In The Spotlight

Parlor Social – “Got The Heebie-Jeebies”

Fronted by husband and wife duo Dessy Di Lauro and Ric’key Pageot, this band is taking ragtime swing of the roaring 20s to new heights. Both no strangers to the music scene, Dessy has taken their Neo-Ragtime style on solo outings and Ric’key has worked with many legends such as Madonna and Cher. They’ve amazed live audiences all over the world with their unique Speakeasy Soul sound.

Released to coincide with Black Music Month, the second single from their upcoming album takes 20s ragtime and prohibition era jazz and dips it in an invigorating contemporary R&B. A spirited beat and sexy horns add a playful edge to this peppy tune full of vintage spice and modern zing. With zesty vocals teasing the melody, this is a fiery, Neo-Ragtime jive with a catchy, vivacious bounce.

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Music History

Toto – “Holyanna”

From their album “Isolation” (1984):

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New Music

Emma Muscat – “I Need Somebody”

From her EP “Moments” (2018):

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In The Spotlight

Philthy – “Party Crashers”

As a former member of Prince’s New Power Generation, musical visionary Phillip Lassiter is no stranger to a funkadelic vibe. Primarily a jazz trumpeter, he is a multi-instrumentalist as well as a singer and songwriter. Having won 7 Grammy awards, he worked with the likes of Al Jarreau, Kelly Rowland and Timbaland. His latest musical endeavor fuses his skills into a 13-piece soul spectacular.

The title-track of their new album is an explosive funk extravaganza, straight out of the groovy 70s. The blasting, full-bodied brass is ear-tingling and breathtaking, while the disco drums will give you goosebumps. The vigorous funky vocals and uplifting, sexy and soulful harmonies are filled with a manic energy. This out-of-this-world shindig is a dynamic, foot-tappin’ party of bombastic proportions.

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Music History

Amerie – “Gotta Work”

From her album “Because I Love It” (2007):

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New Music

Why Don’t We – “Talk”

This is the new single by rising American dance-pop quintet Why Don’t We:

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