…….It’s tempting to think that Genesis signals a return to McKnight’s gospel leanings; instead, what’s happening is Brian has rediscovered, and demonstrated, his playful yet passionate side (experiencing ‘crazy love’ as a newlywed can do that to you). Yes, there are modern twists and a few brow-raising couplets, but overall, Genesis harkens back to the sweetness and… Continue reading CD Review: “Genesis” By Brian McKnight
Category: Classic Soul/R&B
Babyface, “Return of the Tender Lover” CD Preview
……From the urgency of “It’s No Crime” to the tearjerker “Where Will You Go,” Babyface’s songs were equal levels of veracity and vulnerability that spoke on men’s wants, women’s needs and the promised land of Happily Ever After. It’s been more than 20 years (!) since Tender Lover and a decade since he’s released a… Continue reading Babyface, “Return of the Tender Lover” CD Preview
Stevie Brings Wonder and “Songs” To Dallas’ AAC, The MOC/ST Concert Review
Concert Review Stevie Wonder American Airlines Center Dallas, TX March 22, 2015 Glib and galvanizing, pitch-perfect yet passionate, Stevie Wonder regaled over 10,000 eager fans when he brought his “Songs In The Key Of Life” tour to Dallas’ American Airlines Center on Sunday night. Considered one of the most defining and influential albums of all… Continue reading Stevie Brings Wonder and “Songs” To Dallas’ AAC, The MOC/ST Concert Review
Feb. 26, 2015: Diana Ross Reigns Supreme At Verizon Theater
Diana Ross Verizon Theater Grand Prairie, Texas February 26, 2015 “‘I love it when the house lights are on and I can see your eyes, all your faces. I feel all of the love and energy you’re giving me and you’ve been such a great audience….” The encore song was “Reach Out and Touch (Somebody’s… Continue reading Feb. 26, 2015: Diana Ross Reigns Supreme At Verizon Theater
The 11th Annual Blues Festival: A MOC/ST Concert Review
11th Annual Blues Festival Verizon Theater Grand Prairie, Texas February 14, 2015 Funk, soul, R&B and of course, healthy heaping of the blues were enjoyed by an eager crowd of 3,000+ when the 11th Annual Blues Festival touched down (and turnt up) at Grand Prairie’s Verizon Theater on Saturday Night. Overall, it could’ve been… Continue reading The 11th Annual Blues Festival: A MOC/ST Concert Review