Shalamar: The Rift That Ended a Funk Dynasty

Shalamar: The Rift That Ended a Funk Dynasty

During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Shalamar stood at the center of American R&B and funk excellence. Formed by Soul Train creator Don Cornelius and booking agent Dick Griffey, the group helped define the “Solar Sound” — slick, danceable, and fashion-forward. With hits like “A Night to Remember,” “Second Time Around,” and “Make That Move,” Shalamar became one of the hottest groups of the early ’80s. But behind the smooth choreography and picture-perfect smiles was a growing creative and […]

October 13, 2025 2

Disco

Stayin’ Alive: How The Bee Gees Changed Pop Forever

The Soundtrack, The Style, and The Global Fever That Never Burned Out Few musical moments have ever reshaped global culture the way The Bee Gees did with Saturday Night Fever. The soundtrack didn’t just sell millions of copies — it became a worldwide heartbeat, defining a decade and changing pop, dance, and film forever. When Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb wrote “Stayin’ Alive” in 1977, they weren’t just writing a song — they were capturing the spirit of an entire […]

October 13, 2025 3

Music News

Shayla Dunn – “I’m Different (Live from The Webster)

A Bold New Voice Redefining R&B Authenticity Emerging R&B vocalist Shayla Dunn is making waves with her breakout single, “I’m Different (Live from The Webster),” now available on all digital platforms. With a voice that blends raw emotion, smooth control, and undeniable power, Shayla introduces herself as a fresh yet timeless presence in contemporary soul. Born and raised just outside Hartford, Connecticut, Shayla’s sound is steeped in the classic soul and heartfelt R&B she grew up listening to. She doesn’t […]

October 13, 2025 7

New Music

Castella x The Jupiter Gallery – Sunset Drive

A Transatlantic Soul Connection That Shines When Southern California’s soulful songstress Castella meets the UK’s groove-powered collective The Jupiter Gallery, the result is pure magic. Their new single, “Sunset Drive,” glows with warmth — a seamless fusion of soul, funk, and feel-good rhythm that bridges both sides of the Atlantic. Built on radiant keys, tight bass grooves, and Castella’s golden voice, “Sunset Drive” captures that perfect end-of-day mood — cruising into the night with joy, freedom, and melody as your […]

October 13, 2025 4

Album

Angela Bofill – Too Tough: When Class Met Funk and Confidence

💿 Angela Bofill – Too Tough: When Class Met Funk and Confidence By 1983, Angela Bofill had already proven herself one of the most distinctive voices in R&B — a singer with jazz roots, a velvet tone, and emotional phrasing that could melt through any genre. But with her fourth album, Too Tough, she showed she could also groove, strut, and take control of the dance floor. This was the record that reintroduced Angela to the world — not as […]

October 13, 2025 5

Funk

Angela Bofill – “Too Tough”: The Groove That Redefined Her Sound

💿 Angela Bofill – “Too Tough”: The Groove That Redefined Her Sound By 1983, Angela Bofill was already known for her rich, soulful voice and sophisticated blend of R&B and jazz. But with the release of “Too Tough”, the title track from her fourth studio album, she showed she could turn up the heat — delivering one of the most dynamic and danceable tracks of her career. Produced by Narada Michael Walden, “Too Tough” gave Angela’s smooth style a tougher, […]

October 13, 2025 5

Album

Here’s a deep-dive feature on the singles from Angela Bofill’s 1981 album Something About You

Here’s a deep-dive feature on the singles from Angela Bofill’s 1981 album Something About You — including production notes, lyrical meaning, and how they fit into her career story. 🎶 Angela Bofill — Something About You: The Singles That Defined Her Sophisticated Soul By 1981, Angela Bofill had already established herself as one of the most striking new voices in R&B and jazz-infused soul. With her third studio album, Something About You, she continued refining her sound — expanding beyond […]

October 13, 2025 5

Album

Ledisi – The Crown: A Royal Testament of Love, Faith, and Self-Mastery

With The Crown, Ledisi steps into her twelfth studio era as more than an R&B powerhouse — she stands as a woman fully seated in her truth. The album, released on April 25, 2025, is a glowing statement of confidence, love, and divine purpose. It’s a record that blends faith and sensuality, modern soul and timeless class, proving that Ledisi continues to reign with authenticity. Themes & Artistic Intent Ledisi crafted The Crown as both a personal reflection and an […]

October 13, 2025 4

R & B

Whitney Houston’s Voice Returns

Incredible unreleased tracks of Whitney Houston's voice resurface, igniting discussions about her enduring legacy and the future of music—what will this mean for her influence?

October 11, 2025 1

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R & B