Soul music originally refers to gospel sung passionately by Black artists; today however it encompasses various Black cultural productions like music, dance, fashion, foodways and language styles as well as activism for civil rights. Three major record labels were key in popularizing soul music: Atlantic Records in New York City, Motown Records in Detroit and …
Soul music‘s greatest songs often speak directly to our hearts, from celebrating new love to mourning loss. Furthermore, many protest songs like Curtis Mayfield’s “People Get Ready” which addressed civil rights movements can also be found among its ranks. In the ’80s, artists such as Luther Vandross and Whitney Houston popularized contemporary R&B. At this …
Music Soul Knight is an engaging pixel-roguelike RPG developed by ChillyRoom Inc. for Android, iOS, and Nintendo Switch platforms. Daryl Bazilio hails from Ridgeland, South Carolina and began his musical journey performing high school chorus and solo work. Later moving to Myrtle Beach he began acting at local theaters while leading “The Soul Knights” vocal …
Year 2003 marked an explosion of soul music worldwide. Established artists like R. Kelly released scorching soul hits; Etta James traveled to Muscle Shoals, Alabama, where she recorded some of the decade’s enduring soul anthems; while Jaheim released an exquisite set of love songs on his second album Another Round. Daptone Daptone Records of Brooklyn …
Soul songs can cover any topic, but many focus on love. These tracks evoke feelings like the exhilaration of young romance or heartache in an existing relationship before conveying an urge to dance impulsively with excitement. Percy Sledge’s 1966 classic is an ideal example of this genre, drawing elements from gospel and R&B music while …
Few songs capture a specific place and time like Joe Bataan’s New York City classic “Subway Joe.” His call-response lyrics blend Latin, doo-wop and R&B influences into one unforgettable melodic experience; effectively creating what has since become known as Latin soul music. Aretha Franklin’s voice soars on this iconic track written by Jerry Ragovoy. Her …
Soul music UK can sometimes be taken for granted or overlooked, yet this genre boasts a rich heritage which should be celebrated and is an integral part of British culture. This list honors some of the UK’s pioneers of genre music and subverts the narrative that these artists were simply replicating what had taken place …
Soul music is a genre that draws heavily upon African-American history. As one of the most widely enjoyed styles worldwide, soul resonates with a diverse array of people and speaks their language. No matter the occasion, soul music provides the perfect soundtrack. Here are five reasons why soul music should be your go-to option! 1. …
If you’re lucky enough to have found someone whom you consider to be your soul sister, their friendship can become something invaluable – going beyond sharing interests or bands they like. Their friendship is marked by an understanding of each other and acceptance of any imperfections they might share. Together they support one another in …
Soul Surfer depicts Bethany Hamilton, an 18-year-old from Hawaii who suffered a shark attack and lost an arm before returning to surfing as a professional competitor despite some initial objections from people involved in her life. It proved highly controversial upon release. Composer Marco Beltrami is best-known for his horror and psychological drama scores, but …