Reviews
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2013-03-27
One Nation Under a Groove Funkadelic
So high you can’t still get over it.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2013-03-20
Portrait Gwen Guthrie
A superior selection of dub-infused disco from one of soul’s most underrated talents.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2013-03-20
Confessions Usher
Showcasing Usher's maturity from teen pop star to a singer of considerable substance.reviewed by Jack Smith
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2013-03-13
Where Did Our Love Go The Supremes
The Supremes’ metamorphosis is joyously captured on their second album.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2013-03-06
Places and Spaces Donald Byrd
Perfectly showcases Byrd's incredible musicianship.reviewed by David O'Donnell
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2013-02-27
Busy Body Luther Vandross
Dancefloor joy and broken hearts on Vandross’ third album.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2013-01-30
World Outside My Window Glenn Lewis
A polished, heartfelt collection of sincerely delivered RnB.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2013-01-23
Lady Soul Aretha Franklin
There’s soul. And then there’s Aretha Franklin.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2013-01-16
Hi-Tension Hi-Tension
British funk at its best from the era of punk and disco.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2013-01-10
Be Altitude: Respect Yourself The Staple Singers
One of the Stax label’s greatest triumphs.reviewed by Lloyd Bradley
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2012-12-26
Harvest for the World The Isley Brothers
Serves as a fantastic snapshot of a band at its career peak.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2012-12-19
Positivity Incognito
Incognito’s joyous fourth album, full of smooth and authentic grooves.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2012-12-12
Level 42 Level 42
A debut both understated and triumphant the same time.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2012-12-05
Songs in A Minor: Collector’s Edition Alicia Keys
Expanded 10th anniversary edition of a modern soul classic.reviewed by Lloyd Bradley
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2012-11-28
Central Heating Heatwave
Heatwave sizzle at the peak of their popularity.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2012-11-21
James Brown’s Funky People, Part 1 Various Artists
A treasure trove of breathtaking breaks and rare grooves.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2012-11-14
Don’t Be Cruel Bobby Brown
Bad boy comes of age on bestselling new jack swing standout.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2012-11-07
Mary Mary J. Blige
Mary J. Blige’s greatly accomplished fourth album.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2012-10-31
Figures Can't Calculate William DeVaughn
The second, and best, of DeVaughn’s three albums.reviewed by Daryl Easlea
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2012-10-24
Mama’s Gun Erykah Badu
Meandering, occasionally impenetrable... yet a masterpiece nonetheless.reviewed by Daryl Easlea