All Blog Posts Tagged 'Soul' (35)

Q&A with captivating Jazz vocalist and guitarist Allan Harris: one of the jazz world's most acclaimed artists

"Soul and Jazz has, over the years, been the driving force in music that continues to conquer the world. Listeners and concert goers all want to hear the groove above all else. So when I couple the rhythms and swing of jazz with the hipness of soul music, I can feel my audience opening their hearts and minds to whatever I present to them from the stage."

Allan Harris: The Seductive Soul of…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on February 9, 2024 at 4:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with Soul/R&B/Gospel singer Marcel Smith, a deep musical talent, his voice is seductive and alluring

"The impact of soul music on socio-cultural implications has been profound, contributing to the advancement of civil rights, cultural expression, musical innovation, and global cultural exchange. My hope is for Soul music to continue being a powerful force in shaping society and influencing cultural attitudes and movements."

Marcel Smith: Soul From My Soul…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 15, 2024 at 7:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with soul-blues vocalist Billy Price, acclaimed producer/drummer Tony Braunagel to produce new Price's Studio Recording

"I hope that my songs have both humor and passion, and that they are a true expression of my outlook about real life as I have lived it. Many of the songs are personal and are based on feelings and situations that I have felt and experienced. Musically, the songs are influenced by my love of blues and especially of classic soul music, both the southern and northern varieties."

Billy Price: The Voice…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on September 2, 2023 at 11:00am — No Comments

Q&A with legendary Soul man William Bell, who co-wrote one of the most covered songs in blues/rock music history

"The most important lesson that I’ve learned on my musical path is just to be honest about your music, be loyal to your following and put forth your best efforts because you’re an influencer and that is not to be taken for granted."

William Bell: The Soul Legend

The man who co-wrote one of the most covered songs in blues/rock music history is also…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on June 7, 2023 at 11:30am — No Comments

Q&A with The Mighty Soul Drivers (Bob Orsi & River City Slim), New England’s keepers of the Memphis Soul flame.

"I have been blessed to have seen many of my musical heroes perform live, but there are so many I missed. YouTube and the various streaming services make it possible to listen and watch at my convenience, but not the same."

The Mighty Soul Drivers: Rockin’ Soul

The Mighty Soul Drivers are New England’s keepers of the Memphis Soul…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 25, 2023 at 10:30am — No Comments

Q&A with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Jerry Martini - original founder and saxophonist of Sly & the Family Stone

"The music of that time {Sly's} brought everybody together. The world however is constantly changing."

Jerry Martini: Soul To Soul

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Jerry Martini, aka Papa J is the original founder of Sly & the Family Stone. Calling upon Sly Stone to become the leader of the first inter-racial, multi-gender…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on May 3, 2022 at 9:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with wild rock & soul singer Bette Smith, the next big-voiced soul sensation into rock & roll and gospel

"It definitely can be a challenge. Women have faced so many obstacles that men would never think about. Although I believe things have improved quite a lot recently, it still can be tricky at times. But the key for me is to work with really good and dedicated people where music is first and foremost, and respect for each other as artists reigns supreme."

Bette Smith: Long Walk To…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 12, 2021 at 9:30am — No Comments

Q&A with veteran Los Angeles-based Sonny Green, one of the most underrated soul singers alive

"I miss the blues entertainers that have passed away. Now it’s a lot of Rap and the music is not the same. My hopes are to complete my heart desires through music, generating wealth a living a successful lifestyle."

Sonny Green: One Soul Singer, One Love

New release from Los Angeles' own Sonny Green, titled “Found! One Soul Singer” (Little…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on November 24, 2020 at 8:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with trombonist and horn arranger Greg Boyer, who everybody calls when they want to bring the full bells and whistles to their sound

"Technology had made making music much easier than in the past. The bad part of that is ANYBODY can do it! You don't need any instrumental proficiency, just an idea and some buttons!  I'm looking forward to the return of the days when actually PLAYING an instrument is cool. Then music will have a "soul" again."

Greg Boyer: Soul Cool Music

Greg…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on March 14, 2020 at 11:30pm — No Comments

An Interview with funk/soul New Yorker Milo Z - the “melting pot” of Big Apple with Rock, Rap, Jazz, Blues & Funk

"I guess what I miss from the funk and soul music of yesterday is the really warm sounds and feeling it had. The music back in the day was played on real instruments by human beings not computers and machines."

Milo Z : The Sound of Razzamofunk

He calls the music “Razzamofunk”, a combination of Rock, Rap, Jazz, Blues & Funk. The sound is…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on March 4, 2020 at 11:30am — No Comments

Interview with Vaneese Thomas - embracing her musical legacy and carries forward the rich heritage of Memphis

"The Memphis sound continues to generate fans today because it is authentic. It is original. It is a combination of blues, folk and gospel and comes from the tribulations of African Americans through the years. People feel the real deal when they hear it."

Vaneese Thomas: Rootsy & Gospely …

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on September 5, 2019 at 9:30pm — No Comments

Interview with Southern gentleman of the blues Frank Bey - radiant, powerful, and generous singer and performer

"Blues music was one of the first music forms that I really paid attention to. Gospel was the first, but then on the side it was blues. And then blues became unpopular for young people, and for a young man."

Frank Bey: Back In Business

Born and raised in Millen, Georgia, Frank Bey began his singing career performing gospel at the tender age of…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on December 24, 2018 at 9:00pm — No Comments

Guitarist Ian McDonald of Monophonics talks about the band, Hendrix, Syl Johnson, and psychedelic soul

"I think the feel of people has change because now it has become more materialistic. Back then it was more about the people."

Ian McDonald: Soul with Psyche…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 22, 2018 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with Martha High, one of the hardest working ladies in show business, sings about love and happiness

"Blues is a feeling, that comes from within. That’s why most blues singers sing with there eyes closed. Most lyrics are written about what they are going through or how they feel about life. It sometimes be sad or sometimes happy feelings."

Martha High: The Soul of…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on December 13, 2017 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Versatile songwriter/guitarist Chris Daniels talks about the specificity of blues and his course in music

"That is the great thing about blues...we ALL have awful stuff that happens to us...rich man - poor man - black man - white man - bad times and hard time come to us ALL - and to be a good songwriter for the blues..."

Chris Daniels: The Sound of Kings…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on November 17, 2017 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with L.A. band of Jack Mack (Mark Campbell, Bill Bergman & Andrew Kastner) - sweet and funky soul music

"Music is language ... therefore, music is a form of communication."

Jack Mack: Back To Sweet & Soul Music

LA's Jack Mack and the Heart Attack Horns have just celebrated their 36th…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 23, 2017 at 1:09am — No Comments

Interview with Belgian singer/songwriter Sarah Carlier - moves along folk, pop, soul, afro and world music

"Music can make people become closer even if they are totally different it breaks all the barriers."

Sarah Carlier: Emotion & Elegance 

Sarah Carlier is above all a voice: warm and captivating, full…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on June 1, 2016 at 2:10pm — No Comments

Interview with R&B legend Maurice White of Earth, Wind & Fire and session drummer of OKeh and Chess Records

"Initially, music separated the races but young white kids really liked R&B music and after the white record execs noticed this, they began to exploit the cross-over aspect for increased profits."

Maurice White:…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 13, 2015 at 1:00am — No Comments

Interview with soul singer Jerry Lawson (of the Persuasions) - the musical dreams continue to come true

"Study the masters. Do the homework. Phrasing is very important. Not to try to sound like anyone else."

Jerry Lawson: The Voice of Mortal Man

Jerry Lawson was born in Ft. Lauderdale,…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on June 1, 2015 at 8:30pm — No Comments

Interview with high energy Blues and R&B singer Tia Carroll -- She sings to the heart from the heart

"Life seems to weave its way through all of these genres of music (Blues, Soul Gospel, R&B). Life stories about redemption, heart break, joy and excitement, bereavement, ecstasy and just about any other emotion you can think of."

Tia Carroll: Sweet Blues…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on May 12, 2015 at 11:30pm — No Comments

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