R&B

Jackson began his career in 1957 with the Rasberry Singers gospel group. He went on to join the Dell-Vikings in the late '50s before signing to Beltone Records as a solo act in 1960. This collection captures some of his brightest moments with Wand...

Jackie Wilson earned the nickname "Mr Excitement" for his performances as one of the most dynamic and electrifying soul singers of the '50s and '60s, with an extraordinary four-octave vocal range and an ability to deliver up-tempo rockers and dramatic...

J.P. Robinson is an obscure but acclaimed soul singer who signed with T.K. Productions and released a string of popular singles on Alston, Atco and Blue Candle labels from 1968 to 1974. This compilation features all of his known T.K. Recordings: 20...

J.J. Williams and Ernie Shelby cut a string of 45s for Wishbone Productions in the early 1970s, working with producers Clayton Ivey and Terry Woodford at Widget and Broadway Sound in Muscle Shoals. Tracks leased to Capitol and Polydor failed to make much...

J.C. Phillips' rare classic soul single "If It Ain't Worth Fighting For" b/w "You Sure Make It Good To Me," originally released in 1970 on the Canyon Records label, is presented here in it's original 7" vinyl mix, newly remastered. [Note: This product is...

Izumikawa's latest album, Life Is Your Thoughts, is a cross-cultural examination, born out of his experiences living and working in both Japan and the United States. Musically, the tracks on the album balance traditional Japanese melodies and Hip-Hop,...

Izo Fitzroy's third album 'A Good Woman' explores life as a single woman, railing against convention, battling depression, wrangling shame, and having a more embodied connection with herself. It's a masterclass in soul music, touching on elements of...

It's virtually impossible to come up with a new production sound these days. Even the likes of Dre, Timbaland or Darkchild rely on a mixture of technology & samples. However, occasionally a new mould is created a la Nelly & the Dirty South side of things...

It's very unlikely that another saxophonist existed in the entirety of New York City that was as busy as King Curtis was in 1960 - and for that matter, for the years before and after. His diamond hard yakety solos were crucial to the rock and roll...

It's the album that modern funk heads have been waiting for - a Zackey Force Funk project produced entirely by XL Middleton. With no guest features or producers, Blue Blade Piranha showcases the chemistry of one of the west coast's dynamic duos of funk...

It's hard to believe, but in almost three decades as a solo artist, R&B superstar Jeffrey Osborne has never released a live album. GREATEST HITS LIVE! Fills that gap in his recorded history -and then some. This comprehensive collection showcases...

It's good from start to finish. Whether you love soul, love the blues, or love them both, do yourself a favor and buy this recording. It's not only a leading contender for the record of the year, but should also make the list for the decade. Living Blues...