With an awe-inspiring career spanning six decades, this prolific singer and songwriter was present at the birth of Memphis soul. Initially the front man of The Four Kings, in the early 60s he became a staff songwriter at Hi Records, writing 154 titles. In the 70s he wrote several songs for his wife Ann Peebles, like the 1973 hit “I Can’t Stand The Rain”. In the 80s and 90s he returned to his gospel roots.
Taken from his upcoming album “You Make Me Feel”, expected on May 8th and sounding like it’s a Stax, Motown or Hi Records revival, his new single harkens back to the glory days of Memphis soul. With bustling percussion, spirited horns and rousing wah-wah guitars marking the buoyant classic melody, it’s his mighty, soul-infused vocal artistry that makes this vintage groove sound full of life.
Instagram | Facebook | Wikipedia | iTunes
From her album “Essex” (1993):
From their EP “How Many Ways” (2020):
Based in L.A., Alyssa Wilkens and Jillian Allen are a real life couple who found each other in music and in love. They met at 16 and started creating music together. After many years of experimentation and letting their sound mature, they’re ready to take on the world. Inspired by bands like 
Taking a delicious trip back to the glorious 80s, the new single by this neon duo is a vibrant, electronic groove, splashed in colorful pastels. With an infectious bass, sparkling synths and a catchy hook worming its way into your ears, it’s an open invitation to dance. And with the refreshing, retro-dipped vocals shining a light on the reality of relationships, you can only love this tune more.
From their album “Making Movies” (1980):
From her EP “Rivers Run Dry” (2020):
