In The Spotlight

Neal Francis – “These Are The Days”

The early musical life of this Chicago-based piano prodigy was both a true journey through legendary, genre-spanning influences and self-destruction, consumed by addiction. Now reborn in sobriety, he’s taken the sounds that shaped him, ranging from Allen Toussaint’s vocals to Billy Preston’s gospel-soul and reinvented his own vintage framed blend of New Orleans rhythms and Chicago blues.

His debut single is an invigorating amalgamation of retro-sounding genres. The late 60s R&B basis is embellished with an exhuberant gospel organ, soul-infused backing harmonies and a blazing horn section. With his honest, Allen Toussaint-reminiscent vocals digging deep into your soul and a melodic fusion oozing with nostalgic style, this fiery track pays tribute to the heyday of his musical roots.

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Music History

Whitney Houston – “My Name Is Not Susan”

From her album “I’m Your Baby Tonight” (1990):

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New Music

Benjamin Rihan – “Dizzy Talk”

This is the first English single by Danish singer and songwriter Benjamin Rihan:

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In The Spotlight

Olivia Henry – “In My Touch”

This multi-talented songstress grew up in Los Angeles, where she began classical vocal training with a Belgian opera singer from an early age. She also trained in jazz, contemporary music and musical theatre at CalArts conservatory and, after a debilitating back injury, taught herself piano and songwriting. She has written dozens of songs and self-released her debut EP “Sessions” in 2014.

The second single to be taken from her upcoming full-length debut album, which will be released later this year, is both sultry as ferocious. A steamy beat, sensuous guitar and smooth piano amplify an inherent sexual setting and with her fierce, empowering vocals condemning men who play games, this soul and blues touched pop anthem is dripping with feminine fervor and an enthralling intensity.

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Music History

Jamie Lidell – “Another Day”

From his album “Jim” (2008):

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New Music

Meg Mac – “Something Tells Me”

This is the new single by Australian pop-soul singer and songwriter Meg Mac:

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