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Jesse Boykins III & Gora Sou Are 'Perfect' Together

Jesse Boykins III may be keeping us waiting for a little longer for his next album, Love Apparatus, but he is nonetheless satisfying our hunger for new music. Last year he was one of the artists accepted to participate in...

Butta | 02/07/2012 at 4:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy: Phony Ppl

Though Odd Future is probably the best known young collective of musicians, they definitely aren't the only ones. Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce you to Phony Ppl. Don't be misled by their name, though. These guys are definitely...

D-Money | 02/07/2012 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Cop This: D'Angelo & The Testimony 'Live In Paris' Full Concert

It's been a little over a week since we've had D'Angelo "back," and what a week it's been. In that time it's been a downright D'Angelorama -- hundreds of videos have hit the net from his European tour, we got...

Butta | 02/03/2012 at 7:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

The Internet Give You Four More 'Ladies' To Enjoy

It seems like it was just the other day that I was talking about that talented duo The Internet (maybe because it was), but I have more news about Syd tha Kid and Matt Martians that will be music to...

D-Money | 02/03/2012 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Will Vaughn Anthony & Dunson Pique Your 'Curiosity'?

Vaughn Anthony wants to get you curious about what he has going on musically, and if he sounds strangely familiar, it's because he sounds a lot like his brother, singer John Legend. Don't let the familial resemblance dissuade you though,...

NubianEmpress | 01/31/2012 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

This D'Angelo Mixtape Is All The Way 'Live'

Another day, another D'Angelo update. Hey, what can I say, it's gonna be like that for minute while all of us here at SBHQ float on cloud 900 at his incredible return to the scene, erasing over a decade of...

Butta | 01/31/2012 at 1:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Frank Ocean Does His 'Voodoo' Oh So Well

D'Angelo's triumphant return to the stage isn't the only reason that voodoo is on our minds. That's because Frank Ocean has just dropped a new (but brief) track entitled "Voodoo" via his Tumblr (which he seems to update on a...

D-Money | 01/30/2012 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Opolopo Shares His 'Twenty-Second Thoughts'

I'm seriously beginning to wonder if Opolopo has lived in a time machine for the past 25 years, because some of his music sounds straight out of the mid-'80s as opposed to current day. It's uncanny how much he has...

Butta | 01/30/2012 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Celebrate Axel F's One-Year Anniversary With This Bodyroll-Inducing Mix From DJ Stylus

Just the other day, NubianEmpress was bemoaning the lack of bodyroll music in her The Game column. Leave it to SoulBounce fam DJ Stylus to come to the rescue with this very special mix whose purpose is to induce bodyrolls...

Butta | 01/27/2012 at 7:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Elle Varner Is A 'Conversational Lush'

Quirky cutie Elle Varner has worked her way into our ice cold hearts here at SBHQ. Her breakout hit "Only Wanna Give It To You" was so beloved that it made our Hot 16 Best Songs of 2011 list, and...

Butta | 01/27/2012 at 5:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

We Can't Get 'Over' How Good Bilal Sounds

Bilal Oliver is no doubt one of the most talented male vocal artists in the music game right now, and yesterday Okayplayer released an acoustic live recording of "Think It Over," one of my favorite songs from his latest album,...

NubianEmpress | 01/25/2012 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

The Paxtons Take You Down 'Avenue B'

While there are still those fighting the good fight in the mainstream, for me indie is pretty much the only way to go when it comes to hip hop. The Lil Waynes, Drakes, and Young Jeezys of the world just...

D-Money | 01/25/2012 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Stacy Barthe Decides To 'Keep It' Real

In the pantheon of R&B songs, there's nothing like a good kiss-off record. Singer/songwriter Stacy Barthe (an artist you definitely should be checking for this year) has delivered a great one with her latest "Keep It Like It Is." When...

D-Money | 01/24/2012 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

The Slakadeliqs Bring Us 'The Other Side Of Tomorrow' Today

Slakah the Beatchild has been quite a busy man. He's got new solo material on the way, but he's been heavy into collaborations lately, as one half of The Art of Fresh (who released a new project at the end...

Butta | 01/20/2012 at 5:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

'Push' The Limits With Lenny Kravitz

It's not often that a Lenny Kravitz video slides past my radar. So imagine how I failed to realize that in December the sexy rocker dropped a video, and I somehow missed the event. Only explanation I can come up...

Ivory | 01/19/2012 at 6:15 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Santigold Opens Her 'Big Mouth'

Never one to be coy, Santigold has always spoken with a megaphone to the sky and since she's been dormant for four years, she's had a lot of words cooped up. So, in a way, we can slightly forgive her...

AudioDiva | 01/19/2012 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Hezekiah & Tone Whitfield Want You To Say 'Hello' To Johnny Popcorn

Side projects are often a way for artists to spread their wings and do something outside of what we've come to expect from them. Whether an artist changes their name, forms a new group, takes a break from a group,...

Butta | 01/17/2012 at 6:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Yasiin Bey Kicks It Strictly For His 'Ni--as'

Watch the Throne, while definitely an event album, left a bad taste in some people's mouths. As one of my friends put it, the entire album is essentially capitalism set to a catchy beat. Not to fault proud papa Jay-Z...

D-Money | 01/17/2012 at 4:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Sandie Black Has 'Gotta Get Free'

Sandie Black is a new group to hit the scene that is shrouded in mystery. Seriously, all that I know about them is that they are from Toronto. Anything outside of that, down to who is even in the group,...

Butta | 01/12/2012 at 6:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Summer Williams Is Back For The 'Winter'

Last spring Bounce-Worthy singer Summer Williams appeared on our radar with her brand of '90's-inspired hip-hop soul on the project Boom Bap Soul, Vol. 1. An update of that mixtape is coming soon with Boom Bap Soul, Vol. 1.2, but she...

Butta | 01/12/2012 at 5:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Soulpersona Has Another Jodeci Remix For 'You'

Soulpersona's Jodeci remixes are giving me everything I need in life right now. First, he gave us his take on "Freek'n You," and now he's gone and done it again -- he put his own spin on "Cry For You,"...

NubianEmpress | 01/12/2012 at 11:30 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Georgia Anne Muldrow & Madlib Plant Some 'Seeds' For Thought

If only some of our favorite artists (*cough* D'Angelo*cough*) could be as prolific as Georgia Anne Muldrow. Never one to rest on her laurels, it seems that she's always cooking up something new for music fans to enjoy. 2012 will...

D-Money | 01/09/2012 at 2:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

'Congratulations' Are In Order For Malice & Mario Sweet

One of our favorite husband and wife duos is at it again. After releasing their stellar debut EP, Happy 2 Year, to celebrate their second wedding anniversary last year, Malice and Mario Sweet are once again commemorating the event with...

Ivory | 01/05/2012 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Mycah Chevalier Has Us 'In A Sentimental Mood'

Old Man Winter has the East coast in his clutches right now with cold temps, dreary days, and the ever-present threat of nasty weather. Tis the season to stay in the house, and what better to keep you company than...

Butta | 01/05/2012 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Soulpersona Gets His 'Freek' On With Jodeci

We spent a great amount of last year fawning over Soulpersona, and it doesn't look as if there'll be any slowing down for 2012. Not as long as he keeps dropping banging music like this remix of Jodeci's "Freek'n You"...

Butta | 01/04/2012 at 5:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

You'll Have This Lyric Jones & Esperanza Spalding 'On Repeat'

We're only three days deep into 2012, but some of the new tunes that we've heard thus far have gotten this year off to quite an exciting musical start. Here's another to add to the list with the release of...

Butta | 01/03/2012 at 5:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

We Have Nothing But 'Love' For This Robert Glasper Experiment & KING Collaboration

After announcing our favorite albums and songs of 2011, and doling out our annual SoulBounce Honors to some very deserving recipients, it was time to contemplate what musical goodness 2012 would have to offer. We will soon be posting our...

SoulUK | 01/03/2012 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Diggs Duke Delivers Solid 'Gold'

While most of us were chugging champagne from the bottle this New Year's Eve (don't even try to act like it was just me), our Bounce-Worthy brother Diggs Duke decided to start off 2012 by releasing some new music for...

D-Money | 01/02/2012 at 5:15 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

'What's Up' With Kimberly Nichole?

Kimberly Nichole is continuing to rock our worlds by adding more cover tunes to her The Rock Ballerina EP on her Bandcamp page. Since she first posted her rousing rendition of "Seven Nation Army" by The White Stripes, she's mined...

Butta | 01/02/2012 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

'My,' My, My, Lalah Hathaway Gets Remixed By B. Williams

With the submission deadline approaching fast, the remixes to Lalah Hathaway's "My Everything" are coming at us fast and furious from our SoulBounce friends and family. This one from our Detroit homie B. Williams hit my inbox earlier this week,...

Butta | 12/30/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

From The Vault: D'Angelo Live At The North Sea Jazz Festival On The Voodoo Tour

With anticipation for D'Angelo's return to the stage next month in Europe at code red epidemic thirst level proportions, how would it feel to get your hands on a live recording of one of his shows from the Voodoo Tour?...

Butta | 12/26/2011 at 6:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Trackademicks Puts A 'Cherry 2000' On Top

Christmas might have already passed, but the presents just keep on coming. Producer/musician/Honor Roll Crew member Trackademicks, whose birthday just so happens to be today, has decided to give everyone the gift of music on his special day with the...

Butta | 12/26/2011 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Full Crate & David Simmons Have A Lot Of 'Heart'

As he gears up for a new year, Full Crate ends this one on a great note with the song "Without My Heart" featuring David Simmons. Freeleased last week on Okayplayer, this track is a groovy laid-back number with Simmons...

Butta | 12/26/2011 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Jose James Has A 'Christmas' Present For You

With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season reaching a fever pitch on this Christmas Eve eve, something that we could probably all stand to do is take a minute to slow down. Enter Jose James with his...

Butta | 12/23/2011 at 3:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Lili K. & Peter Cottontale Bring You A 'Prelude' To Your 'Christmas' Cheer

I don't like Christmas music. I really don't. But it seems that folks around SBHQ want to make my Grinchy little heart grow three times its size. How else can you explain why Lili K. and Peter Cottontale's holiday ditty...

D-Money | 12/23/2011 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

It's Time To 'Silence' The Weeknd

I've already gone on record saying that I'm not the biggest fan of The Weeknd. Well, let the record now show that I can officially say that I'm not a fan at all. I came to that conclusion today after...

Butta | 12/22/2011 at 6:30 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

iSHE & Daru Can't Wait For You To 'Come Close'

We've been grooving to the iSHE + Hezekiah Project from singer iSHE and rapper-turned-producer Hezekiah since the spring, and now on the first day of winter iSHE gives us a little token of her musical affection for us to get...

Butta | 12/22/2011 at 3:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Jesse Boykins III & FS Green Aren't 'Thru' With Us Yet

Last year this time if you would have told me that 2011 would come and go without a new album from Jesse Boykins III, I would have looked at you crazy. Well, here we are with just a few days...

Butta | 12/21/2011 at 4:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Rochelle Jordan Is 'Here' To Stay

A few new artists have hit the soul scene in 2011, but there is one in particular who got fast-tracked to SoulBounce fave status with her combination of exquisite songs, throwback appeal, and a voice that is at once familiar...

Butta | 12/21/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Marques Toliver Has An 'Answer' For You

It's been a few months since we've heard anything new from the Bounce-Worthy Marques Toliver but, judging from his latest output, those months were put to good use. His latest freelease, Studying For My Ph.D, is chock-full of inspired musical...

D-Money | 12/19/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Yahzarah Unwraps A 'Lonely' Christmas Classic

As a general rule, I avoid Christmas music as much as possible. It's prompted my friends to call me a multitude of Grinches and Scrooges, but I'll be all of that. It's not that it's all bad (though there a...

D-Money | 12/19/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

DJ Spinna's 'The Best Of MdCL' Is Just That

Mark de Clive-Lowe has been a favorite here at SoulBounce for quite a while now, but 2011 took our love for this man and his music to new levels. We've been grooving to his newest album Renegades for the past...

Butta | 12/16/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Meet Elle Varner In Her 'Sound Proof Room'

In case you haven't been paying attention, we here at SBHQ have been buzzing about newcomer Elle Varner for the past few months. Since popping up seemingly out of nowhere this summer, her hype machine has been working overtime to...

Ivory | 12/15/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Lalah Hathaway's 'My Everything' Gets A Little Somethin' Somethin' From Ahmed Sirour

Any excuse for us to post a Lalah Hathaway photo song works for SoulBounce, but our good friend Ahmed Sirour has given us a mighty good reason with his lovely remix of her song "My Everything." Taking just the vocals...

Butta | 12/14/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Sterling Simms & Marsha Ambrosius Give Us 'Nothing For Christmas'

One of the best parts of the holiday season for me is the opportunity to indulge in Christmas music. Sure, the giving and receiving of gifts is always nice, as is the chance to stuff myself silly with great food...

Ivory | 12/13/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Spend 'Avril 14th' With Mar & Szjerdene

Nearly a year to the day since he dropped his cover of Wham!'s "Last Christmas," as part of his successful Variations series, Mar is back, this time alongside one of the sweetest voices around, Szjerdene. Rather than covering another Christmas favorite,...

SoulUK | 12/13/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

'Run' & Grab Tawiah's Free EP

One of the great things about this time of year is the huge amount of music that is given away by some of our favorite artists. Jumping on the bandwagon is British songstress Tawiah, who has released the five-track EP,...

SoulUK | 12/13/2011 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Take A 'Dunk' Into The Brand New Heavies' 'Trunk'

It's certainly been a while since we had any newness from British funksters The Brand New Heavies. As we pointed out in our trip down memory lane while reminiscing about their self-titled debut, we have fingers crossed that 2012 will...

SoulUK | 12/12/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Jose James Gets All The Way 'Live' At The Triple Door

There's nothing quite like seeing your favorite performer live, especially when they know how to put on a great show. Jose James is a performer who always electrifies when he's on stage. Because he realizes that everyone can't always get...

D-Money | 12/09/2011 at 5:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

SoulBouncers: Win Nina Vidal's Entire Discography!

With Christmas just around the corner the soul site that just keeps on giving (aka SoulBounce) is offering one lucky reader the chance to win Nina Vidal's entire discography. The prize consists of CD copies of Nina Vidal, The Open-Ended...

SoulUK | 12/09/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

'Stay' A While And Listen To Tyrese, Faith Evans & Rick Ross

So maybe I was wrong to be more excited about the collaborators on this remix than the original artist, but when it's Faith Evans and Rick Ross can you really blame me? C'mon, son! Are you kidding me? No diss...

Butta | 12/07/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Kevin Michael Asks You To 'Use Your Heart'

It's been a while since we've heard anything from singer Kevin Michael (or K of THEY, or whatever he wants to call himself these days). Last we heard, he was "Rolling in the Deep" with his cover of Adele's now-signature...

D-Money | 12/06/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Little Dragon Cuts The Internet's 'Cocaine'

When I wrote about The Internet's video for "Cocaine," it got quite a few responses, ranging from outrage to reverence. Even if The Internet lost some fans over it, they still have four very important allies in Little Dragon. Perhaps returning...

D-Money | 12/02/2011 at 11:30 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Dezaray Dawn Wants You To Read 'B-Tween-The-Lines'

With two EPs to her credit, '09's Chameleon and '11's Deep, Dezaray Dawn will finally be releasing a full-length album in early 2012. She's putting the finishing touches on The Dawning now, and she dropped a track that won't be...

Butta | 12/01/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Raheem DeVaughn Drops A 'Bomb' Filled With 'Ciroc'

Raheem DeVaughn, the one-time "R&B Hippie Neo-Soul Rock Star," might as well adopt a new nickname: King of the R&B Mixtape. I've seriously lost count now of how many he has already released and there are no signs whatsoever of...

Butta | 11/30/2011 at 1:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

This Mark de Clive-Lowe Remix Of Nostalgia 77 Is 'Golden'

There are some people who just have the midas touch. Everything that they lay their hands on turns out amazing. One such person is none other than SoulBounce fave Mark de Clive-Lowe. He recently released his Tru Thoughts debut, Renegades,...

Butta | 11/28/2011 at 5:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Kendrick Lamar's 'Rigamortus' Remix With Busta Rhymes Gives Life

I stan for Kendrick Lamar, which is why this remix of the Section 80 cut "Rigamortus" with Busta Rhymes is giving me so much life right now. This song (the entire album, really) is a strong example of the renaissance...

NubianEmpress | 11/24/2011 at 11:15 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Check Out Anthony Hamilton's Unofficial 'Project'

Keeping up with your favorite artists has never been as difficult as it is now in these digital times. Rewind a few years and all you had to do was keep it locked on their official website or Myspace page...

SoulUK | 11/22/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

'Celebrate' The Holiday Season With Jean Baylor

Well folks, that time of year is upon us and, love it or hate it, for the next six weeks there is no avoiding it. One aspect of this time of year does make things a little easier though, and...

SoulUK | 11/21/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Curt Chambers Is 'Space Bound'

Two new Curt Chambers songs in one week? Why yes, don't mind if I do, please and thank you. After delivering the awesome original tune "Grass Is Greener" to give people a preview of what he's been working on for...

Butta | 11/18/2011 at 5:15 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

The 'Grass Is Greener' For Curt Chambers

Way back in 2007 when SoulBounce first opened its doors, one of the first Bounce-Worthy artists we profiled was the group Franklin Bridge. The five-piece out of Philly and Jersey was led by singer/songwriter/guitarist Curt Chambers and included Adam Blackstone,...

Butta | 11/15/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A 'Seven Nation Army' Can't Hold Kimberly Nichole Back

As anyone who's ever had the pleasure of seeing Kimberly Nichole perform live can attest, this sista loves to rock out. With her love of frilly tutus and shunning the typical uniform of all black in favor of white or...

Butta | 11/14/2011 at 5:15 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Are You Gonna Fall 'In Love' With Jhené Aiko?

You might not have heard of Jhené Aiko, but she's been bubbling under the surface for a quite some time now. Originally signed to Chris Stoke's T.U.G. Label along with the likes of B2K, she was featured in a few...

D-Money | 11/11/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Nicolay With The Hot At Nights Take A Jazzy Excursion Back To 'Shibuya'

There are those moments in time when you remember exactly where you were and what you were doing when something major happened even when you can't recall what you had for breakfast two days ago. That will forever be the...

Butta | 11/09/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Saul Williams Lets You Test His 'Patience'

It's been a while since I've heard anything new from actor-poet-activist-rock star Saul Williams. While his musical aesthetic might not be what many consider "soul" music, he's put out some pretty impressive albums and songs over the years. His last...

D-Money | 11/03/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Frank Ocean Is 'Back' Once Again

After having no new Frank Ocean news for nearly a month (a veritable drought considering how often his material has leaked in the past), we bring you yet another new track from the Odd Future crooner himself. "Back" is Frank...

D-Money | 11/02/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Dego Returns With More 'Freeness' For Us To Enjoy

Not content with dropping the hottest mixtape I've heard this year, pulling the Luv Bugz out of retirement to soundtrack SB's Cuffin' Season, and releasing a monster 20-track slice of broken-beat goodness in the shape of A Wha' Him Deh...

SoulUK | 11/02/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Renee Dion & Tall Black Guy Deliver A 'Thriller' Of A Michael Jackson Remake

With today being Halloween, whether you celebrate or not, one thing is for sure: you have heard Michael Jackson's "Thriller," sang the song out loud or in your head, and/or done the video's iconic choreography at least 50-11 times today....

Butta | 10/31/2011 at 9:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

J-Boogie & The Pimps Of Joytime Put In 'Work'

Since copping Undercover, the latest album from J-Boogie's Dubtronic Science, earlier this month I have kept returning to a handful of its tracks over and over. In addition to the two we featured previously, "Go To Work" featuring The Pimps...

SoulUK | 10/27/2011 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Get 'Over' Yourself & 'Move' With Common

As a sure sign that we'll be getting a new Common album soon, it seems that Mr. Lynn is all over the place. We've already brought you "Blue Sky," the first taste from The Dreamer/The Believer (as well as a...

D-Money | 10/26/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Hawthorne Headhunters Give Us A 'Myriad' Of Sounds

If SoulBounce were a record label, it'd be Plug Research. It only makes sense since so many artists who we love and write about on these digital pages are being signed to PR. From Bilal, to Quadron, to Robin Hannibal,...

Butta | 10/20/2011 at 6:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Rochelle Jordan Hits Us With Her Best 'Shot'

One of Chris Rock's most famous bits from one of his HBO comedy specials is when he's talking about one of his daughters and he says that his "only job in life is to keep her off the pole." He...

Butta | 10/20/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Is Bridget Kelly Just Like 'Every Girl'? You Be The Judge.

Bridget Kelly is probably best known as the stand-in for Alicia Keys on "Empire State of Mind" whenever Alicia wasn't available. But don't be mistaken, just because she filled in for her doesn't mean that she's a poor man's Alicia...

D-Money | 10/20/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

The Stuyvesants Want To Give Us 'The Finer Things' In Life

The soundtrack for summer 2010, at least for me, consisted almost solely of Brooklyn's Finest, the first project to come from the collaborative genius that is The Stuyvesants. Comprised of Allan Cole aka Algorythm and Darien Victor Birks of Flwrpt...

Peachy Kween | 10/19/2011 at 11:30 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Submotion Orchestra Are 'All Yours'

Dubstep, along with '90s-revival R&B, seem to have been the genres of choice in 2011. It's what all the "cool kids" are listening to and all the high-brow music critics are raving about. So if you fall into either of...

SoulUK | 10/18/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Evan Bourgeois Lasry & Rogiers Do It 'Again' For The First Time

When it comes to affairs of a broken heart, often we have to remind ourselves not to be the same fool twice when said heartbreaker comes sniffing around, hitting you up on Facebook, or blowing up your celly trying to...

Butta | 10/17/2011 at 3:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Kenny Wesley Wants To 'Rock With You'

When you possess a four-octave range like Washington, DC-based singer/songwriter Kenny Wesley does, it's pretty much guaranteed that you can sing anything and sing it well with relative ease. So when I ran into him this past weekend and he...

Butta | 10/12/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Shaolin Jazz Gives It Up For Gil With 'The Gil Scott Suite'

Shaolin Jazz, the collaboration between DJ 2-Tone Jones and marketer Gerald Watson, made musical headlines earlier this year by blending classic Wu-Tang Clan a cappellas over vintage jazz grooves for a head-nodding experience. Well, the collaboration is back, and this...

D-Money | 10/11/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

'Hit The Floor' With Proh Mic, Coultrain & Uncle Imani

Producer/multi-instrumentalist Proh Mic is coming so strong on his debut album, Rhythm For Days, when it drops on October 25th. That was crystal clear when he dropped the single "Turn It Over" with Coultrain with the b-side "Sleep In Girl" featuring Tone...

Butta | 10/10/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

'They Say' That The Internet Is Back With A New Track

Full confession: After writing about The Internet's "Love Song-1," I've played the song at least 400 times according to my media player of choice. Syd Tha Kid and Matt Martians must've noticed that, at 93 seconds, the song wouldn't be...

D-Money | 10/07/2011 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Lianne La Havas Is 'Live' & 'Lost'

It's Friday folks and that means, for the majority of us at least, we have a few days to kick back, relax and catch up on some great music. Assuming you have been stopping by SoulBounce with some degree of...

SoulUK | 10/07/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Catch A Glimpse Of The 'Future' With DJ Spinna & 101 Apparel

The folks over at 101 Apparel had an absolutely genius idea. Their series of artist collaborations, which combine an artist mixtape with a pretty fly t-shirt, marries my personal love of t-shirts with dope graphics and well-produced/procured mixtapes. The project...

D-Money | 10/07/2011 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Spend The 'Night' With Jesse Boykins III & Syd Tha Kid

I don't know anything about Syd Tha Kid other than she's the lone woman in the Odd Future camp, which is enough to make me run in the other direction by itself. But if I ran, I'd be sure to...

Butta | 10/06/2011 at 5:15 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Will You 'Boo' This Friends Remake?

Take a trip with me to the summer of 1996. If you were a fan of hip-hop/R&B music then, that summer was pretty magical. OutKast was riding "Elevators" to the very top, "If Your Girl Only Knew," Aaliyah's musical marriage...

D-Money | 10/03/2011 at 2:45 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Mark de Clive-Lowe Celebrates His CHURCH Anniversary With An Offering For Us

For the past year, super-producer Mark de Clive-Lowe has been taking LA music heads to CHURCH. The monthly event, held every first Sunday, has quickly garnered a reputation for being the place to be to hear an ecclectic blend of...

Ivory | 09/30/2011 at 2:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

This Rahsaan Patterson Cover Of James Blake Will Make You 'Scream' With Pleasure

I'm still kicking myself for missing Rahsaan Patterson's London gig this past Sunday. With N'dambi and Sarah Fonteyne opening proceedings it was always going to be a sure fire smash, something confirmed by my Twitter timeline. In the end I...

SoulUK | 09/29/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

What's Your Favorite Flava?

I've come to the conclusion that there is something in the water in Sweden, and whatever that unknown substance may be, it's birthing a whole generation of talented, contemporary soul artists. A quick flick through my iTunes brings up Little...

SoulUK | 09/28/2011 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Get Lost In The Internet's 'Love Song'

Last we heard from OFWGKTA's Syd Tha Kid, she was working wonders on Little Dragon's "Seconds." She's back, however, and this time she's on the other side of the boards. Teaming up with fellow Odd Futurer Matt Martians and calling...

D-Money | 09/27/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

DJ Flash Presents Phonte In His 'Best' Light

Not all mixtapes are created equal. Hell, some aren't mixtapes at all, truth be told. With run-of-the-mill mixes, EPs, and full-blown albums all being called mixtapes these days, the lines have been blurred, if not altogether erased, with the term...

Butta | 09/26/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

You Can't 'Hide' From 14th

Earlier in the month we brought you London-based duo 14th and their insanely catchy first single "Hide Yourself," taken from their upcoming EP of the same name. The track has been in heavy rotation for most of the month, and...

SoulUK | 09/26/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Let Quadron Heal Those 'Wounds'

While this isn't exactly new music from Quadron, it is something we haven't heard before. The Danish duo have released the track "Wounds," which is an alternative version of the track "Simili Life" from their self-titled debut album. Whereas the...

SoulUK | 09/26/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Stimulus & Chris Dave's '3rd 1st Impression' Leaves All The Right Ones

Remember a time when albums had a fast side and a slow side? Rapper Stimulus and producer/drummer Chris "Daddy" Dave (Maxwell, Robert Glasper) bring back the fast side/slow side concept with their mixtape, 3rd 1st Impression. Chris Dave's production is...

Ms. Krista | 09/26/2011 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

You'll Do Anything But 'Sleep' On This Proh Mic & Tone Trezure Joint

If you thought that the end of summer would also signal the end of dope 2011 releases, then producer Proh Mic is here to prove you wrong. As he gears up for the October 25th release date of his upcoming...

Ivory | 09/20/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

We're Not 'Thru' With Jesse Boykins III's 'Greatness'

I could get used to these weekly freebies that Jesse Boykins III is dropping on the net like Floyd Mayweather drops his opponents to the canvas. Jesse isn't delivering any sucker punches, though, with his latest combination. Last week he...

Butta | 09/19/2011 at 6:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Kenton Dunson & Chi Duly Say Good 'Morning' To The Weeknd

When Mr. Kenton "Do-It-Yourself" Dunson is not putting out indie albums that get thousands and thousands of downloads or releasing hot little singles, he's cooking up even more music to keep his ravenous audience satisfied. He's teamed up with remixologist...

NubianEmpress | 09/19/2011 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

This Track May 'Change Your Mind' About Seinabo Sey

Bounce-Worthy songstress Seinabo Sey has been updating her SoundCloud page of late and there are a handful of new tunes available for free download. As well as making the Def Chronic Vol.1 EP available, a new track, "Change Your Mind,"...

SoulUK | 09/19/2011 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Listen To The 'Sweet' Sounds Of The Soul Rebels Brass Band

As we pointed out yesterday, it seems that big, brassy sounds are making a comeback, much to our pleasure. Sure the electro-wizardry of a lot of progressive R&B and soul music is nice, but nothing beats that live band aesthetic....

SoulUK | 09/16/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Let Lloyd Take You Out On 'Saturday Night'

Maybe it's because I don't pay attention to BET's 106 & Park (or listen to the radio for that matter), but I had no idea that Lloyd put out an album this year. While I may have slept on Ashanti's...

D-Money | 09/12/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Will You Love Van Hunt's 'Eyes Like Pearls'?

This summer Van Hunt has gotten us open like a 24-hour bodega. He started in June when word quickly spread that he'd be releasing a new album in September and a couple of freebies followed to whet our appetites along...

Butta | 09/09/2011 at 6:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Do 'Yourself' A Favor & Take A Listen To 14th

Comprised of vocalist Tracey Duodu and producer Tom Barber, London-based duo 14th are certainly ones to watch. The pair have been making music together since 2009 but are only now stepping out and releasing their material for our aural pleasure....

SoulUK | 09/09/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Have You Been 'Dying' For Some New Frank Ocean?

"Dying for Your Love" is yet another in the sea of leaked material we've gotten from Mr. Frank Ocean. This time he's enlisted James Fauntleroy -- yes, the guy who Chris Brown compared him to on Twitter, which resulted in...

D-Money | 09/09/2011 at 12:15 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Get Lost In 'Transit' With Robin Hannibal

If you've been a fan of his previous work (or just happen to be an avid SoulBounce reader) then you know that Robin Hannibal's solo effort Bobby dropped this Tuesday. His label Plug Research understands that some folks like to...

D-Money | 09/08/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Rudy Currence Wants You To See 'THE O.T.H.E.R.' Side Of Him

Disturbing The Peace/Island Def Jam R&B phenom Rudy Currence recently released "THE O.T.H.E.R.," the first single off of his forthcoming mixtape Digital Analog. Listening to Rudy reactivated my standom for large-haired (and large-voiced) soul singers, and I believe he has...

NubianEmpress | 09/08/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Little Dragon & Syd Tha Kid Come Back For 'Seconds'

We here at SBHQ have been jamming to Little Dragon's Ritual Union since its release in July. If you read my review of the album, then you already know that my favorite track from the set is the sentimental "Seconds."...

D-Money | 09/07/2011 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

It's Meshell Ndegeocello's 'World'

The fourth quarter of 2011 is going to pack quite a punch with new releases. Just added to the growing heap is Meshell Ndegeocello's ninth studio album, Weather, scheduled for release on November 8th. The eclectic virtuoso returns with another...

Butta | 09/01/2011 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

This Is 'Why' We Love Mark de Clive-Lowe

While we wait patiently for Mark de Clive-Lowe's Renegades to hit shelves and digital retailers this November, we have the album's official first single to tide us over. "The Why" is a deep soul groove featuring regular MdCL collaborator Nia...

SoulUK | 09/01/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Do 'You Got The Love' For DJ Center, Gretchen Parlato & Sam Champ?

When producer DJ Center dropped his debut Everything in Time early in 2010, it was chock-full of gems. However, the one track that stood out for me was the remake of Chaka Khan & Rufus' "You Got the Love." The...

D-Money | 08/31/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Maimouna Youssef Has 'Got A Man'

After releasing the excellent Black Magic Woman EP earlier this year, GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Maimouna Youssef is back, this time with a full album under her belt. The Blooming will be released digitally on September 20th and physical copies will be...

SoulUK | 08/31/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

'Get It' In With This Michael Jackson 'Billie Jean' Remix By Ahmed Sirour

Yesterday may have been Michael Jackson's birthday, but the party isn't over. Not with this brand new smoking hot remix of "Billie Jean" by Ahmed Sirour on deck that we're world premiering right here on SoulBounce. Ahmed took MiJac's a...

Butta | 08/30/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Applejac Is 'Playin' Favorites' And Winning

You may know SoulBounce fave and fam Applejac primarily as a DJ and remixer, but his resume just got a little longer with the addition of producer and multi-instrumentalist on the recent release of his debut album, Playin' Favorites. Much...

Butta | 08/30/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

We 'Can't Help' Loving This Michael Jackson Remake By YahZarah

Had he lived to see today, Michael Jackson would have turned 53 years old. Although he was taken from us far too early and there will doubtfully never be a time when we don't mourn him, on a day like...

Butta | 08/29/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Rochelle Jordan Makes A Name For Herself With 'R O J O'

Who does Rochelle Jordan think she is? On her mixtape, R O J O, She has the audacity to sample Kelis ("Earth to Your Brain"), do a mashup of "Swing My Way" and "My Boo" ("Shawty"), delve into Thom Yorke ("Sleep"),...

D-Money | 08/26/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Is Candice Anitra 'Too Much Woman' For You?

Today we have some special treats exclusively for our SoulBouncers from Bounce-Worthy artist Candice Anitra. First up is a world premiere from the feisty songstress who has released the second video from her debut album, Bark Then Bite, and in...

SoulUK | 08/26/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

DJ Brainchild Pays Tribute To Aaliyah With A '10-Year Letter'

On August 25, 2001 we lost one of the brightest stars in the soul sky when Aaliyah Dana Haughton died in a tragic plane crash. Her loss is still as unfathomable today, 10 years later, as it was back then....

Butta | 08/25/2011 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Kenton Dunson Comes Out On 'Top'

Maryland native Kenton Dunson is having a good year. After leaving an investment firm in 2010 to pursue music full-time, he set out to make a name for himself -- and is doing quite a good job of it. The...

NubianEmpress | 08/25/2011 at 3:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Robin Hannibal Introduces Us To 'Bobby'

I should think that everybody reading this will be familiar with the name Robin Hannibal, whether it be as part of the duo's Owusu & Hannibal and Quadron, or as part of the Boom Clap Bachelors collective. However, that is...

SoulUK | 08/25/2011 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Kardinal Offishall, Skillz & Shad Get 'Notorious' With DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah

When a song is as nice as DJ Jazzy Jeff and Ayah's "Notorious," it just begs to be remixed twice. And Jeff has done just that with the help of three more lyricists to set it off on the left....

Butta | 08/24/2011 at 3:45 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Phonte Is 'Not Here' To Play Around

"Yes Phontigga spit Amazon flame and 9th rekindle it." That line from Phonte's debut solo single "Not Here Anymore" pretty much sums up my feelings about it. Phonte promised that he'd be delivering heat on his solo record and damn...

D-Money | 08/24/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Soulpersona & Sibel Thrasher Shed A Little 'Daylight'

If you're gonna cover Roy Ayers, you've got to do it right. Not only is the man's music the work of an immensely talented musical genius, but it's also the basis of many of hip-hop and modern R&B's classic joints...

D-Money | 08/24/2011 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Get Ready For The Weeknd With 'Thursday'

I know today is Friday and everything, but can we talk about Thursday for a moment? No, I'm not talking about yesterday, I'm talking about the mixtape that Abel Tesfaye and his collective known to you as The Weeknd dropped...

D-Money | 08/19/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

This DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah Remix Is Good And 'Notorious'

Leave it to the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff to take a hot song and make it cold as hell with a hip-hop remix that throws us back to the mid-'90s when these type of productions were a normal occurrence. His...

Butta | 08/18/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

BJ The Chicago Kid's Little Dragon Cover Is '2wice' As Nice

BJ The Chicago Kid is an artist who has flown completely under my radar. In fact, the only time I can remember hearing his name was when I was listening to Kindred the Family Soul's latest offering, Love Has No...

SoulUK | 08/18/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Eric Roberson's 'Summertime Anthem' Gets Remixed...Twice

Eric Roberson and Chubb Rock's "Summertime Anthem" is so nice it's been remixed twice by two of our favorite multi-talented DJs/producers/artists out of Atlanta. SoulBounce fam Applejac and fellow turntable maestro Salah Ananse both dropped their unique takes on Erro...

Butta | 08/17/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

BOSCO Reinvents Herself Again On 'Pacer'

Keeping up with the musical output of Brittany Bosco, or BOSCO as she now prefers to be known, is a somewhat tricky affair. Her excellent debut EP, City Of Nowhere, flew under a lot of people's radars, however things soon...

SoulUK | 08/17/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Lalah Hathaway Makes Us 'Want To' Listen To This Song Over & Over

Folks, mark your calendars and start rejoicing from now: Lalah Hathaway has a new album on the way! Scheduled for release on October 18th, Where It All Begins will be Lalah's sixth studio album and the long-awaited follow up to her fantastic...

SoulUK | 08/15/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Get 'Together' With Daley & Marsha Ambrosius

While no one country has the a monopoly on the Soul/R&B sound, the Brits seem to be very well-versed in it. If you need any proof, just ask Adele as she looks down on us from the top of the...

D-Money | 08/11/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Get Down & Go 'Downtown' With Aloe Blacc

Wine is fine, but liquor is quicker, and many a liquor brand have been quick to align themselves with cool artists du jour these days. The latest to find himself front and center of a sponsorship is soul man Aloe...

Butta | 08/10/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Mark de Clive-Lowe Is A Musical 'Hooligan'

We already let you know that super-producer Mark de Clive-Lowe would be releasing a full-length album, Renegades, via Tru Thoughts later this year, and now we have a little taste of what to expect when the album hits shelves/digital retailers....

SoulUK | 08/10/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Phonte & Carlitta Durand Meet Trackademicks 'Halfway'

Many try but few succeed at getting that '80s R&B sound right. There's usually something missing -- cocaine maybe? -- that leaves these productions lacking the flavor and funk of the music from that era. But then you have someone...

Butta | 08/05/2011 at 5:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Charlie Peters Is 'Searching' For D'Angelo

There is nothing worse than wasted talent. Spoken word artist Charlie Peters explores this theme by blending his own work with an old and incredibly prescient interview of D'Angelo, poster child of squandered gifts, on a demo for the song...

NubianEmpress | 08/05/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Will Sonnymoon Make You Want To Say 'Yes?'

One of the main reasons that all you reading this need to head over to the SoulBounce Hang Suite over at Turntable.fm is for the sheer musical discovery factor. One very late night while hanging there, one of the DJs...

D-Money | 08/03/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Szjerdene Tells 'Leila's Tale'

Patience has never been one of my virtues, but being a music lover it's something that I must have whether I like it or not. Thankfully there are those artists who reward their fans' patience with a song here or...

Butta | 08/02/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

You'll Want To Hear Rochelle Jordan 'Sing'

There have been a handful on new artists to really catch my attention this year, but there's one in particular who I've had in heavy rotation because she keeps dropping one musical bomb after the next. That artist would be...

Butta | 08/02/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Anais Aida Heats It Up With 'Love Can Burn'

Over the past few months, Anais Aida has made quite a name for herself by singing other artist's songs. And not just any old artists, but Janelle Monáe, Anthony David, and Rihanna, to name a few. But a singer cannot...

Butta | 07/29/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

'This Is For You' From Eric Lau

Coming at us straight from Lau HQ is Eric Lau giving us a glimpse at his music-making process. This behind the scenes video shows the man in action in his home studio as he details the steps he took to...

Butta | 07/25/2011 at 3:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Mick Boogie Takes You On A Few 'Excursions' With A Tribe Called Quest

If you're like me, seeing the A Tribe Called Quest documentary re-sparked your interest in the group's old recordings. It inspired Mick Boogie, too. But instead of simply going home and sifting through his music collection, Mick teamed up with...

D-Money | 07/22/2011 at 4:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Applejac & Jessica Johnson Are Anything But 'A Mess'

A few months ago it took just one listen to one song by singer Jessica Johnson to convince me that she was an artist who would have next, and I felt it absolutely necessary to deem her Bounce-Worthy. Now Applejac,...

Butta | 07/22/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

'Start The Riot' With Nola Darling

Back in 2008 when I happened upon the duo Nola Darling I was quite enamored with their pretty gritty style and unconventional sound. It was an easy decision to crown them Bounce-Worthy (coincidentally three years ago today), and now Nikkobya...

Butta | 07/22/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Peter Hadar Can't Stop 'Dancin''

Peter Hadar has blessed us with another banger to add into heavy rotation with the provocative song "Dancin'." Hadar spits mad game to his dance partner on the track, telling an all too familiar tale of meeting someone in a...

Butta | 07/21/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

'What You Know' About A 'Girl Like' Valencia Robinson?

I first fell in love with Valencia Robinson's voice about three to four years ago when I came across the song "Bye Bye Angel" featured on a now defunct soul blog. The simple acoustic arrangement and Valencia's powerful, sometimes raw...

SoulUK | 07/20/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Can Toro y Moi Make You Want To Relive 'Saturday'?

First released in 1985, Cherrelle and Alexander O'Neal's "Saturday Love" seems to be having the best year ever. The now 26 year-old R&B staple was the centerpiece of the duo's joint episode of TVOne's Unsung, discussed on Way Black When,...

D-Money | 07/19/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

You'll Want To 'Rewind' This 1-O.A.K. Song Again & Again

Many times when you see an ex out and about, you thank your lucky stars that you're no longer with that clown. But then there are those situations where you see an old flame and want to relight the fire....

Butta | 07/15/2011 at 1:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah Are 'Back' And Giving Us 'More' Of What We Love

I distinctly remember when Ayah hit me up on IM a couple years ago and told me that she had reached out to DJ Jazzy Jeff to work with her. That chance message that she sent him on MySpace has...

Butta | 07/14/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Van Hunt Is 'Savage, Sincere' On His Latest

Keeping true to his word, Van Hunt is filling our musical coffers up with the release of another tune that he's giving away for the low cost of free. Unlike last month's "June," which sounded better suited for a cold,...

Butta | 07/14/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Ahmed Sirour's 'My Cherie Amour' Remix Is Stevie 'Wonder-FULL'

It's a challenge to remake an iconic song let alone remix it. People are often so used to the original, that the last thing they want to hear is someone else's take on it. But our good friend Ahmed Sirour...

Butta | 07/08/2011 at 8:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah Want To 'Make It Last' Forever On 'Back For More'

In just a matter of days DJ Jazzy Jeff and Ayah will bless us with Back For More, and they've blessed us today with yet another track from the mixtape for us to sink our teeth into with the Marvin...

Butta | 07/07/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

John Legend & Natural Self Are 'Rolling' In The Right Direction

There was certainly some disagreement with regard to John Legend's cover of Adele's smash-hit "Rolling In The Deep" when it surfaced a few months ago. His live rendition did little to silence the critics,but maybe this third time will be...

SoulUK | 07/07/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Idle Warship Want To Get You In Their 'System'

Idle Warship, the blipster Voltron formation created by Talib Kweli, Res, and Canadian MC Graph Nobel, have been threatening to unleash an album on the masses for quite some time. In the meantime, we've gotten two new albums from Kweli...

D-Money | 07/07/2011 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

That Girl Is 'Poison Candy' To Reggie B

Since releasing the EP Tomorrows Not Promised this past February in conjunction with Triple P's Saadiq, Reggie B has cranked out another delectable bit of soulful futuristic funk for our enjoyment. On "Poison Candy" he calls a woman out for...

Butta | 07/06/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Sola Rosa 'Get It Together' For An International Release

Hot on the heels of Australian three-piece Electric Empire, we have another slice of Down Under soul for you to enjoy. Sola Rosa hail from New Zealand, and, with Andrew Spraggon at the helm, create modern-day roots music incorporating hip...

SoulUK | 07/06/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Does Chris Turner's 'Kiss' Give You 'Life?'

To say that I'm anticipating Chris Turner's debut release would be a gross understatement. Every time something new from him makes its way into my inbox, I tend to get all giggy inside, like a kid on Christmas morning. I'll...

Ivory | 07/06/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

I, Ced's 'Angel' Is 'Magic'

I, Ced is readying his debut album, All in My Mind, for its' July 12th release, and he's sharing a bonus cut to both give us a taste and tide us over til that time. Although the song "Angel (She's...

Butta | 07/05/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Teedra Moses Takes Us To The 'Luxurious Undergrind'

How fitting that Teedra Moses freeleased her fourth mixtape on July 4th, setting off her excited fanbase like human fireworks. The first lady of Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group let loose the 10-track Luxurious Undergrind to her adoring public yesterday...

Butta | 07/05/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Anais Aida Gets Comfortable In Rihanna's 'Skin'

Here at SoulBounce, we've already sang the praises of Anais Aida's previous covers of Anthony David's "As Above So Below" and Janelle Monáe's "Say You'll Go." Now she returns with a cover of Rihanna's "Skin." Before I give you my...

D-Money | 07/05/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Jesse Boykins III Takes Us The 'Way Of A Wayfarer'

Jesse Boykins III satisfies our appetite for new music from him with the release of Way of a Wayfarer. Ending Black Music Month on a high note, Jesse dropped the six-song EP on June 30th and it serves as a...

Butta | 07/01/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah Have So Much 'More' In Store

As promised, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Ayah are dropping teasers galore in advance of Back For More's July 12th release date. Last week we got "Notorious," and this week brings us the mixtape's title cut, which we actually got to...

Butta | 07/01/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Red Hot Takes It Back To 'Rio' For An All-Star Tribute To Tropicália

Going 22 years strong now, the Red Hot Organization has been a strong force in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Their Red Hot compilations have been a big part of that. The have been able to gather a who's who of...

D-Money | 06/30/2011 at 12:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

'Watch' Roots Manuva 'Dance'

As I've mentioned before, I'm not much of a hip-hop head, but every once in a while I'll come across a track that demands my attention. I came across one such track today, in the shape of "Watch Me Dance,"...

SoulUK | 06/29/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

JKriv Gives Us A 'Love Token' From Deep&Disco

With the excitement of launching his new Deep&Disco Recordings label, JKriv wanted to treat early supporters to a little somethin' somethin' to show his appreciation. The result is the classically soulful re-work, "Love Token." This groovy track hits you with...

Peachy Kween | 06/27/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

'Wallow' In Brook D'Leau's 'World'

As their New Designer Drug 2011 summer promotional tour picks up steam, J*DaVeY is making sure to stay fresh in our minds and in rotation on our iPods. As we wait for New Designer Drug to fall from the sky,...

ChrisAlexander | 06/24/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Take A Deep 'Breath' & Get Lost In Nikko Gray

Our love for Nikko Gray runs deep here at SoulBounce. We have yet to come across a single song from Ms Gray that we haven't fallen deeply and madly in love with, and that's saying a lot as she is...

SoulUK | 06/24/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Alison Carney Takes Us On A Wild Ride To 'Wonderland'

Butta already mentioned the Janelle Monáe vibe she was getting from Alison Carney's "Japanese Candy" when it dropped last week, and now that her full LP, alisonWonderland, has been released I'm sure the comparisons will continue. Similar to Monáe, Alison...

SoulUK | 06/24/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Seun Anikulapo Kuti Is Ready To 'Rise'

Carrying much more than just his name (and striking good looks) Seun Anikulapo Kuti has his father's musical legacy deeply rooted. And with this week's release of From Africa With Fury: Rise, Fela's youngest son, who also fronts the legendary...

Peachy Kween | 06/23/2011 at 4:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

No I.D.'s Cocaine 80s & Common Bring You 'Summer Madness'

It seems everyone these days is talking about cocaine in one way or another. Add producer extraordinaire No I.D. and his mysterious collective Cocaine 80s to that list. The collective consists of Steve Wyreman, Rob Kinelski, Kevin Randolph, James Fauntleroy,...

D-Money | 06/23/2011 at 1:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah Are 'Notorious' For Making Good Music

After keeping us on ice for so long, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Ayah are wasting no time in heating us up with new music. Earlier this week we heard a snippet of the song "Notorious" in a video of them...

Butta | 06/22/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Sandra Nkake & Friends Save 'A Place' For Gil Scott-Heron

Although it's almost been a month since we lost Gil Scott-Heron, the tributes to the late icon have continued to pour in. The latest to make its way to the forefront is "A Place For You," the brainchild of Parisian...

Ivory | 06/21/2011 at 2:15 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Tall Black Guy Takes Us To 'Hollyweird 2.0'

This week Tall Black Guy, or TBG for short, returned to bless us with another installment of the Hollyweird series. Hollyweird takes listeners on a soulfully funky journey that experiments with West Coast sounds and TBG's Midwestern roots along the...

Peachy Kween | 06/17/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Van Hunt Returns In June With 'June'

Eclectic soul funkster Van Hunt is back in the saddle. After his third album, Popular, leaked and got scrapped by the label, then Hunt himself dropped from said label in 2007, he blessed fans with some goodies from his vault...

Butta | 06/16/2011 at 4:15 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Siik Gives Brandy His 'Best'

It was the summer of '95 and teen R&B queen Brandy Norwood was still riding high off the success of her singles "I Wanna Be Down" and "Baby" when she released her third single "Best Friend." It has stood the...

D-Money | 06/16/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Soulpersona & Princess Freesia Take Us To 'Babylon'

Full-on concept albums can be a little tricky to pull off. Generating enough quality material that conforms to a particular theme/idea is difficult, but, assuming the original concept is strong (see: Janelle Monáe), they can often turn out to be...

SoulUK | 06/15/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Have A Piece Of Alison Carney's 'Japanese Candy'

Alison Carney is prepping for the release of her long-awaited new album, alisonWonderland, and her homebase will get the first listen to the project tonight at her release party/concert in Washington, DC. But for the rest of the world not...

Butta | 06/14/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Terri Walker Takes Us To 'Wonderland' On New Mixtape

The last time we heard from UK songstress Terri Walker was way back in February when she released the clip for her song "So Hard." Since then, fans anticipating her new album have been waiting...and waiting...and waiting still on her...

D-Money | 06/14/2011 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Tanya Auclair Creates Sonic Shapes On 'Origami'

Tanya Auclair has been remarkably consistent in her relatively short, yet fruitful musical career. First, she dropped the underground gem that was her Thrum EP, then she collaborated with YULT on The Animal Inside, and most recently she covered the...

SoulUK | 06/14/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Nas Gets 'Nasty' On New Single

Just when you thought the music scene couldn't get any hotter this summer, here comes Nas with some new heat for the masses. Coming off the heels of touring with Damian Marley to promote last year's Distant Relatives, Nas has...

D-Money | 06/14/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

The Foreign Exchange & Amber And Paris Strother Of KING Sound Sweet As 'Kisses'

The Foreign Exchange are at it again. Phonte teamed up with ingenues Amber and Paris Strother of KING to give fans "All the Kisses," a song that is quite literally as sweet as a forehead kiss. With the spirit of...

NubianEmpress | 06/14/2011 at 12:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Who's The 'Boss'? Just Ask Syleena Johnson.

SoulBounce fave Syleena Johnson is back sporting a jazzy new look and rocking our ear canals with "A Boss," her fresh-to-death single from her upcoming album, Chapter 5: Underrated. It sounds like this time around Syleena is taking no shorts,...

Butta | 06/13/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (12) | Permalink

Mathematics & Peter Hadar Present '2 Seconds From Being Committed'

After numerous delays and rescheduled releases, Mathematics and Peter Hadar are finally ready to let the world hear what they've been working on since 2003 with the official release of 2 Seconds From Being Committed on June 14th. Lucky for...

Butta | 06/10/2011 at 7:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Jamiroquai Know How To Make Us 'Smile'

Jamiroquai's last album, Rock Dust Light Star, seemingly came and went without even getting a US release, which was unfortunate although it wasn't their best work. Now with the unexpected freelease of the song "Smile" via their SoundCloud page this...

Butta | 06/10/2011 at 4:45 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

You Need To Be 'All Over' This DJ Brainchild & Dego Mix

Dego is the man who just keeps on giving. First, he dropped some free, unreleased gems that didn't quite make his upcoming album (here and here). Then he released a very tasty sampler of A Wha' Him Deh Pon that...

SoulUK | 06/10/2011 at 11:45 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

'Untold Songs' Gets The Remix Treatment

If you need further convincing that the Untold Songs Volume One compilation, in support of Amnesty International's "Stop Violence Against Women" campaign, is worth purchasing when it's released next week (£5 for 23 tracks is a bargain!) then let this...

SoulUK | 06/08/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Eric Roberson's 'Summertime Anthem' Is Right On Time

As the days grow longer and hotter (especially if you're in ATL, why oh why did no one warn me?) we all know that summer is on the horizon. And what better way to welcome these warm days than with...

Peachy Kween | 06/07/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Anais Aida Rises 'Above' Your Average Remake

It seems as if moreso than in previous years that 2011 is turning out to be the Year of the Remake. We've heard some good, some bad, and some downright fugly, but in the case of France-born, NYC-based singer Anais...

Butta | 06/06/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

'What Ever' Happened To The Luv Bugz?...Ask Dego

Remember The Luv Bugz? Keyknow and I were only discussing the duo over the weekend after he dropped his Acoustically Speaking mix, which featured their song "Sunny Days." It's funny how the planets seem to align from time to time,...

SoulUK | 06/06/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Kraak & Smaak Remix Aretha Franklin, What Do You 'Think'?

I can pretty much guarantee that after hearing 90% of remixes I never, ever play them a second time. Usually it's because what is nowadays termed a "remix" is nothing of the sort. Or, it could be that, lazily, a...

SoulUK | 06/03/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Rochelle Jordan Wants You To 'Take Time'

The name of Rochelle Jordan's latest release may be "Take Time," but you will want to make haste to listen to it. Since popping up on everyone's radar a couple weeks ago with the track "How To Feel," the Toronto-based...

Butta | 05/30/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Feel The 'Glow' Of Mathematics & Peter Hadar

You know whenever a song starts off with laser sounds that some throwback goodness or retro wackness is on the way. The track "Glow" from production duo Mathematics and singer Peter Hadar slides into the former category, because although it...

Butta | 05/27/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Dudley Perkins & Aloe Blacc Deliver 'Apocalyptic Music'

While I'm familiar with the output of Georgia Anne Muldrow, that of her musical partner, Dudley Perkins, has pretty much passed me by. However, when I saw that Dudley had collaborated with rapper-turned-crooner Aloe Blacc I decided that it could...

SoulUK | 05/27/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Saturn Never Sleeps Introduce Us To 'Tory'

It's only fitting that Saturn Never Sleeps, the collaboration between Philly producer King Britt and self-proclaimed sci-fi singer Rucyl, formed while working on a tribute to out there music pioneer Sun Ra. Like him, the duo seem to be aiming...

D-Money | 05/26/2011 at 5:45 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

We 'Won't Give' Up On New Music From BOSCO

It seems like an eternity since we have had any new music from BOSCO (aka Brittany Bosco). Sure she dropped her "Emotion Film" a few weeks back and in the past she has blessed us with three EPs (two of...

SoulUK | 05/23/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Aischa Traidia Wants To Know 'What's Going On?'

When an email dropped into my inbox announcing the debut single from a new singer entitled "What's Going On?" by heart sank a little. "Hmmm a Marvin Gaye cover? For your first release? Really?!" was my initial thought, however on...

SoulUK | 05/20/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

How Do You 'Feel' About Rochelle Jordan?

Sometimes even the wickedest songsmith can have trouble expressing themselves because of a heavy heart. In "How To Feel," Toronto soul chanteuse Rochelle Jordan discloses that her feelings are difficult to understand because she doesn't even know what they...

Cmongoodlives | 05/19/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Muhsinah Has Been 'Gone' & Is Ready For A 'Great' Comeback

There's no denying the talent that lies in DC-native Muhsinah. The multi-instrumentalist/singer/songwriter has been gracing music lovers with her unique sound for the past few years. With several indie releases under her belt, the self-proclaimed "Golden Girl" has also put...

Ivory | 05/19/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Dego Delivers Up Some Free 'Sunshine'

Producer extraordinaire Dego, he of 4hero, 2000Black, and Silhouette Brown fame, has dropped some freeness on his followers via the official 2000Black website today. As a fan of 99.9% of his output I clicked the link without a second thought...

SoulUK | 05/19/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Someone Is Causing Nikka Costa To Get Her 'Nylons In A Rip'

Having been absent from our collective consciousness for a while now it seems that the Nikka Costa remix we featured last month was a sign of things to come...more precisely a sign of new music. Slated to drop June 21st,...

SoulUK | 05/19/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

'Yellow' Is JoiStaRR's Color

Now I know it's against the popular vote, but what can I say -- I've never been that much of a Coldplay fan. They're just bland to me. However, performing a memorable cover of a popular entertainer's song can be...

Cmongoodlives | 05/19/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Mayer Hawthorne Fails To Leave Any Lasting 'Impressions'

If Mayer Hawthorne's idea behind this latest freEP was to put the listener to sleep, well then I say job well done. The first time I played Impressions through, I forgot I was listening to music -- not good. To...

endia Z. | 05/18/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

K Of THEY Is 'Rolling In The Deep'

I swear that Adele's #1 stunner, "Rolling In The Deep," is the most covered song of 2011, and we aren't even halfway into the year. I'm not sick of the song...yet, but between renditions by John Legend, those GLEE kids,...

Butta | 05/18/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Mar's Latest Variation Takes Us To 'Inglewood'

Oh Mar, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. First, let's start with the fact that your voice can slip, slide, and glide its way across just about anything. Your latest Variation to hit the web is...

Ivory | 05/17/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Kevin Michael & THEY Admire Your 'FatBack'

Before Jesse Boykins III's fluffy afro bounced its' way into my hair fantasies, my fingers itched to tangle themselves into the voluminous mass that sat atop Kevin Michael's head. When Kevin burst on the scene back in 2007, he was...

Ivory | 05/17/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Kissey Is 'Taking It Cool'

Hers is a sound even she admits is a bit indescribable; a mish-mosh of electronic with hip hop and jazz. Yet the way she presents her music is like a well thought out gift to a much cherished friend. We...

Cmongoodlives | 05/16/2011 at 4:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Applejac Shines A 'Light' On Paul Simon With This Remix

Paul Simon isn't normally an artist who we'd cover here at SoulBounce, but we have love for one of our favorite DJ's, Applejac, all day. Multiply our feelings for him by our jones for a good soulful house remix, and...

Butta | 05/16/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Expect 'Nuthin' But' Goodness On Miles Bonny's Debut Album

Here at SoulBounce we have become quite the fans of alternative soulster Miles Bonny. From his tribute to Raphael Saadiq on Instant Saadiq, to his collaborations with Suff Daddy, DJ Day, and 74 Miles Away, we have enjoyed just about...

SoulUK | 05/13/2011 at 1:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Omarion Covers Aaliyah's 'One In A Million' With Subpar Results

So when are people going to pay homage to some of the other great Aaliyah songs? (For the record, the bar has already been set pretty high.) Omarion decided that he also needed to cover her "One In A Million"...

Ro | 05/13/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

These Little Dragon Remixes Keep On Coming, Even When We Aren't 'Looking'

While we wait patiently for the release of Little Dragon's third album, Ritual Union, due to drop this July, there are a ridiculous amount of remixes making the rounds to keep our ears busy. In fact, it seems that not...

SoulUK | 05/12/2011 at 12:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Brook D'Leau Puts His 'Thing' Down On This Miguel Remix

Always one to support good music coming out of Los Angeles, Brook D'Leau, the production half of J*DaVeY, worked his magic on LA native Miguel's "Sure Thing." Keeping the minimal feel of the original for the most part, Brook injected...

ChrisAlexander | 05/11/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Lance Drummonds Has Something To 'Share'

Since dropping his last album this past August and being named as one of our Bounce-Worthy artists, Lance Drummonds has been quite busy promoting the record and performing in the New York City area. For those of us outside of...

Butta | 05/11/2011 at 12:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Vacationer Takes Us On A 'Trip'

My passport is in dire need a some new stamps, so while I plot and plan to make that happen, the only way that I can escape the daily grind is with music. So when I received an email about...

Butta | 05/09/2011 at 4:15 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

SBTRKT & Little Dragon Start A 'Wildfire'

I've never heard of the masked, South London producer who goes by the name of SBTRKT before, but after listening to his collaboration with SoulBounce favorites Little Dragon, I will certainly be checking for him from now on. "Wildfire" has...

SoulUK | 05/06/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

George Michael Has Something For 'You And I'

Despite all of the mainstream media's hype and hysteria surrounding last week's Royal Wedding, I managed to avoid it all like Lil Kim avoids career counseling. After all, it's not like Malia or Sasha Obama was getting married -- that's...

Butta | 05/05/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Stac Wanted 'All Or Nothing' From Her Remixers, And They Obliged

Remix projects are usually hit or miss at best. I'll find maybe one or two that I like and the rest get dumped in favor of the originals, after all those were what drew me to the remix in the...

SoulUK | 05/04/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

'Your Body' Will Move To Peter Hadar's Latest

Although he's been busy performing and making power moves, Peter Hadar hasn't released any new music since he dropped "Full Time Lover" last January and appeared on the Feed Your Ears, Vol. 1 compilation from PINBOARDblog this past fall. Thankfully...

Butta | 05/03/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Dig Into Frank Ocean's Crates With 'The Lonny Breaux Collection'

I am a reluctant Frank Ocean fan. I'd heard his name floating around the interwebs on music blogs, Twitter, and the like, but continually ignored his offerings. After I learned that he was affiliated with the drug-fueled, often nonsensical hedonistic...

ChrisAlexander | 05/03/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

'You Don't Have To Be A Star' Because Gods'Illa & Maimouna Youssef Are The Ones Shining

Growing up, one of my mom's favorite songs was "You Don't Have To Be A Star (To Be In My Show)" by Billy Davis, Jr. and Marilyn McCoo. She loved the husband and wife duo ever since they were in...

Butta | 05/02/2011 at 5:15 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

This Nikka Costa Remix Has The Right Amount Of 'Something'

Nikka Costa's name is not one that I've heard in a while. Though my iTunes will occasionally shuffle to one of her jams, I place her in the same box of promising-but-short careers along with Remy Shand and pre-rehab Mary...

ChrisAlexander | 04/26/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Chris Turner Shows His Love For 'The Land'

If you're one of the growing number of fans of Chris Turner, then it seems that you've struck musical gold, thanks to the release of not one, but two new songs over the last week. After releasing his ode to...

Ivory | 04/25/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Jagged Edge Has 'The Remedy' With This 'Love Potion'

We've already gone on record numerous times here at SoulBounce about our love jones for Jagged Edge. Twins Brandon and Brian Casey, Kyle Norman, and Richard Wingo have tickled our collective fancies since their 1998 debut, A Jagged Era, and...

Butta | 04/21/2011 at 5:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Chris Turner Shares His Love For 'stickyGREEN'

While today, April 20th, may be just another hump day for most, to potheads all around the world, it's 420, the one day set aside each year to commemorate our their love for all things cannabis. And what holiday would be...

Ivory | 04/20/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Laugh Out Loud At The 'Return Of' Zo! & Phonte

While we wait for the good folk at +FE Music to bless us with some newness -- this year will see an acoustic album from The Foreign Exchange, Zo!'s just visiting three, and a solo release from Phonte -- we have this utterly hilarious cover of Mark...

SoulUK | 04/18/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

What Do You Have To 'Say' About This Janelle Monáe Cover By Anais Aida?

Singer/songwriter Anais Aida and producer Daniel "DannyBe" Bazan attend NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. They took time from their studies and their respective solo projects (she'll be releasing an EP; he will be producing for other up-and-coming artists) to...

KitKat | 04/14/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

There'll Be No 'Waiting In Vain' For Something New From Andy Allo

When she's not acting on The Game, starring in commercials, or modeling, Andy Allo somehow finds the time to fit music into her busy schedule, and we're happy that she does when the end result winds up sounding as lovely...

Butta | 04/13/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Raheem DeVaughn Takes Us On A Futuristic Voyage With 'B.O.B.'

With a song about "battery operated boyfriends," I wasn't sure what to expect with the video for Raheem DeVaughn's "B.O.B." Especially after the sextacular (or tacky depending on what side of the fence you were on) video for "Single" that...

Butta | 04/07/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Cleveland Jones Shares His 'Sensitive' Side

Last month Cleveland Jones received the distinction as our 100th Bounce-Worthy artist, and he's already living up to his "got next" status. He's been diligently at work creating new music over the past few weeks, and we finally get to...

Butta | 04/07/2011 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Don't Let Ed Sheeran Be A 'Stranger'

There has been quite a buzz in the UK surrounding Ed Sheeran over the last few years. He has released a number singles and EPs independently, but has now struck the big time and inked a deal with Atlantic Records...

SoulUK | 04/07/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

PJ Morton Gets To Shine On Maroon 5's 'Is Anybody Out There' For A Good Cause

Before picking up their joint world tour in Turkey, Maroon 5 and sixth member PJ Morton headed to a studio in London to create music for charity. In only 24 hours, that is. Streaming the entire studio session live online,...

KitKat | 04/06/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Kick Back & Relax With 'Sounds From The Couch'

So SXSW is over for another year, and we are still playing catch up on all the fantastic performances and mixes that the event spawned. The latest to catch my eye was a mix that Stone from The Couch Sessions...

SoulUK | 04/05/2011 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

We Got A 'Love Jones' For Bomani Armah's New Mixtape

Bomani Armah -- he of "Read A Book" fame -- is ready for his closeup. No, the "poet with a hip-hop style" hasn't been cast in a feature film, but he is reprising a very famous movie character in his...

Butta | 04/04/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

So What's The Big Deal About Big K.R.I.T. & 'ReturnOf4Eva'?

With the almost deafening buzz surrounding last week's release of Big K.R.I.T.'s ReturnOf4Eva, it may seem as though the 25-year-old Mississippi-born emcee came out of nowhere. However, the reality is that K.R.I.T.'s (whose moniker means "King Remembered In Time") current...

Peachy Kween | 04/04/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Are You Ready For The Weeknd?

Yesterday I was perusing Twitter, killing some time, when I came across a number of tweets referencing an article in The Guardian newspaper and a collective known as The Weeknd. Given that the tweets were coming from people whom I...

SoulUK | 04/01/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Missed SXSW? Don't Worry, Janelle Monáe Has You Covered

Having seen Janelle Monáe perform live, I can say, hand on heart, she is one of the most interesting and engaging performers I've ever seen. Both visually and vocally, her performances are out of this world, and I would suggest...

SoulUK | 03/31/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Curtiss King Breaks It Down About Pumas, Cubs & Cougars On 'P.C.C.'

Like many women, it seems as if the older that I get, the younger the men that I date get. Don't get me wrong, I don't discriminate on brothas my age and up, but I'm more apt to be attracted...

Butta | 03/30/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Gilbere Forte' Spits 'Fire To' Adele's 'Rain'

Now that his popularity has increased since his debut mixtape Gilbere Forte' is BLVCK and his most recent release "87 Dreams," rapper/producer Gilbere Forte' looks to maintain the momentum by remixing a popular song from a #1 artist. Forte'...

KitKat | 03/30/2011 at 11:30 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

'Stand Guard,' iSHE & Hezekiah Are Coming

I'm familiar with emcee/producer Hezekiah thanks to the handful of solo albums he's dropped, however, the name iSHE was new to me, so I was intrigued to press play on some material from the duo when I heard that Hezekiah...

SoulUK | 03/28/2011 at 2:30 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

John Legend Goes Under 'Deep' Cover

In the middle of preparing for his upcoming overseas tour, and before he hits the road with Sade this summer, John Legend found the time to cover Adele's "Rolling in the Deep" from her (#1 again!) album, 21. It's been...

KitKat | 03/24/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

AAries' 'CoverGirls' Is Picture Perfect

AAries are ready for their close up with today's release of their mixtape CoverGirls. The Hipps sisters have been waiting for this moment for a while and so have their fans who always remembered their lovely voices from working with Musiq...

Butta | 03/24/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Kissey Says 'Count Me Out'

Kissey Asplund may not be a name that you've heard in a while, but just because she's been quiet that doesn't mean that she hasn't had anything to say. We'll get to hear what's been on her mind soon when...

Butta | 03/22/2011 at 8:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

The Beat Goes On With These Nate Dogg Tribute Mixes From DJ Premier & DJ Cuzzin B

I'm having a hard time dealing with the fact that so many artists whose songs populate the soundtrack of my life are no longer with us. The latest to add his voice to the men's choir in heaven is Nate...

Butta | 03/21/2011 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

This Reel People Song Needs To 'Be' In Your Collection

To celebrate the launch of their new website, Reel People are giving fans a free download of Tony Momrelle singing "It Will Be" live and unplugged. Tony sounds divine here, arguably just as good as he does on his original...

Butta | 03/18/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

According To Blu & Jack Davey 'Everything's OK'

In stark contrast to Blu and Jack Davey's 2009 collaboration on "iFeel"--a syrupy, flirty duet if there was ever one--"Everything's OK" sounds like the inside of a Dance Dance Revolution prototype from the mid '90s. There isn't much bottom to...

Ro | 03/18/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Get Into This Electric Remix Of Fat Freddy's Drop's 'Flashback'

Along with the likes of Electric Wire Hustle, Benny Tones, Ladi6, and Julian Dyne, Fat Freddy's Drop are flying the flag for Antipodean soul music. Their brand of dub-heavy, reggae-soul has gained them an international fan base allowing them to...

SoulUK | 03/17/2011 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Eska Reworks Pharrell & Snoop Dogg With 'Beautiful' Results

I've had this rework of Pharrell and Snoop Dogg's "Beautiful" on my iPod for sometime now, but Eska has kindly made it a free download via her SoundCloud page so I thought I'd bring it to your attention. Personally, I...

SoulUK | 03/08/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Applejac Polishes Up John Legend & The Roots' 'Shine'

Last year around this time our homeboy Applejac broke us off with a lovely collection of soulful house remixes to get us into the mood for the Winter Music Conference. With this year's WMC kicking off this week, Applejac delivers...

Butta | 03/07/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Anthony Valadez Takes Us To The 'Islands'

Anthony Valadez's first two releases, 2009's Audio / Visual and last year's remix album, introduced us to his lush soundscapes. Word is that he's hard at work on a third album, and if the song "Islands" is any indication, Valadez...

Butta | 03/03/2011 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Step Inside Def Sound's 'NightMARE'

I knew it was only a matter of time before Def Sound got officially pulled into the J*DaVeY mix. After being featured on the standout track on Jack and Brook's Evil Christian Cop: The Great Mistapes EP, the LA-based rapper has...

ChrisAlexander | 03/02/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Let Acer Maple 'Welcome' You

Acer Maple, the UK-based soul/folk duo made up of Danny Fisher and Dave Austin, released their debut EP, Early, in February last year. The six-song collection was beautiful in its simplicity, combining emotive songwriting and Sharlene Hector's stunning vocals with...

SoulUK | 03/02/2011 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Anthony David In Concert!

February is almost over, but it's all good because March will be getting off to a lovely start, musically speaking. Especially for our New York City Bouncers who will kick the month off with Anthony David's pre-release party/concert on Wednesday,...

Butta | 02/25/2011 at 6:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Miles Bonny & Ta-Ku Give Us Some 'Down To Earth Club Music'

Miles Bonny has been cropping up on my musical radar quite a bit recently. His collaborations with DJ Day and 74 Miles Away have both been getting plenty of play and now I have this track, produced by RBMA affiliate...

SoulUK | 02/25/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

'Is There Any Love' For Jae Franklin?

Earlier this month we introduced you to Bounce-Worthy artist Jae Franklin and her wonderfully eclectic sound. Mixing up genres is always risky as the resulting collection can sound disjointed and lacking direction, however she managed to nail it on her...

SoulUK | 02/23/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

J*DaVeY's 'Evil Christian Cop' Is Pure Goodness

Well, it's here. No, Jesus hasn't sent a cease and desist letter to Lil Kim. J*DaVeY's long-awaited Evil Christian Cop: The Great Mistapes EP has arrived. After a solid release date was given last week, I counted down the days...

ChrisAlexander | 02/23/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

These Jill Scott Remixes Are 'No. 1'

With news that Jill Scott is one of the headliners at this year's Essence Music Festival and that she's settled her lawsuits with Hidden Beach, things are looking good for a return to the scene from our favorite Philly jawn....

Butta | 02/22/2011 at 4:45 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Szjerdene Wants Us To 'Think It Through'

Things have been a little quiet from Bounce-Worthy singer/songwriter Szjerdene of late, however the lady herself tells me it's due to the fact she has been hard at work on new material, which hopefully we'll see soon. To whet our...

SoulUK | 02/22/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Khari Mateen's Lunch Room Is Serving Up Some 'Black Orpheus'

If you enjoyed J*DaVeY's Boudoir Synema even half as much as I did, then you're already familiar with the work of multi-faceted producer Khari Mateen. You've also heard his production work on The Roots' Rising Down and Game Theory and...

ChrisAlexander | 02/22/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Cee-Lo Wants The Human Touch, Not 'Robot Sex'

The more I listen to Cee-Lo Green's The Lady Killer the more it's growing on me. Initially it was only "Bodies" and "Bright Lights, Bigger City" that got regular rotation, but now the rest of the album is steadily creeping...

SoulUK | 02/18/2011 at 12:45 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

We've 'Loved' This Melanie Durrant Track Since First Listen

When I first stumbled upon "Loved" by Melanie Durrant, I can't say that I knew anything about her, but I most certainly was familiar with the song's producer, none other than Slakah The Beatchild. Now that I know more about...

ill Mami | 02/17/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Jazzy Delivers 'No Ordinary' Covers Of Some Iconic Songs

LA-based singer/songwriter Jazzy (aka Jazmine Bailey) has been bubbling along just underneath the radar for some time now, and she's hoping that her new EP, Letters To A King, will give her that push into our collective consciousness. The EP...

SoulUK | 02/17/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Chester Gregory Has A Lot In Store For 'U'

SoulBounce fave Chester Gregory is on track to have a glorious 2011. Fresh from his stint in the Dreamgirls revival, he's been cast in a brand new musical production of Sister Act, which Whoppi Goldberg is bringing to Broadway this...

Butta | 02/16/2011 at 6:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Roddy Rod Gives Us Some New 'VUDU'

Everyone calm down. No, this is not another teaser of "new" D'Angelo tracks. VUDU.FOR.U is a project by Roddy Rod, a DJ and producer, whose full-length EP is coming soon. In the meantime, he offers us all this four-track sampler...

ill Mami | 02/16/2011 at 5:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Will You 'Fall In Love' With This New Marsha Ambrosius Track?

While we wait impatiently for the release of Late Nights & Early Mornings on March 1st, Marsha Ambrosius and her tour DJ, DJ Aktive, have blessed us with an unreleased track, which will be included as a bonus cut on...

SoulUK | 02/16/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

YULT & Tanya Auclair Build Their Musical 'Empire'

Last year I was introduced to the immensely talented Tanya Auclair by the ever-reliable Amelia over at PutMeOnIt. Her experimental blend of soul, folk and electronica had me hooked and to further sweeten the deal her Thrum EP was (and...

SoulUK | 02/15/2011 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Let Malice & Mario Sweet And Choklate Bring You 'Happiness'

We introduced you to husband and wife duo Malice & Mario Sweet back in January with their track "Speed Of Light." As promised, the couple have now released their EP Happy 2 Year for free, however this is for a limited time only...

SoulUK | 02/15/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Ra-Re Valverde Is Right 'On Time'

If your love life is as dead as mine, then this year's Valentine's Day will be just another Monday, albeit one that will be drowned in red and pink hearts, overpriced flowers and chocolates for everyone but you. Luckily for...

Ivory | 02/10/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Pump Your Fist To Rye Rye's 'RyeotPowRR'

If M.I.A. and Lil' Mama were able to produce an offspring, the result would be Ryeisha Berrain, better known by her stage name Rye Rye. The Baltimore-bred teenage rapper combines M.I.A.'s eccentric fashion sense with Lil' Mama's round-the-way girl appeal,...

ChrisAlexander | 02/10/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Do You 'Adore' This New Teedra Moses Song?

Fans of mixtape queen Teedra Moses were treated to new music from the singer this week, as she gears up for the release of her new video for "R U 4Real," taken from last year's Royal Patience: A Love Journey....

ChrisAlexander | 02/08/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Calvin Valentine Wants 'You'

Vocal effects, when used in the right context, can really enhance a track. Auto-Tune has been the bane of many a music lovers lives over the last few years, however the vocoder still remains a key instrument in many an...

SoulUK | 02/07/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

DJ Day & Miles Bonny Are 'Learning To Fly'

Miles Bonny is an artist who has remained on the periphery of my radar for some time, but for one reason or another I have yet to get around to checking out much of his work. At the end of...

SoulUK | 02/07/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Carlitta Durand Gives Us A 'HisStory' Lesson

We here at SoulBounce have made no secret about our love for Carlitta Durand. Since first appearing on the scene a few years ago, she's busied herself by creating a strong catalog of releases. So when she released her latest...

Ivory | 02/04/2011 at 5:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Get Ready For Hundred Strong With This 'Free' Mini-Mix

This past December we gave you a heads up about a new project that was on its way from Hundred Strong by way of the video for the track, "Stylin' Free" featuring Detroit soul man Amp Fiddler. It was definitely...

Butta | 02/03/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

'Don't Pass' This Spree Wilson & Esthero Joint 'By'

I was more than half sold on this track before even pressing play. I am not hugely familiar with Atlanta native Spree Wilson's work beyond last year's frantic yet harmonious "I Believe She's Lying," but any track produced by and/or...

ChrisAlexander | 02/03/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

MeLo-X Is 'Rolling' With Adele & Jamie xx

The word remix quite often fills me with dread. Most of the time they add nothing to the original versions. In fact, a lot of the time they detract from it, resulting in an almost unbearable listening experience. My side-eye...

SoulUK | 02/01/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Nakia Henry's 'Love Letter' Is A 'Win'

After years of bubbling under the radar with live performances around NYC, performer Nakia Henry is finally garnering the attention she deserves with the release of her dope video for "Love Letter (He Wants Me to Win)." Though I've been...

Ivory | 01/31/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

We'll 'Take' Whatever We Can Get From Jazmine Sullivan

Just a few weeks ago when news of Jazmine Sullivan's early retirement hit the net, I almost had a cow. Luckily for me and other fans, she retracted her rant, deciding instead to take a break to regroup. While she...

Butta | 01/28/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Timbaland Invites You Inside His 'Lil' Apartment'

Well, it was good mediocre while it lasted. Super producer Timbaland hinted via his Twitter that his much-hyped Timbaland Thursdays free music series may be coming to a premature end. He tweeted, "I know some of y'all been askin about...

ChrisAlexander | 01/28/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Raheem DeVaughn's 'Wet' Is Not The First Time He's Left Us Dry

So it looks as if Raheem DeVaughn has jumped on the bandwagon, alongside Kanye, Swizz Beatz, and Timbaland, and started releasing free music on a given day of the week; in Raheem's case it's "#RadioRaheemWednesday's." The track he chose to release...

SoulUK | 01/27/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

BIG K.R.I.T. & Grillade 'Wuz Here'

With each passing day of this week, The Wuz Here Sessions, the collaboration between Grillade and BIG K.R.I.T. keeps creeping into my world. The four-track EP, presented by Yours Truly, is a labor of love between the soulful outfit and...

ill Mami | 01/26/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Freddie Joachim Twists Little Dragon's 'Twice'

Although most content on the internet can truly be said to be of no educative or enriching value, most of the music found on the internet seems to reach to new depths of depravity. Think of all the countless remixes...

ill Mami | 01/26/2011 at 3:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Your Day Will Be Better 'If U Only' Listen To This Chester Gregory Song

I was lucky enough to see the national tour of Dreamgirls when the show stopped here in Los Angeles in 2009. Aside from Adrienne Warren's "Lorell" undeniable upstaging of American Idol finalist Syesha Mercado's "Deena," the play's clear standout was...

ChrisAlexander | 01/26/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

No Plan B & The Family Stand Give Us A Fresh Take On Coltrane's 'Naima'

John Coltrane's "Naima," a ballad dedicated to his then wife Juanita Naima Grubbs, is one of his most famous compositions that has gone on to become somewhat of a jazz standard. Coltrane himself recorded several versions and released it on...

SoulUK | 01/25/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Swizz Beatz & Musiq Soulchild Give Us Something With 'Anything'

Swizz Beatz has served up another offering in his Monster Mondays free music series (although this one dropped last Friday, so let's just pretend). Inspired by Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Friday offerings, Swizz joins fellow producer Timbaland in dropping free tunes...

ChrisAlexander | 01/24/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

'Send It On' To Mara Hruby

OK, so we first mentioned Mara Hruby only few days ago. Good covers are good covers, though. (Free albums of covers are even better.) And successfully covering soulologist D'Angelo takes a unique type of talent. Usually those who attempt the...

Ro | 01/21/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

We Keep On 'Slowly' Falling For Ben Westbeech

London-based vocalist, DJ, and producer Ben Westbeech may be a familiar name thanks to his collaboration with Jazzanova on the storming "I Can See." What a lot of people don't realize, however, is that Ben also has a rather good solo...

SoulUK | 01/20/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

100 Akres Gives Janet Jackson A New 'Beat'

As self-appointed head of the Saint Damita Jo Fan Club, I am naturally skeptical when unvetted enthusiasts take it upon themselves to remix, rework, mash-up, breathe on, or speak about Janet Jackson's music. Case in point: Ciara's remix of "Feedback."...

ChrisAlexander | 01/18/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Help Ahmed Sirour To 'Shine' In This John Legend & The Roots Remix Contest

Last month we gave you a heads up about a contest from John Legend & The Roots who are seeking the best remix of their song "Shine," from the album Wake Up! and as heard in the movie Waiting For...

Butta | 01/14/2011 at 8:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

J*DaVeY Catches Some Of Nirvana's 'Teen Spirit'

Yesterday was not a great day for me. First, I woke up and read that Sarah Palin somehow wobbled the earth's axis, and I may no longer be a Sagittarius. Then, I hear that Lil Kim track. And then, I...

ChrisAlexander | 01/14/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Timbaland & Missy Sound Really 'Off'

OK, so free music is free music. We shouldn't bite the hand that feeds, we need to be thankful, etc. Timbaland Thursdays is not just a cute use of alliteration by everyone's favorite interplanetary producer circa 1998, it's his way...

Ro | 01/14/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Take A Voyage To 'The Arnhelmland Galaxy' With This Jamiroquai Mixtape

Jamiroquai fans, this one is for you. The same week that their new video surfaced that has gotten many of us crunk to see them live, we now get a new mixtape to sink our teeth into. Mixed by French...

Butta | 01/13/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Do You 'Love' This Tyrese Cover?

When Tyrese isn't staring pensively off into the distance, he can usually be found misspelling words to hilarious effect on Twitter or tweeting new tracks such as this cover of Teddy Pendergrass' "Somebody Loves You Back." Before we all collectively...

ill Mami | 01/12/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

We'll 'Save' Jansport J For Last

It seems as though everyone and their grandmother has a collection of beats they are pushing these days. Unfortunately, the market has become a bit too congested with mediocrity to the point where wanting to sit through yet another collection...

ill Mami | 01/11/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Damon Aaron Brings Us A Late 'Autumn'

Los Angeles singer/songwriter/producer Damon Aaron had an instant fan in me after I took a listen to his 2008 album Highlands. Combining soul, folk, and electronica with his burnt sugar vocals, it was the perfect album for just kicking back...

SoulUK | 01/11/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Chadlee Shows Us That Some 'Starrs' Shine 'Forever'

Although they had peaked by the time I debuted in this world, Atlantic Starr's music could regularly be heard in my family's home in the '80s. There's even video of me singing their 1987 hit "Always" to my sister's Raggedy...

ChrisAlexander | 01/10/2011 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

DJ Stylus Takes New Edition's 'Once In A Lifetime Groove' To The Go-Go

This year has already brought with it a plethora of remixes, and today is no different. SoulBounce fam and Mixologist DJ Stylus has offered his own go-go spin on a New Edition rarity, their "Once In A Lifetime Groove" from the...

ill Mami | 01/06/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Malice & Mario Sweet 'Light' Up Our Lives

I'm ashamed to admit it, but when I usually think about Seattle, my mind is instantly filled with thoughts of rainy days and coffee chains. However, every so often, I am pleasantly reminded of the thriving indie music scene the...

Ivory | 01/06/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

DJ Kiva Remixes Erykah Badu 'Just In Time'

Erykah Badu's "Out My Mind, Just In Time" was definitely one of the many highlights of New Amerykah Part 2: Return of The Ankh. Recalling the movement/arrangement we saw on the classic "Green Eyes," it became an instant favorite of...

SoulUK | 01/05/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Alicia Keys Takes Us Behind The Scenes Of Being 'Speechless'

Please excuse the late pass, but last Monday while we were all still in a spiked egg nog fog, Swizz Beatz posted up his latest Monster Monday creation and this one was the best yet. Featuring his wife Alicia Keys...

Butta | 01/05/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Vikter Duplaix & Common Want To Give You Some 'Morning Fun'

There's no better way to start your day off than with a little somethin' somethin'. Or make that a little "Morning Fun," the sensuous new single from Vikter Duplaix featuring Common. We got a sample of this joint on the For...

Butta | 01/04/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Nikko Gray Gives Us A 'Beautiful' Birthday Gift

Normally it is the person celebrating a birthday who recieves the gifts. However, Nikko Gray has flipped the script and decided that today, on her birthday, she would bless us all with a gift in the shape of "Beautiful You Are."...

SoulUK | 01/04/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Jazmine Sullivan Tells Us What She Is 'Not'

This morning when I read the news that Jazmine Sullivan went on Twitter yesterday to make a statement that she planned to take a break from music, my soul cried. The thought of one of the most talented young singers...

Butta | 01/03/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments (13) | Permalink

Sy Smith Wants To Be Your 'Lovergirl' With This Teena Marie Tribute

I'm still in a state of disbelief that Teena Marie is gone. It's been over a week now and her loss remains a fresh wound. I've channeled my despair into listening to her extensive catalog and any of the numerous...

Butta | 01/03/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Talib Kweli Is Still Standing Despite The 'Cold Rain'

Hip-hop heads such as myself felt a twinge of excitement after reading a tweet from Talib Kweli yesterday ensuring his forthcoming Gutter Rainbows would be released later this month. Though the first single from the Duck Down Records imprint, "Cold...

ill Mami | 01/03/2011 at 3:15 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

M.I.A. Is Reborn As 'Vicki Leekx'

It's pretty hard to describe London-born performer/controversy-junkie M.I.A. She sings. She raps. She pisses off the media. She rants, raves, and does pretty much whatever she wants in her music, wardrobe, and otherwise. It matters not whether we understand, like,...

ChrisAlexander | 01/03/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Cloud Nice's 'Sound' Isn't 'Like' The Others

I can only imagine being blessed with the talent of lyrical ability and continually banging your head against a ceiling formed by archaic attitudes regarding the region you happen to inhabit. If the late '80s and early '90s taught us...

ill Mami | 01/03/2011 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Sam Sparro Is So 'Nasty'

Sassy Australian diva Sam Sparro has apparently decided to take it upon himself to bring back the house music of yore (read: Chicago house) to the masses. This has become more apparent after listening to some of his most recent...

ill Mami | 12/29/2010 at 6:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Casamena Remembers Teena Marie In Five Ways

I think many of us are still reeling from not only this past weekend's festive revelry and worsening winter storm conditions but news of Teena Marie's passing last night. While we try to come to grips with the death of...

ill Mami | 12/27/2010 at 12:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Spend Some 'Nostalgic Nights' With Carlitta Durand

If you're a music fiend like I am, then the best gift that anyone can give you is, well, more music. How fitting, then, for Carlitta Durand to release a new and free EP on Christmas Eve for fans such...

Butta | 12/24/2010 at 5:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

DJ Premier Cosigns Diggy Simmons On 'Past Presents Future'

In hip hop, sometimes it's not about your skills or how good of a rapper you are. Often, it's all about the cosign and aligning yourself with someone or a crew who can put you on and make people to...

Butta | 12/24/2010 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Olivier Daysoul Shares The 'Finer Things In Life'

Olivier Daysoul has already blessed us with a very fine EP this year, but to keep us going until he releases his full album in 2011 he has dropped another gem in the form of "Finer Things In Life." Produced...

SoulUK | 12/22/2010 at 2:45 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Kadija Kamara's 'Christmas Song' Brings Some Festive Cheer

UK songstress Kadija Kamara is well known and respected on the live London soul scene, but her name may well be unfamiliar to those of you reading this in other parts of the world. She is set to release her...

SoulUK | 12/21/2010 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Jamie Woon Is The 'Truth'

With albums due from some of the biggest names in soul (Raphael Saadiq, Rahsaan Patterson, Lalah Hathaway), as well as exciting newcomers (James Blake, Eska Mtungwazi), 2011 already looks set to be a bumper year. One of the albums that...

SoulUK | 12/20/2010 at 5:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

The Beast Are On The 'Come Up'

If you haven't already gotten the free download of The Beast & Nnenna Freelon's Freedom Suite, then what are you waiting on? No, seriously. Good music is hard to come by and an entire album of good music that's free...

Butta | 12/20/2010 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Collette Wants Us To 'Keep Christmas Alive'

It seems like I've gotten more Christmas music in my inbox this month than I can jingle my bells to, but one can never have too many songs to make the season bright. Another artist who is bestowing some holiday...

Butta | 12/17/2010 at 4:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Mar Gives Us A Little 'Christmas' Gift

Mar's Variations series as been a big hit here at SBHQ. The concept is simple enough--take a song and do a cover of it--yet the results are never short of magical. The latest in the series is a seasonal gift...

SoulUK | 12/16/2010 at 5:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

You Have Got To 'Love' These Labels

A problem with having a slight obsession with music is that it can become a very expensive habit. I know that 90% of it is available, in some shape or form, for free via the web, but I like to...

SoulUK | 12/16/2010 at 2:00 PM | Permalink

DJ Premier, KRS-One & Grand Puba Give Their '5%'

Revoke my hip hop card or my hood pass or whatever you want to call it, but I'm not sure how much I'm loving this new track "5%" by DJ Premier featuring KRS-One and Grand Puba. The song seems like it...

ill Mami | 12/15/2010 at 5:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Get Involved In Illa J's 'Affair'

Since his brother, James "J Dilla" Yancey's untimely passing in 2006, his younger brother Illa J has set about preserving his brother's legacy through music. After dropping Yancey Boys, a collaboration project featuring tracks from his late, great brother's treasure trove of beats...

Ivory | 12/15/2010 at 4:00 PM | Permalink

Enjoy This Taste Of Kriss Mincey's 'Thursday Night'

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Moon | 12/15/2010 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Mayer Hawthorne Lets Us Know That 'Christmas Time Is Here'

If there is one thing that I will never waver from regarding the holiday season, it's the following: my right to spike everyday items with rum whenever the need strikes, Donny Hathaway's "This Christmas," The Whispers' Christmas albums, and Vince Guaraldi's A...

ill Mami | 12/15/2010 at 2:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Dezaray Dawn's 'Chameleon' Gets Taken To Stilnovo's House

While we're waiting for some new music to come from Dezaray Dawn's direction, we'll take a remix to soothe our souls. And if that remix is of the soulful house variety, then all the better. This remix of "Chameleon," the...

Butta | 12/14/2010 at 4:45 PM | Permalink

Glenn Lewis Is Back With A 'Good One'

With two shelved projects and a haircut behind him, Canadian soul singer Glenn Lewis is back on the scene with new music to groove to. On his first single in two years, "Good One," he praises the woman in his...

ChrisAlexander | 12/14/2010 at 12:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink