Soul
Happy Halloween: Here’s a Bunch of Spooky Music That Isn’t “The Monster Mash”
We put together a playlist of ghoulish soul, disco, rockabilly, and more you can really boogie to.
Q's Electric R&B Is a Safe Space for Black Men to Own Their Feelings
After spending years battling anxiety, the South Florida singer realized music was the only thing he could control.
How Jerry Williams Became Swamp Dogg, the Unsung King of Soul Music
After writing hundreds of songs, making more than 20 albums, and breaking racial barriers in the recording industry, Swamp Dogg still hasn't gotten his due.
The Secret Ingredient in Caribou's New Album Is a Soul Sample From YouTube
The story behind the song by little-known R&B singer Gloria Barnes that's at the center of "Home," the lead single off Caribou's 'Suddenly.'
Aretha Franklin's Son Is Outraged by the 'Respect' Biopic
Kecalf Franklin, son of the famed soul singer, wants fans to boycott the forthcoming film.
Raveena's Debut Album Is a Dreamy R&B Universe
The Indian American singer crafts a world of self-acceptance on her debut album, 'Lucid.'
Whoa, Kindness' New Song With Seinabo Sey Is So Good
"Lost Without" is the second single this year from Adam Bainbridge, following their Robyn collaboration "Cry Everything."
Hamzaa Turned Being "Sad as Fuck" into Rich Soul-R&B
We meet the 20-year-old singer and songwriter, who landed her first TV spot as an unsigned teen last autumn. She's just getting started.
Mahalia Is As Clever and Warm As Her Soul-Inflected Music
We spent an afternoon with the rising Leicester-born artist before her biggest UK date so far, looking back on the year she's had.
Hear Another Uplifting Song from Charles Bradley's Posthumous 'Black Velvet'
"Can't Fight The Feeling" is a forgotten studio cut from Bradley's first months with Menahan Street Band.
Hear Charles Bradley's "I Feel a Change," the First Song from His Posthumous LP
'Black Velvet,' an album of previously unreleased material, is due out on November 9.
Saying Goodbye to Aretha Franklin
We celebrate the queen of soul, and the impact she had on our music and culture.