Tagged: genre: funk

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How R&B Has Lost Its Soul

How is it that a form of music so integral to the individualization of Black Americans becomes something of a farce in their hands? While it’s a debate that’s been beaten like the proverbial dead horse, it’s one that still bears consideration.

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Combo De la Musica – Why EP

What is so amazing about Combo De La Musica? Pretty much everything: their sound, their lyrics, the energy they give on stage, the way they make you want to dance and Kristin Amaparo’s voice. Combo De La Musica is everything that is amazing about music, everything that inspires joy in music.

Etta James – The Matriarch of R&B 10

Etta James – The Matriarch of R&B

On January 20, 2011, Etta James — the Matriarch of R&B, the Empress of the blues — passed away at the age of 73, and with her she took one of the remaining strings to the grit and grime of true music.

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Raphael Saadiq – Stone Rollin’

Raphael Saadiq comes back to resurrect the music industry with tracks that are as sexy as they are insightful. He’s always managed to bring the best out of his music. His fourth studio release, Stone Rollin’, is no exception.

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D2O (DETOUR) – Woo Woo Woo

Peter and Young Sky from One Way are the members of sub-unit D2O (Detour). They kicked off the new year by posting the MV to their new track Woo Woo Woo (우~우~우~).