Strumming Colors of Soul
Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Emily King was born with music in her blood. The New York City-based musician started her career in 2005, released a debut album a year later and has been well-received ever since.
Rock N’ Rose
The Shea Rose sound is funk, soul and rock and roll. Rose’s sultry voice over a roaring guitar creates a musical blend of alternative rock, r&b and deep funk. As Shea Rose puts the gears into motion for her new EP Rock n’ Rose, this new artist bridges a fresh style with a familiar sound, creating a platform so cutting edge it's hard not to take notice.
A Diva 24/7
If someone ever asked you, “Who’s Amanda Diva,” and your response was, “She’s an artist,” that would be a criminal understatement.
A New Shade of Gray
A woman ahead of her time, unmoved by racial and gender lines, spoken word poet Bridget Gray makes the crowds holler, one poem at a time.
Rhythm and Rhyme Story Time
Songwriters, producers and emcees. Underground hip-hop artists Hasan Salaam and Rugged N’ Raw are not your average indie artists.
A New Day
As we enter a new year, we remember our past and look forward to our future.
New Artist: Jesse Boykins III
At first glance, this 23-year-old looks like any other young black male who thinks his life surrounded by poverty coupled with his desire to make fast money automatically warrant him the "skills" necessary to be a successful rapper. But dig deeper and you'll see that Jesse Boykins III isn't your average wannabe rapper but, in fact, a quite talented singer.
Anna Barie and Her Powers
The waves made by Brooklyn-based band These Are Powers can be felt all around the world. While hibernating during the chill of a New York winter, I sat down with Anna Barie, the lady behind TAP's vocals and electronics, to talk about their music.
The Clarus Group Presents Rising Star, Tracee Owo
Singer and songwriter Tracee Owo is positioned to make moves.
This is a De’Vine Production
Young gifted musicians and producers Luci M. and De'Vine Alexand[h]er have music in their blood. Singer, songwriter, rapper and engineer ... and this is just their beginning.
Motown Metal with The Smyrk
Self-proclaimed mo-town metal band, The Smyrk, hits the scene with soulful vocals infused with rock and unconventional song subjects.
Brittany Bosco’s Soulful History
I've been chasing Brittany Bosco down for a while; over the past few months she's has been around the world ... literally. Fresh off of her European tour, Brittany Bosco and I got deep about the essence and the importance of music.
Lalaine’s Inside Story
All grown up but, where are they now? Just before Disney’s Lizzie McGuire ended in 2004, actress and singer Lalaine branched away from the series early on to pursue her music career.
All Day with Kalae
Kalae All Day reps Harlem ... well, all day but, on a particularly warm fall afternoon, I managed to convince her to come downtown for some apple cider donuts to talk about her soft spot for 'Brooklyn Boys,' her upcoming appearance at Brooklyn Bodega’s Show and Prove and AFROMATIKNEOHIPPIEROCK*SOLEMUSIK.
Sandflower Power
Sandflower Dyson's on a mission and nothing's going to stop her. On a warm Friday night, I took a walk with Sandflower to talk about music and her life's great purpose.
Artist to Watch For: Kany Garcia
Two-time Latin Grammy winner and Billboard Magazine "Latin Breakthrough Artist of the Year" Kany Garcia is back with her sophomore album.
The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute
After the tragic loss of brother Michael, Janet Jackson shows that she is still in control. Ms. Jackson, along with many other dancers, performed a Michael Jackson medley tribute at the MTV 2009 Video Music Awards.
Manny Proves “Life is a Show”
This young woman is embracing every talent that she has within herself and shows no signs of stopping. Actress and singer/songwriter Cassie Steele shows that her acting is just as good as her singing
“Access Granted”: The Mickey Factz Concert Experience
You are cordially invited to an all-access mind trip to the Mickey Factz Concert Experience. Check your tickets in at the gate and prepare yourself to read about Mickey's recent performance in Boston, Mass. from an insider's perspective. As always, stay fly and live inCOLOR.
A Brother’s Oath
Def Poet, Oveous Maximus, has owned almost every spoken word stage from New York to LA; now he's trying to make his mark with his first passion ... hip hop. Oveous sat down with me to talk about his roots and his "Future Intentions."
What Do You Sound Like?
Throughout music history there has always been that one venue or event that has provided a rite of passage for music acts. From Vaudeville and Carnegie Hall to the Grand Ole Opry and the Apollo Theater, these stages have offered a point from which so many legendary musicians have launched their careers. Queens-bred Brey King is trying to create that same energy and opportunity with his showcase, the SoundCheck.
The Tao of Jasmine Solano
Forget the Year of the Ox, let it be written in the books that 2009 is the Year of Jazzy. In less than a year Jasmine Solano has made a name for herself as a force to be reckoned with, and this is only the beginning.
Arrested Development: Dropping Knowledge Since 1987
Arrested Development, the two-time Grammy Award-winning group that brought the world such classics as "Tennessee," "People Everyday" and "Mr. Wendal," has embarked on the West Coast leg of its "Strong" tour, which stops by Redondo Beach, Calif., on Friday, Aug. 21. The eight-piece assortment's front man, Speech, shared many insights about where the band has been, where it's going and the music industry in which it still has a home some 22 years after it was formed.
Soul Sista: Keke Wyatt and the Ghetto Rose
I had the opportunity to catch up with Keke for a bit and talk the new album ‘Ghetto Rose,” family, real music, and inspiration.
