rocky stint on American Idol in 2011, I did not expect Jacob Lusk to re-emerge a decade later fronting one of the most exciting soul debuts […]
Mica Millar – ‘Will I See You Again’ (Review)
Mica Millar has attracted some much deserved buzz with her throaty-voiced ‘blue-eyed soul’. Her command of the wistful ballad is underscored by ‘Will I See You Again’, a bluesy soul […]
Hil St Soul – Back in Love (Review)
Hil St Soul is part of the fabric of British soul. A collaborative partnership between vocalist Hilary Mwelwa and producer Victor Redwood-Sawyerr, Hil St Soul released their debut Soul Organic […]
Tawiah & Al Moore – Ertha (Review)
British soul singer Tawiah has collaborated with writer and artist Al Moore to produce the captivating Ertha, a concept album based on Moore’s poetry and set to Tawiah’s music. Moore’s […]
Acantha Lang – ‘Carry The Weight’ (Review)
A thematic companion to her ‘It’s Gonna Be Alright‘, ‘Carry The Weight’ is another anthem of support and perseverance from Acantha Lang. Delivering a well-paced performance, Lang warms up the […]
Jazz Voice 2022 (Review)
The strongest Jazz Voice in years The EFG London Jazz Festival began 30 years ago. And 15 years ago, the Jazz Voice gala was introduced. The brainchild of composer Guy […]
Rob Picazo – ‘Soothe My Soul’ (Review)
Emerging artist Rob Picazo, born in Madrid but based in the South-East of England, shows his command of the soul ballad with ‘Soothe My Soul’ – the second single and […]
Lady Blackbird – ‘Feel It Comin’ (Review)
‘Feel It Comin’ sees the uber-talented Lady Blackbird depart from the anguished jazz-soul of her previous releases. With Phil Spectorish production from Chris Seefried and Bad Sounds, ‘Feel It Comin’ […]
Jamison Ross – JAMO (Review)
Artists like Jamison Ross may make you wait between releases, but that is with good reason. The prodigal drummer, vocalist and producer already has two Grammy nominations under his belt (one […]
Jalen N’Gonda – ‘Just Like You Used To’ (Review)
In a partnership as logical (and enjoyable) as bread and butter, Daptone Records has added London-based musician Jalen N’Gonda to its roster. Raised just outside of Washington D.C, N’Gonda – […]
Round-Up: Samara Joy, Danny Toeman, Le BAHO, Wendy Moten
Read our reviews of new material from Samara Joy, Danny Toeman, Le BAHO, and Wendy Moten! Samara Joy – ‘Can’t Get Out of This Mood’ Hailing from the Bronx, New […]
Lee Fields – ‘Sentimental Fool’ (Review)
Talk about longevity in soul, Lee Fields released his first record in 1969 and is still making new music. The soul veteran – who made a brief foray into real […]
Jules Buckley & Sheléa honour Aretha (Review)
Though monikered the ‘Queen of Soul’, Aretha Franklin mastered the realms of jazz, blues, and gospel with unwavering conviction. Celebrated recently in both the biopic Respect and the National Geographic […]
Lady Blackbird – ‘Did Somebody Make a Fool Out of You’ (Review)
Sometimes covering someone else’s material can be the most powerful demonstration of one’s artistry. Black Acid Soul, the debut album from the magnificent Lady Blackbird, with its stripped down renderings of […]