In The Spotlight

Sulpacio Jones – “Better Way”

Born and raised in California, this artist, songwriter and producer has been impressing the music scene worldwide with her vibrant and unique funky sound, since the release of her self-titled debut EP back in 2013. Influenced by Chaka Khan, Prince and Rick James, she’s created an eclectic mix of R&B, soul and funk, woven through some old-school hip hop.

With lyrics about coping with modern life, she takes her usual fiery delivery down a notch as her new single has a delicious laid-back feel. It’s retro R&B infused with pure soul. It has an intoxicating slow beat, sleek synths and gloriously smooth horns in the second half of the song and with her passionate, enthralling vocals, it’s the best kind of melodic ear-candy.

From her upcoming EP “Funky Love”, to be released on 22 December 2017:

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Music History

KC & The Sunshine Band – “Boogie Shoes”

From the soundtrack of the movie “Saturday Night Fever” (1977):

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New Music

Nicole Atkins – “Darkness Falls So Quiet”

From her album “Goodnight Rhonda Lee” (2017):

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In The Spotlight

Darren Criss – “The Day That The Dance Is Over”

Mostly known as an actor in TV series such as “Glee”, on Broadway in “Hedwig & The Angry Inch” and in movies such as “Girl Most Likely”, this 30-year old multi-talent is also an accomplished singer/songwriter, who has been releasing solo work on and off since 2010 when he independently released his debut EP “Human”. Now, after 7 years, he’s released his new EP “Homework”.

Although his work as a singer/actor took him to singing other genres, on his new EP he returns to his own soul/folk stylings. His velvety, soulful voice sparkles on this song, which is produced with real live instruments. It starts off with an acoustic piano, which is joined by some polished brass, silky violins and a gospel choir, creating an uplifting and breathtaking musical masterpiece.

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Music History

Debbie Harry – “In Love With Love”

From her album “Rockbird” (1986):

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New Music

Eliza & The Bear – “Hell”

This is the new single by London-based quintet Eliza & The Bear:

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