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R&B/Soul: Ben Official – “I’m Sorry” (Prod. By Authentik Made) [Video]
January 26, 2014
Ben Official with the visual for a classic lover’s lamentation entitled “I’m Sorry” (produced by Authentik Made). This mid-tempo melancholy melody is a what-I-wish-we-were profession of love, but ultimately declares he is better off… they are better off… apart. Mm mm mm. Sometimes it’s a good thing to be a little sad. We’ve all Ben there.
– @ojones1
Blank On Blank: Ray Charles Speaking On Singing True (Video)
January 10, 2014
Interview by Joe Smith captured some gems in interviewing the late great Ray Charles during the writing of “Off the Record” (June 3, 1987).
“If somebody don’t like something that I do, that’s his or her prerogative. Just like it’s mine.”
– Ray Charles
Posted in Animation, Celebrity, History, Series, Soul, Videos | 
Tags: Blank on Blank, PBS, PBS Digital Studios, Ray Charles, Ray Charles on Singing True | 
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Barry White Speaking On What He Knows Best: Making Love (Video)
January 10, 2014
Not sure if you remember where you were when The Maestro, Barry White, passed from this realm… but if you love good ‘love’ music, you gotta miss his music!
“When a man’s making love, the last thing he thinks about is war.”
– Barry White
That’s right. Check out the Blank on Blank by PBS animation of audio of an interview by Joe Smith, during the writing of Off the Record (April 3, 1987; Los Angeles, California, USA). Dope content. A lot to think about and enjoy in this one.
Posted in Animation, Celebrity, History, R&B, Series, Soul, Videos | Tags: Barry White, Barry White on Making Love, Blank on Blank, PBS, PBS Digital Studios | No Comments »
R&B/Soul: Phil Beaudreau – “Ether” (Album)
January 9, 2014
Put up several posts on Phil Beaudreau first half of 2013. All dope! Now (drum roll) it’s time to post the whole plate of goodness. Here is the stream for Phil Beaudreau’s full album “Ether” with 3-time Grammy-winning producer Dawaun Parker.
Alternative/Hip-Hop/Soul: The Love Machine Project – “Earth” (Video)
December 25, 2013
Indie singer/songwriter Candice Anitra and conscious rapper/producer Mustafa “Effortless” Shakir have teamed up, as The Love Machine Project; putting out an eclectic EP they call “Love Machine.” Check out this music video for a single from the EP entitled “Earth.” Good interview on the two for you to watch after the jump, too.
– @ojones1
Posted in Alternative, EP, Hip-Hop, Soul, Videos | Tags: Candice Anitra, Effortless, LOVE MACHINE, Mustafa "Effortless" Shakir, Mustafa Shakir, THE LOVE MACHINE PROJECT | No Comments »
R&B: Raheem DeVaughn – “Pink Crush Velvet” (Video)
December 24, 2013
Raheem DeVaughn said it feels “like pink crush velvet.” Alright. So, we start in that direction. But ask the ladies, and they take it there! “Tight.” “Soft.” “Moist.” “Warm.” “P*ssy.” That’s what the honeys said it is. It is what it is… just what you think.
If you have Raheem’s album – “A Place Called Love Land†– you should be spinning “Pink Crush Velvet” tonight. Watch the vid above if you need ‘ideas and inspiration.’
Posted in Album, R&B, Soul, Videos | Tags: A place called loveland, Pink Crush Velvet, Raheem DeVaughn | No Comments »
R&B/Soul: Anthony David – “Wonderful Christmas Time” (Prod. By Afroblew Productions) [Video]
December 24, 2013
Sang that then Anthony David. It is our genuine hope that by tomorrow you too will be having a “Wonderful Christmas Time.” Soulful, warm-hearted fun vibe to this one. Enjoy. Happy Holidays!
“…remake of Paul McCartney’s classic Christmas tune, featuring Carmen Rodgers, Avery Sunshine, and Victor Jackson. Produced by Afroblew Productions. Directed by Anthony David and Daniel Harold… We had a BALL! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all!”
– Anthony David
R&B/Soul: Salaam Remi – “One In The Chamber” feat. Akon (Video)
December 19, 2013
Producer Salaam Remi puts it down, and puts Akon down, on this “One In The Chamber.” Off Salaam’s Grammy-nominated “ONE: In the Chamber” album, the video had to bring it. Sex, guns, and intrigue all in less than five minutes… Consider it brought.
Posted in Album, R&B, Soul, Videos | Tags: Akon, IN THE CHAMBER, One, ONE: IN THE CHAMBER, Salaam Remi | No Comments »
Mandela Tribute In South African Department Store (Video)
December 18, 2013
Soul-stirring performance in tribute to the late Nelson Mandela… in South Africa… in a Woolworths produce section. Unexpected? Definitely! Will you LOVE it? DEFINITELY! Watch.
On Saturday, 7 December 2013, Woolworths had planned a performance at our Parkview store in Pretoria to support our Operation Smile Christmas campaign. The Soweto Gospel Choir’s planned a rendition of James Brown’s I Feel Good. But, after Madiba’s passing the choir decided on a tribute instead. They chose Johnny Clegg’s Asimbonanga.
– Woolworths SA
R&B/Alternative: Blood Orange – “Chamakay” ft. Caroline Polachek (Video)
December 15, 2013
Believe it or not I just heard this song for the first time a couple of days ago. This “Chamakay” is a very dope song from Blood Orange… off the album, “Cupid Deluxe.”
Posted in Alternative, Music, Soul, Videos | Tags: BLOOD ORANGE, CAROLINE POLACHEK, CHAMAKAY | No Comments »
R&B/Soul: Marsha Ambrosius – “Without You” feat. Ne-Yo (Video)
December 15, 2013
Dark matter coming in the form of song from British soul singer Marsha Ambrosius… child molestation related in this powerful video for her single “Without You” (featuring Ne-Yo). Be on the lookout Marsha’s “Friends & Lovers” LP (due out 2014). The single is out now on iTunes though; so you can get that immediately, if you like.
R&B: Jean Deaux – “Grape Soda” (Prod. By Tim Suby)
November 18, 2013
Chicago artist Jean Deaux offers alternative-styled soul served up as song in her latest work – entitled “Grape Soda.†She sorta took Vic Mensa’s “Soda” track’s name; but not much else. Production by Tim Suby.
R&B/Soul: Marian Mereba – “Go To London” (Alkebulan Remix)
November 1, 2013
Marian Mereba with a new mix of ‘old soul-feeling’ music entitled “Go To London” (Alkebulan Mix). This version produced by Alkebulan (of course)… But here’s more from Marian…
‘Famo Since 1991 and I teamed up to bring you the “Room for Living Remix EP” hosted by Gianni Lee. Project due to be premiered 10/31/13 via www.BabylonCartel.com. Available everywhere Nov. 4th.’
FREE downloads are now available!
DOWNLOAD: MARIAN MEREBA – GO TO LONDON (ALKEBULAN REMIX) | ROOM FOR LIVING REMIX EP
Posted in Album, Jazz, Music, R&B, Soul | Tags: Alkebulan Remix, Go To London, Marian Mereba, Room For Living Remix | No Comments »
R&B/Soul: DJ Rahdu – “Follow Me: D’angelo Flips, Remixes And Tributes” (Mixtape)
October 28, 2013
BamaLoveSoul and DJ Rahdu doing the love… keeping the flame of hope alive with this “Follow Me” flip mix while we wait on the next D’Angelo work of art. Now, this is just the 11-minute sampler. They have a full mix on the way. They cannot “can’t imagine him releasing a bomb” – which is a sentiment many share. This is how you hold your fav artist down while they are out of the spotlight.
“Enjoy Follow Me, our tribute to the fans that have been inspired by and hopefully inspire D’angelo and encourage him to release the next album we’ll be enjoying even 18 years later.”
– BamaLoveSoul
DJ RAHDU – FOLLOW ME: D’ANGELO FLIPS, REMIXES AND TRIBUTES (MIXTAPE)
Posted in Funk, Mixtapes, Music, R&B, Soul | Tags: BamaLoveSoul, D'ANGELO, D'angelo Flips, DJ Rahdu, Follow Me, Remixes and Tributes | No Comments »
Robert Glasper feat. Jill Scott – “Calls” (Video)
October 15, 2013
Robert Glasper’s new single featuring Jill Scott entitled ‘Calls’ is one of my favorite new R&B/Soul joints over the past month or so. It’s not uncommon for me to replay a great song over & over again after hearing it for the very first time. Robert Glasper & Jill Scott’s collaborative piece would be no exception to that process of mine. The single will appear on Robert Glasper’s upcoming project “Black Radio 2” featuring many artists such as Dwele, Faith Evans, Common, Norah Jones, Snoop Dogg, & more due October 29th on Blue Note Records. You can pre-order the album below, but for now check out the almost dream-like yet creative new video for ‘Calls’ above….
DOWNLOAD: ROBERT GLASPER – BLACK RADIO 2 (ALBUM)
Posted in Jazz, R&B, Soul, Videos | Tags: Black Radio 2, Calls, Jill Scott, Robert Glasper, Robert Glasper Experiment, The Robert Glasper Experiment | No Comments »
Marian Mereba x Yamin Semali – “Sinking Ships” (Â¥$ Remix)
October 9, 2013
The Atlanta homie, DJ, emcee, & producer Yamin Semali sent over this dope ass remix of ‘Sinking Ships’ by fellow ATL resident, by way of Philly, Marian Mereba. The original version appears on her 10-track ‘Room For Living’ EP that’s available now. Not only did Yamin produce this dope remix, but he also delivers a few bars that compliment the ‘dopest Ethiopian’s’ song perfectly. This is that uncut dopeness! I had this joint on repeat several times after I initially hit ‘play’. I’m definitely diggin’ the remix as much as the original & I’m sure you will too…
DOWNLOAD: MARIAN MEREBA X YAMIN SEMALI – SINKING SHIPS (Â¥$ REMIX)
Alternative/Funk: Sunni Colón – “Blow/Fantasy” (Produced By Patrick Lukens x Sunni Colòn)
October 1, 2013
Sunni Colòn… You’ll swear you hear Prince on the track, too; but it’s just him. The man drops a two’fer – two tracks in one release – entitled “Blow†and “Fantasy,†respectively. Patrick Lukens aids Sunni in this progressive/rock/funk double-production.
SUNNI COLON – BLOW/FANTASY (PROD. BY PATRICK LUKENS X SUNNI COLON)
Posted in Alternative, Funk, Music, Producers, Rock, Soul | Tags: BLOW, BLOW/FANTASY, FANTASY, PATRICK LUKENS, SUNNI COLON | No Comments »
Charlie Wilson Speaks With ‘SoulCulture TV’ On His Musical Longevity, His Battle With Cancer (Video)
September 30, 2013
The Gap Band’s lead man… Uncle Charlie… four decades and going strong in the music game! Wow. Charlie Wilson is a legend. But in the above interview, Charlie Wilson gives insight on his human side as well – talking about how he’s kept going string in the music industry, his work with Kanye West and admiration for other artists, his battle with prostate cancer and more.
Posted in R&B, Soul, Videos | Tags: beating cancer, cancer, charlie wilson, Kanye West, longevity, prostate cancer, SoulCulture, SoulCulture TV | No Comments »
R&B/Soul: The Foreign Exchange x Sy Smith – “Right After Midnightâ€
September 28, 2013
The Foreign Exchange with a smooth jam here. “Right After Midnight†– a love jam featuring Sy Smith – is on the act’s “Love In Flying Colors” LP. The LP is out on iTunes now.
THE FOREIGN EXCHANGE X SY SMITH – RIGHT AFTER MIDNIGHT | LOVE IN FLYING COLORS
Posted in Album, Music, R&B, Soul | Tags: LOVE IN FLYING COLORS, RIGHT AFTER MIDNIGHT, Sy Smith, The Foreign Exchange | 1 Comment »
Jill Scott Stops By The Breakfast Club To Promo Her New Movie, Talk About Music, And More (Video)
September 25, 2013
Jill Scott doing the promo rounds on radio. We posted her interview at Hot 97, and now we got that Power 105 chit-chat with The Breakfast Club on Power 105 for you. She talks about her upcoming “Baggage Claim†film (which also features Paula Patton, Adam Brody, Djimon Hounsou, Taye Diggs, Christina Milian, and Derek Luke), about a recent trip to Africa, about her acting, her music and more.
Posted in R&B, Radio, Soul, Videos | Tags: Jill Scott, Power 105, Power 105.1, The Breakfast Club | No Comments »
