First Listen: 112 co-founder Q Parker smooths it out on “Keep On Lovin”
(May 30, 2025) Romance has always been a part of Q Parker’s musical vocabulary. That was the case when Q Parker was a founder and member of the singing hit making group 112, as well as during his career as a solo artist. So, his new song “Keep on Lovin’” finds Q Parker putting those classic romantic […]
First Listen: Alvin Garrett gives us “Life” on new single
(May 29, 2025) Alvin Garrett emerged in 2012 as a singer who can wrap his classic soul vocals around contemporary R&B production techniques and swagger. That 2012 album, Expose Yourself, gave music fans their first full look at an artist who could be relevant vying for the ears of younger R&B fans while also possessing the vocal and […]
SoulTracks Award winner Jessica Reedy is a “Lady In Waiting”
(May 28, 2025) The world discovered uber-talented singer and songwriter Jessica Reedy when she appeared on Season 2 of BET’s gospel singing competition Sunday’s Best, and the Saginaw, Michigan native took it from there, hitting number one with her incredible 2011 debut album, From The Heart, and winning the New Artist of the Year in that year’s SoulTracks Readers’ Choice Awards. Since […]
World Premiere: Tahirah Memory returns, ready to “Fight”
(May 27, 2025) It should not be surprising that Tahirah Memory floats comfortably in the musical confluence between R&B and jazz. She’s spent her entire musical life drifting on those currents, which can sometimes be complementary but sometimes contrast. Memory grew up hearing her dad, trumpeter Thara Memory, performing with jazz, R&B and funk bands […]
First Listen: Big Wade returns with “No More”
(May 24, 2025) The ability of an artist to have persistence in the music industry can be endearing to many. It is not easy to continue to create year after year, while staying motivated to release material to the public to enjoy. For Le’Wade Milliner aka Big Wade, his dedication has resulted in writing over […]
First Listen: Terri Green knows “Two Wrongs Don’t Make It Right”
(May 23, 2025) Terri Green has the kind of vocal talent that allows her to make her own any song that she chooses to sing or any genre that she decides to explore. She’s done it with disco and soul, and on “Two Wrongs Don’t Make It Right,” Green conquers Southern Soul. The tune pairs Green with […]
First Listen: Legendary singer Omar returns with a gem
(May 22, 2025) I grew up listening to Classic Soul music, so it always makes my ears perk up to hear modern-day songs with the old school sound/appeal. Some call it Retro Soul while others say it’s Soul Revival, but no matter what name it’s given, the sound is unmistakable. A new song with that […]
World Premiere: Ascendant “Saves” us on great new song
(May 21, 2025) Being “ascendant” is defined as someone or thing that is rising in power and influence. Music that is inspirational played by musicians who place an emphasis on stirring jazz, soul, rock, funk and world music into an unapologetically analog brew has been the primary mission of the band Ascendant since its formation […]
First Listen: Jade Novah yearns for “90’s Fine”
May 20, 2025 – The 1990’s are renowned as a golden era of Soul/R&B music defined by its emotional depth, vocal excellence, studio sophistication and crossover appeal. A new single, “90’s Fine” by SoulTracks’ favorite Jade Novah, reminds us of all that was good about that decade. Jade delivers her characteristically smooth and sultry vocals atop a […]
First Listen: Pieces of a Dream will “Be There For You”
(May 20, 2025) Heading into almost 50 years of joyful entertainment with 26 albums to its credit, Pieces of a Dream is simply timeless as a constant presence in the top 50 on the jazz and contemporary jazz charts. And what is the artistic secret to the group’s longevity? According to drummer Curtis Harmon, “Let’s […]
