http://www.soultracks.com/story-ledisi-book By Melody Charles There are two types of artists out there on today’s music scene: those who connect with their listeners at a superficial level and display just enough of their calculated persona to sell a product, and then there are performers like Ledisi Anibade Young, a woman who pours herself into soul-baring songs… Continue reading Ledisi, Book &Tour Interview
Michael Jackson, A Tribute (1958-2009)
June 25th is always a difficult time of year for me, along with millions of others, because this marks the day that we lost Michael Jackson, the greatest artist of all time. I will never forget how vulnerable, how shattered, how wounded I felt when I saw the news that Michael Jackson had passed away:… Continue reading Michael Jackson, A Tribute (1958-2009)
Ryan Shaw’s “Real Love,” ST Review
http://www.soultracks.com/ryan-shaw-real-love-review Ryan Shaw – Real Love Email Click on CD cover to listen or purchase Despite his critically-acclaimed releases, a pair of Grammy nominations and owning one of the most explosive and energetic voices this side of Otis Redding, Ryan Shaw has bubbled just under the level of mainstream recognition that his… Continue reading Ryan Shaw’s “Real Love,” ST Review
Sassy Lil’ Sisters and Self-Esteem
As parents, we all want our kids to live fulfilling and productive lives, and part of helping them reach those goals is to shore up their still-developing self-esteem. Drawing the line between assurance and arrogance requires delicacy and diligence.
Vacating The HeartBreak Hotel, AKA Lessons In Love
“Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” — Albert Einstein Picture it: 1998. Actress, rapper and former Fugees member, Lauryn Hill , layers fiercely feminist principles of self-love and relationship empowerment over hip-hop rhythms for her debut solo CD, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. Her soul-searing ballads and hard-hitting… Continue reading Vacating The HeartBreak Hotel, AKA Lessons In Love