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0 Soul Men Mac and Jackson Spread Boogie Flu
- Audio
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 05/14/2009
Now out on DVD, Soul Men, the 2008 movie, with the late Bernie Mac and Samuel L. Jackson, (pictured here with the late Isaac Hayes), is a raunchy, entertaining, musical laugh fest. Surprise, surprise, these Hollywood guys not only have the gift of gab, but they can bust a classic soul vocal move! Here's what I call a genre buster..."Boogie Ain't Nuttin' (But Gettin' Down)," a track featured in both the movie, and on the Original Soul Men Soundtrack. Listen to my 60 second remix of "Boogie Ain't Nuttin' (But Gettin' Down)" performed by Bernie Mac and Samuel L. Jackson. Your browser does not support the audio element. Previous Post | Next Post
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0 Diana Ross Rolls into Foxwoods Country
- News
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 05/12/2009
A now somewhat rare Diana Ross concert appearance is always a treat. Mashantucket, Connecticut, Motown legions will be thrilled to check out Ms. Ross, live, Saturday, May 16, 2009, for an 8 pm show at the MGM Grand at Foxwoods. Previous Post | Next Post
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0 War Keeps West Coast Peace with Classic Soul Jams
- Video
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 05/07/2009
Lonnie Jordan, War, and crew are teaming up with Tierra, Malo, and El Chicano for some May, 2009 west coast gigs. You may remember Malo's Latin cross-over hit "Suavecito." The group was lead by Carlos Santana's brother, Jorge. El Chicano's most memorable track was the smooth instrumental favorite "Viva Tirado." War Dates: Saturday, May 23, 2009, Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, CA with Tierra, Malo, and El Chicano Sunday, May 24, Santa Barbara Bowl, Santa Barbara, CA with Tierra, Malo, and El Chicano Find recent War videos featured on the band's official website. 2022 Update: An older 'War live' video that was originally posted below has been removed. Here's a newer one, an excellent live version of "Why Can't We Be Friends" (Live at KAABOO Del Mar 2018 in Del Mar, CA). Previous Post | Next Post
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0 Ann Peebles Rare Rain is Unplugged
- Video
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 05/05/2009
Producer Willie Mitchell extended the famous gritty Memphis Stax sound by creating his own unmistakable style; facilitated by the talents of Al Green, Syl Johnson, O.V. Wright, and Ann Peebles. Ann's "I Can't Stand The Rain," a song she co-wrote, is a classic soul masterpiece. The St. Louis, Missouri native recorded the song with Mitchell in 1973. In 1992, Ann recorded an "unplugged" version that matches the original in stellar vocal prowess. Watch the rare, unplugged version of Ann Peeble's I Can't Stand The Rain." 2022 update: This video was originally on MySpace but it is now sunset there. Here it is on YouTube as posted in 2014: Previous Post | Next Post
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0 Con Funk Shun Steps Lightly but Brightly
- Flashback
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 04/30/2009
Con Funk Shun's 1977 album Secrets included the Michael Cooper inspired anthem "Ffun," one of their top songs. Michael, Karl Fuller, Paul Harrell, Cedric Martin, Louis A. McCall, Danny Thomas, and Felton C. Pilate II are all pictured here on what is the flip side of the lyric sheet insert included in Secrets. Previous Post | Next Post
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- Biography
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 04/28/2009
Hit covers of "Dream Merchant," "I Can Understand It," and "Wildflower" made them household names. Find the excellent blow-by-blow story of the dynamic journey forged by classic soul ensemble New Birth, compiled by 2 original members, Melvin and Leslie Wilson, at their official website. Previous Post | Next Post
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0 Lionel Richie Roams through Deutschland
- News
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 04/23/2009
Lionel Richie's European tour rolls on with May, 2009 dates in Switzerland, Austria, and several cities in Germany. "Forever" "Just Go" "Nothing Left To Give" "Forever And A Day" "I'm Not Okay" "Good Morning" "Through My Eyes" "I'm In Love" "Think Of You" "Into You Deep" "Pastime" "Face In The Crowd" "Eternity" These are the tracks on Just Go, the new album with a revised international release date of Tuesday, May 19th. Previous Post | Next Post
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0 Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge Marches On
- Concerts
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 04/20/2009
Lead vocalist Kathy, along with her siblings Joni, Kim, and Debbie, used the Chic "Le Freak" rhythms of Edwards & Rodgers along with "We Are Family" values to power Philadelphia's Sister Sledge to the top of the charts. Today, Kathy keeps the beat going with her solo group Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge. Attention Thursday night party people. Ms. Sledge lands in Hammond, Indiana at Horseshoe, just 20 minutes from downtown Chicago on April 30th, 2009, for a 7:30 pm performance at The Venue. The Venue opened in August, 2008, and has featured Alicia Keys, Gladys Knight, and others. Previous Post | Next Post
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- News
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 04/16/2009
The Legends of Funk tour 2 touches down in Houston, Texas, on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the Arena Theatre. Con Funk Shun, the Bar-Kays, Slave Funk Band, and Sugarfoot's Ohio Players are scheduled to perform. Previous Post | Next Post
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0 Bobbi Humphrey Puffs Flute Power Passion
- Commentary
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 04/14/2009
When you are the first female artist signed to the legendary Blue Note Records, the expectations are huge. Bobbi Humphrey did hit the high note, cultivating a string of successful albums injecting R&B roots into a container of smooth contemporary jazz. She never had a breakthrough hit single, but it didn't matter. Her excellent body of work stands the test of time. As with most diverse musicians, Bobbi worked with the best, including Stevie Wonder for the memorable track "Home Made Jam." After a 6 album run with Blue Note (beginning in 1971), she moved to Columbia Records (Epic), where the pressure for a more commercial vibe dominated the shifting style of her music. Visit the official Bobbi Humphrey Blue Note website. I have a lost audio interview I did with her way back when that I hope to find one day deep inside of the Powerhouse Radio archive! Previous Post | Next Post