Sly Stone has passed at the age of 82 decades after his rise as a soul and funk pioneer of the ’60s. Stone was a native of Vallejo, California, and he grew up in a religious household with parents who had a great appreciation for music. When he was aContinue Reading
“Soft and Wet” is Prince’s first solo single, released on June 7, 1978, which was his 20th birthday. He co-wrote the song with Chris Moon as part of the work done for his debut album, For You. Prince operated as a one-man band on the album, and for “Soft andContinue Reading
Musician, artist, and producer Alissia has released her debut single, “Hypnotic Night,” featuring Nile Rodgers and EARTHGANG. The single straddles the worlds of funk, hip-hop, and R&B, held together by a groove instigated by Alissia’s bass. It is a big year for the artist who has made history as theContinue Reading
Rufus featuring Chaka Khan, covered Bobby Womack’s “Stop On By” for their 1974 album, Rufusized. The band had broken through with their sophomore album, Rags to Rufus, thanks to the Stevie Wonder composition “Tell Me Something Good” and “You Got The Love,” written by Khan and Ray Parker Jr. TheyContinue Reading