funk/soul features
Feature: Smoove and Turrell give us an exclusive track by track breakdown of new album Stratos Bleu
Out today via the magnificent Jalapeño Records is Stratos Bleu, the new album from Newcastle’s finest electro-jazz/soul pioneers Smoove & Turrell, essentially producer Smoove and lyricist / singer John Turrell. At the helm of a formidable funk machine, Smoove & Turrell are capable of throwing out funk / soul / house mash-ups or quite as …
A Buyers Guide to Matt Berry on Acid Jazz
Although primarily known as an actor, comedy performer, and voice over artist, in recent years Matt Berry has received an increasing amount of attention for his music. Since 2005 Berry has released five albums, which although utterly charming, can also verge on the uncategorisable. Late 60s psychedelic folk seems to have been a significant influence, …
Playlist: Rising Soul singer Izzi Dunn gives us her Soul playlist
A few days ago we raved about her new video – now rising soul singer, cellist and producer Izzi Dunn has given us an exclusive look into her record collection and musical taste as she picks out her Soul top ten, and gives us a little insight into her thoughts and emotions on each track. …
Past Lives: In loving Memory Of Prince: A Personal Dedication
As a music blogger, this is a post I never wanted to write. In fact, it’s a post I never thought I would write. Prince has always seemed ageless; immortal. I never considered there ever be a day we would lose this man, because I assumed he would outlive us all. I have never seen …