About Us / F.A.Q.

SoulBounce was created with the intent to expand the conversation of urban music beyond the over-exposed and the obvious. While we still mention some popular mainstream artists, our chief focus is on the alternatives. You'll get a mix here. Artists that run the gamut from Vikter Duplaix and Eric Roberson to Mary J. Blige and Kanye West, plus everything in between, beyond, and to the side!

Also, SoulBounce is dedicated to aggressively providing its audience with frequent daily updates, media and entertaining op-eds. Simply put, we are the only music blog with a recipe of constant updates, engaging and sometimes edgy writing, soulful content and a cutting edge design, for grown folks!

When did SoulBounce launch?
The beta version launched in August of 2007.

Hey, I'm getting an error when I try to play some your archived audio files. What gives?
Music files are stored for a limited time. Only the most recent additions will work.

Can you email me that MP3 that you posted on--
No.

I left a comment here and now it's gone. Why did you delete it?
Because we frown on being told

"shut the f*** up with your gay a**, this s*** is crack you bi**** a** n****."

It's okay to disagree, but be respectful. Additionally, it's important to know when it is appropriate to leave a comment versus sending an email. We already know that your intentions are not to inform and engage if you leave a comment cursing us out or being a truculent smarty-pants.

Hey, you said my favorite neo-soul singer's weave was busted! I thought you guys supported her!
Look, no one is above reproach. We're able to separate faults from merits and acknowledge them equally. We apologize if you thought this was a fansite.

How come you guys never talk about ________ ?
We have a tips line for suggestions. If the music or artist fits within our intended demographic, we'll make it happen! Email us at soulbounceonline [at] gmail.com!

Speaking of this "intended demographic," describe these mythical creatures to us.
The SoulBounce Audience is primarily over the the age of 25. While they might attend a major concert here and there, they are more likely to hit up small, intimate venues to catch Bilal, Eric Roberson, The Foreign Exchange, etc. They aren't afraid to hit the corner carryout for a 3-piece and fries, but still know how to order a martini like a seasoned social alcoholic. The SoulBounce Audience knows what a vinyl record is and might even own a couple. They know how to party without hitting someone over the head with a bottle and are tired of using "crunk" as an adjective. Simply put, the SoulBounce audience is made up of eclectic, progressive, intelligent, urbane, mature, and creative music lovers.

I think you guys might be elitists.
You're probably right. Thanks for noticing!


Commenting FYI

We've deluded ourselves into thinking we're better, harder, faster and stronger than your average, run-of-the-mill, garden variety Black entertainment blog, strictly by virtue of our approach to... well, everything. So, we like to do things a little differently, and we ask that you do too when crossing the threshold. Since you are a guest here and we'd love to have you back, here's a shortlist of things to keep in mind when contributing to the discourse on SoulBounce.com.

  • Using profanity may throw your comment into moderation and it will sit there until someone approves it. This is because a good amount spam employs unseemly language and we'd rather be safe than sorry.
  • Same for URLs (linked and un-linked), in some cases.
  • No personal attacks on other commenters. Keep it classy!
  • Please don't leave condescending statements towards the editors of this site. If you have a beef with the editors or our choice of content, shoot us an email. That way we know you aren't just doing it for attention.
  • If you absolutely must insult an artist, be funny and clever. We like that.
  • Disagree respectfully and criticize constructively.
  • Racist, sexist, homophobic and any other ignorance of that nature are a major no-no!
  • In general, we like our feedback to reflect an intelligent, mature, and savvy readership. StIcKy cApS, horrendous grammar/spelling, needlessly emotional verbiage and anything that makes you look 12 is a bad look. For us.
  • MP3's are archived for a limited time. Please don't ask for them or report "broken links."
For any concerns, questions, or general cursing out, please send an email to soulbounceonline [at] gmail.com. Otherwise, keep bouncin'!

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Comments

I'm really enjoying reading your nicely written content articles. It looks like you invest a lot of effort and time on your weblog. I have bookmarked it and I am searching forward to reading new articles. Maintain up the great operate!

Carola Angley   |   December 6, 2010 9:48 AM   |   Permalink

hi,

i'd love your website and what you're doing. could you possibly add me to your mailing list? also, i'm a publiciist, and i'd love to expose you to some of the very talented soul artists that i work with. thanks again, and be strong ladies!

~starchild7

starchild7   |   November 18, 2010 4:08 PM   |   Permalink

I met a very lovely lady today @ Pentagon City while enjoying 'Mr Scott McKnight's' visit in the DMV. Hope to link with you soon. Twitter request submitted and I'll have to do the same.

Ms Purple to you!

SMILES!!

Lady Di   |   May 2, 2010 9:02 PM   |   Permalink

Hi there i luv coming to your site its so informative ,i have my own website above and would like to exchange links with yourseleves
ABOUT For all your soul, jazz, RnB and urban funk music needs plus rnb music vidoes, music& entertainment news, movie trailers and celebrity news.

CD WOOLERY   |   March 13, 2010 4:13 AM   |   Permalink

I love your blog, i'd love to be on your blog roll. Mine just come into the world about a week and a half ago. I know you don't just add blog because they add you, i understand that. I do however, share the worldview of this blog and have a focus on the DC metropolitan area events that represent the tastes of those who, as you put it: know what a vinyl record is and might even own a couple, know how to party without hitting someone over the head with a bottle and are tired of using "crunk" as an adjective. Simply put, the SoulBounce audience is made up of eclectic, progressive, intelligent, urbane, mature, and creative music lovers.
Peace

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diergegeono   |   March 3, 2010 5:04 AM   |   Permalink

Hey this site design is tight! What CMS did you use? Joomla, Drupal?

BGood   |   February 6, 2010 4:10 PM   |   Permalink

Soulbounce,
I have been a "Bouncer" for about 2 years now. I am 23 years old but my ear for good music is far more mature than most would expect. I currently have a blog site of my own called The Music Lounge. I would like for you all at SB to consider my blog for your blogroll, it would be much appreciated.
Thank You
-Ian
mishionsmusiclounge.blogspot.com

ian clark   |   January 30, 2010 12:36 PM   |   Permalink

Hi there...I found you guys through FS Green and I must admit, you guys know your music, have a great taste, and love the look of the blog.
If you have a spare second, please do check Word Is Bond...we are quite new to the blogsfere but always strive for good quality content.
Best
Jose

Jose Lopes   |   January 27, 2010 4:10 PM   |   Permalink

I love soulful R&B Music. That is my root and my music tastes branch out from there. Not really a fan of this pop corn, high pitched, techno influenced R&B garbage polluting the airwaves today. What happened to strong arming the P*ssy? Cats don't have to sing the panties off anymore. They don't have to pour there heart and soul out on a track now days. Hell, half the time there done singing 2 min into the song and were forced to listen to the last 2 min of there wack ass beat! Man, I wish I had the gift of voice. I'd take it back to 1990's R&B, where you had groups like Jodeci, H-Town, Boys II Men. Groups who gave you all your monies worth. Remember out singing the music? You damn there had to pull bruthas off of the stage because the curtain was falling and they were still singing! That's what I miss. Anyway, my site www.MusikJunkies.com is a site for Everything Music. My primary focus is to shed light to the indie/ local/ under appreciated artist. I love the work your doing over at SoulBounce and I'm a avid follower!
(visit 1-2 daily). I would like to network with you all as well as possibly be one of the privileged few to work with your talented staff.

Thanks for your time!

Byron Gabriel
www.MusikJunkies.com

Byron Gabriel   |   January 20, 2010 12:58 AM   |   Permalink

Your FAQ on SB's demographics is classic! New to the site and love it...I will check back on the regular moving forward!

Gregg   |   January 14, 2010 11:54 PM   |   Permalink

Your FAQ on SB's demographics is classic! New to the site and love it...I will check back on the regular moving forward!

Gregg   |   January 14, 2010 11:53 PM   |   Permalink

Dear Soulbounce,

I'm a real fan of your website.. It's one of the first R&B/Soul websites that really adore the music, and ain't writing just for the money! In The Netherlands I've also started a website like Soulbounce, but then more about R&B and Slowjams..

www.juicy-records.nl

I was wondering if we could exchange our links? It will be an honour to get a link on your site! I hope to hear from you..

Peace,

Jort
info@juicy-records.nl
www.juicy-records.nl

Juicy Records   |   December 3, 2009 4:59 PM   |   Permalink

Yeah, it had some really good lines. ,

Loy91   |   October 23, 2009 2:05 AM   |   Permalink

Who did the song they took the sample from for Junior M.A.F.I.A.s "Get Money"? I heard the original song in a bar once. The keys amd the woman singing are beautiful and the bass line changes are hot.

name dis beat   |   June 25, 2009 2:19 AM   |   Permalink

What's up, people?

I have been trying to find..but so far with no avail...a track that I heard on Anthony David's MySpace about a year ago. Aside from the track 'Words' with India Arie, this was another duet with another female vocalist. I think that the track was titled 'Waiting For The Spring'...something like that. I am all 'Googled' out...so, if anyone knows about the track I am referring to, please hit me up at jedi_mental@yahoo.com. Thanks.

DeMarco   |   March 7, 2009 4:20 AM   |   Permalink

Please check out BSoul.tv and let's do a link exchange for our respective blog rolls.

All the best!

Stanley

Stanley   |   February 20, 2009 9:47 PM   |   Permalink

Wow. I just looked you guys up after reading your write-up on Jessica Tonder because we both happen to be listed on her website, and I am impressed. Clearly, you have great taste in music (so we at least have that in common). I write for a music blog that covers a lot of urban alternative/altpop music. Stop by, you may hear something you like. Keep up the great work.

nikita|gale   |   November 15, 2008 10:32 AM   |   Permalink

PEACE i LIKE YOUR WEBSITE

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i AM IN THE PROCESS OF DOING A BLOG AND WANT TO INCLUDE

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Harold C. Hunter Jr   |   October 28, 2008 10:18 PM   |   Permalink

the reason I'm attempting to contact the site is because I recently heard of a contest to become the opening act for Eric Benet in Baton Rouge, La for the Oct 17th show. I literally know a young lady who will blow up the stage. She's has the club scene locked. You should check her out in New Orleans performing on: Fri, Sat, and Sun. Her name is ATONIA... She's at Seals, or Kermits off Bernard Ave. Don't miss her.

Terrence Helaire   |   October 6, 2008 8:02 PM   |   Permalink

I just stumbled upon this! I am excited to interact with people of the same interest. You will see me often.

Music Enthusiast   |   August 14, 2008 10:27 AM   |   Permalink

Do you cover smooth jazz artists??

Noelle E. Sewell   |   July 30, 2008 7:59 PM   |   Permalink

Love the theme you have going here with SoulBounce. We at UrbanLyfeStyles want to exchange links with you...put you in our blogroll on the UrbanLyfeStyles blog.

Peace and no hair grease.

Sean   |   June 13, 2008 11:42 PM   |   Permalink

Hi there ladies and gentlemen!

I sent you a e-mail but it went out with an error message, so feel free to delete this comment after you read it :)

Well, I wrote this just to let you know that I change the virtual location of my blog. You soulful people got it on your blogroll, so I thought you might be interested in a little update. The old blog, http://soulpower.wordpress.com is still online but kinda slow. Probably it will stop. I created a new one last week, http://almahumana.wordpress.com and it will run quite like the old one fashion way. The Portuguese way. The old blog was like the only soulful blog around here, but now there is another one, http://www.soulife.com.pt/blogger/blog.html (not mine) and someday this might come with a normal site http://www.soulife.com.pt (not mine too, but I thought you might be interested).

Thank you people, and sorry if my English was no good.

Leandro Silva, a SoulBounce daily reader :)

Leandro Silva   |   June 9, 2008 9:22 PM   |   Permalink

much love! i respect what you guys are doin! peace, love and soul!

ken rollon   |   June 7, 2008 2:07 AM   |   Permalink










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