Interview: R&B Group Honey Cone Makes Their 54 Below Debut on July 13th
Honey Cone, the timeless hit-making group and members of the Soul Music Hall of Fame, make their 54 Below debut in Honey Cone: Now, Then & Forever. Named the “Best Female Vocal Group” by the National Association of Television and Radio Announcers, Honey Cone will take the audience on a thrilling journey through their celebrated music catalog.
Video: Kamasi Washington and Jenn Nkiru Debut 'Get Lit' Short Film
Kamasi Washington and artist and director Jenn Nkiru have debuted the short film for “Get Lit”, starring legendary musician Saul Williams, longtime bandmember Patrice Quinn and Washington himself, with appearances from funk icon George Clinton, Inglewood rapper D Smoke, Willow Smith, Raphael Saadiq, Robert Glasper and a number of others. Watch the video now!
40th Anniversary Edition of Thomas Dolby's 'The Flat Earth' Coming This Month
In celebration of 40 years of The Flat Earth, BMG is releasing an expanded, 40th Anniversary Edition of the album. As well as the complete tracklisting from the original record, the special release of the anniversary edition includes live tracks, rare mixes and alternate versions of songs from the iconic album, which tell the story of a songwriter and performer reaching new musical heights.
Miami's III Points Festival Unveils Full Lineup for 2024 Edition
Miami’s leading art & music festival III Points is once again gearing up for another unmissable fall weekender. Returning to Mana Wynwood on Friday, October 18, and Saturday, October 19, the celebrated event has curated another diverse lineup following last year's sold-out 10th-anniversary edition.
Kamasi Washington Shares 'Hope Man' in Celebration of Juneteenth and Black Music Month
Kamasi Washington has unveiled a new song, “Hope Man,” available exclusively via Apple Music. The song is part of a collection of Freedom Songs celebrating Black jazz artists for Juneteenth and Black Music Month. Washington's new album Fearless Movement—featuring collaborations with André 3000, Thundercat, George Clinton, Terrace Martin and more—is out now to critical acclaim. Listen to his new song!
Brainstory Share El Michels Affair-Produced 'XFaded' Ahead of New Album
On Friday, April 19th, Brainstory will release their sophomore full-length album Sounds Good via Big Crown Records. The Los Angeles-area trio will also kick off their headline U.S. tour this Thursday, April 18th with a sold out show in Los Angeles, followed by UK / EU support dates in May with Lady Wray. The band shares the album’s latest single, “XFaded” – a psychedelic soul and jazz-infused treat. Listen to the song here!