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Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To Attend November's Sol Village!

As another third Wednesday rapidly approaches, NYC Bouncers know what time it is: Sol Village time! That's right, it's about to go down this Wednesday, November 18th at our favorite NYC haunt, S.O.B.'s, for another indie star-studded evening of musical...

Butta  |  11/16/2009 at 6:00 PM  |  Leave a Comment  |  Permalink

First Spin

JSOUL Has 'Potential'

The concepts of indie soul range from bohemian mantras to mental escapes from chaotic reality. Most times, we just want something to make us nod our heads and smile. Jamal Smith aka JSOUL has joined forces with Eric Roberson and Maryland-MC, Substantial,...

Fave  |  11/11/2009 at 4:00 PM  |  Comments (4)  |  Permalink

Mixtape Roundup

Fall Into 'Autumn' With Flwrpt

We're huge fans of Flwrpt around these parts and how could we not be when he consistently drops musical gems such as his newest mix, Autumn. Featuring nu-soul, deep house and electronic grooves from Eric Roberson, Andre 3000, Jamiroquai and...

Butta  |  11/02/2009 at 1:00 PM  |  Leave a Comment  |  Permalink

Quiet Bounce

Quiet Bounce: 'Dealing' With The Situation

Each generation has their musical adaptation of infidelity (e.g., "If Loving You is Wrong" and "Secret Lovers"). Eric Roberson brings a soulful perspective on the topic with "Dealing," an incredible duet with Lalah Hathaway. It has a 21st century sound,...

Fave  |  10/29/2009 at 8:00 PM  |  Comments (5)  |  Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Eric Roberson Bubbles On Billboard Charts

Major congratulations are in order for SoulBounce fave Eric Roberson who has landed on not one but two Billboard charts. He announced the good news on his blog this week and no one could be happier for him than us...

Butta  |  10/22/2009 at 3:00 PM  |  Comments (4)  |  Permalink

Industry & Culture

The Good New Days

Do you remember the good old days of music? Depending on your age, that era may vary. My parents nurtured my young ears with the sounds of Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and Diana Ross. In the '80s, I walked the...

Fave  |  10/22/2009 at 12:00 PM  |  Comments (8)  |  Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Eric Roberson In Concert!

If you live in the DC area and are not firmly ensconced under a rock, then you know that we are knee deep in Howard University's 2009 Homecoming Week right about now. And no Howard Homecoming would be complete without...

Butta  |  10/21/2009 at 6:00 PM  |  Leave a Comment  |  Permalink

I Was There, Reviews

Digging The Underground Soul With Eric Roberson, Choklate And Liv Warfield

My eyes scanned the sea of dreadlocks, afros, perms, diamond encrusted watches, church shoes, sandals, designer jeans and clingy capris while the bartender poured drinks and catfish sizzled from the kitchen. This was Grooves Lounge, one of the many playgrounds...

Fave  |  10/12/2009 at 2:00 PM  |  Leave a Comment  |  Permalink

The Interwebs

Soulcial Media

The strength of music dwells in its ability to connect us to the memories that shape our lives. The bond between our souls and the song is often enhanced when connecting with the song makers. Our desire to affix ourselves...

Fave  |  10/02/2009 at 5:30 PM  |  Comments (2)  |  Permalink

I Was There, Reviews

Eric Roberson Does It For The Music Fans First

Tuesday night in New York City, Eric Roberson feted his birthday and the release of his new album Music Fan First. Fans of his music peppered the stark white candlelit booths and tables of winter-themed lounge Aspen while DJ...

Jalylah  |  09/25/2009 at 4:30 PM  |  Comments (3)  |  Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Don't Wanna Miss Out

Just when you thought Kanye-Gate was tired and played out, there are t-shirts to prove it. [SONYC]Beyonce isn't welcome in Malaysia because she's "immoral." [SR]Dame Dash is back in the game with a new movie starring Mos Def in...

Butta  |  09/23/2009 at 10:00 AM  |  Leave a Comment  |  Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Phonte & Eric Roberson Honor, Channel Michael Jackson In London

This past weekend at the Jazz Cafe in UK, music lovers were treated to a two-night concert in celebration of Michael Jackson's birthday. It's no secret that the Jazz Cafe stays doing it right, but they upped the ante...

Butta  |  08/31/2009 at 3:00 PM  |  Comments (3)  |  Permalink

Interviews

Behind The Groove With Eric Roberson

Welcome back to the third season of Behind the Groove! It's only fitting that I open up this new season with an interview with my musical boo Eric Roberson. His new album, Music Fan First, has finally been released,...

Butta  |  08/26/2009 at 12:00 PM  |  Comments (4)  |  Permalink

First Spin

Eric Roberson & Wayna Make Me 'Wanna Believe it Again'

As quiet is kept, I've really had to restrain myself from not going buck wild crazy with the Eric Roberson coverage on SoulBounce. Because if this were my personal blog then I would devote a good 2-3 posts a day...

Butta  |  08/19/2009 at 11:00 AM  |  Comments (4)  |  Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Eric Roberson Gives Us A Sneak Peek At 'Music Fan First'

To say that I have been patiently waiting for Eric Roberson's new album is an understatement of epic proportions (just check our archives for proof). Music Fan First will finally see the light on August 25th and make a perfect...

Butta  |  08/05/2009 at 11:00 AM  |  Comments (7)  |  Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Kev Brown Is Officially 'Random'

I digs Kev Brown. Not simply because he hails from my area, but also because he tends to work with a lot of our faves here at SoulBounce: Eric Roberson, Raheem DeVaughn, Wayna, V and De La Soul, to name...

nOvaMatic  |  07/31/2009 at 11:00 AM  |  Leave a Comment  |  Permalink

Releases

Behold Eric Roberson's 'Music Fan First' Cover

After all of the bad/sad news of the past week, leave it to Eric Roberson to turn my frown upside down. Not that Erro has to do much to achieve that feat in general, but with the unveiling of his...

Butta  |  07/03/2009 at 11:00 AM  |  Comments (4)  |  Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Eric Roberson, Peter Hadar & Jesse Boykins III In Concert!

NYC Bouncers, this is your lucky week! We have a second giveaway popping off this week for our beloved New Yorkers, and this time it's for tickets to see Eric Roberson, Peter Hadar and Jesse Boykins III this Saturday...

Butta  |  06/16/2009 at 12:00 PM  |  Leave a Comment  |  Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets to Attend Sol Village This Week!

Hey, hey, hey, NYC Bouncers! It's that time of the month again--Sol Village time at S.O.B.'s! And this month's showcase is going to be ridiculous. Not only is our main man Eric Roberson hosting, but the headliner for this...

Butta  |  06/15/2009 at 1:00 PM  |  Leave a Comment  |  Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Lalah Hathaway Gets 'Fab' With Eric Roberson

Eric Roberson, aka Erro, rocks. But you already knew that. What cements this is his ability to not only produce great soul music, but to put souls at ease. Never is that more apparent than when he gets fellow artists...

Harlem  |  06/15/2009 at 12:00 PM  |  Comments (1)  |  Permalink