Doug D. Sims, Grander Radio

Brian Culbertson, Marcus Miller, and Sheila E. Blaze a New Trail with “On the Road”

When three musical powerhouses like Brian Culbertson, Marcus Miller, and Sheila E. come together, expectations soar—and their 2025 single “On the Road” doesn’t just meet them, it exceeds them. Released June 13 as the first taste of Culbertson’s upcoming Day Trip album, the track is a masterclass in groove, interplay, and contemporary jazz fusion.From the jump, Culbertson’s keyboards set the pace with smooth, melodic phrasing that feels both polished and […]

September 1, 2025 66

Liquid Lounge

The S.O.S. Band’s “No One’s Gonna Love You”

How Jam & Lewis Redefined R&B with a Drum Machine and a Dream In 1984, a sultry, synth-laced slow jam slipped onto airwaves and into the hearts of R&B lovers. “No One’s Gonna Love You” by The S.O.S. Band wasn’t just another soulful ballad—it was a blueprint for the future of modern R&B. And at its core was a revolutionary production duo who were just getting started: Jimmy Jam and […]

May 9, 2025 71

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New Jazz City

Norah Jones on Creativity, Parenthood, and Finding Joy in Music

With over two decades of musical brilliance, nine solo albums, and more than 11 billion streams to her name, Norah Jones continues to evolve—artistically and personally. In a recent Vanity Fair interview published on May 7, 2025, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter offered an intimate look into her life, reflecting on a career defined by authenticity, experimentation, and resilience.Jones’s signature blend of jazz, soul, country, and pop first took the world by […]

May 9, 2025 45 2

Music

New Edition’s ‘Heart Break’ Album to Be Reissued on Vinyl

Legendary R&B group New Edition will release a reissue of their fifth studio album, Heart Break, on vinyl on Valentine’s Day (February 14). Originally released in 1988, the album will be available in standard 2LP black vinyl ($32.99) and 2LP clear vinyl ($37.99), both of which are now available for preorder. Heart Break debuted on June 20, 1988, through MCA Records and achieved a peak position of No. 3 on […]

January 7, 2025 107

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Jazz

The Fuse #1

Ah, fusion jazz—a delightful blend of jazz improvisation with elements from rock, funk, and R&B. It's a genre that's vibrant, innovative, and full of surprising twists. One of the seminal albums in this genre is Miles Davis's "Bitches Brew" from 1970, which really pushed the boundaries and opened up new possibilities for jazz music. Another great artist to explore is Herbie Hancock, especially his album "Head Hunters". Both of these […]

January 6, 2025 48 2 3

New Jazz City

James Francies: Purest Form/713, Song Of The Week

Plenty of young musicians show promise, but very few enjoy the sort of meteoric rise that pianist, keyboardist and composer James Francies is currently experiencing. At only 24, he’s played with jazz headliners like Pat Metheny, Chris Potter, Jeff “Tain” Watts, Stefon Harris, Eric Harland, and Terrace Martin, and racked up equally impressive credits in hip-hop and R&B: from shows with Ms. Lauryn Hill, José James, Common, and NAS, to studio time […]

September 9, 2021 17

New Jazz City

Multi Grammy Award Winner Shaun Martin Live At The Velvet Note, Alpharetta, GA

Multiple Grammy Award winner Shaun Martin is well known for his work with Kirk Franklin and as a key member of Snarky Puppy, his creative stamp can be heard on projects with musical legends Chaka Khan, Erykah Badu, Fred Hammond, Tamela Mann, Kim Burrell, God’s Property, and more. In 2015 Martin unveiled his debut album – 7Summers – to widespread acclaim, following up with a more succinct album of his […]

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