Selling on the secular charts yet raised in the realm of the sanctified: it’s a typical circumstance that defines many musicians, and what dictates their direction as artists differs from one to the next, since some see returning to spiritual leanings as an embrace of the past or inevitable recognition of their future (or fan… Continue reading Jackiem Joyner’s “Church Boy”, a ST CD Review
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Faith Evans, An Enduring “R&B Diva”: The ST Q&A
If phrases like “dented can of green beans,” “five dollar water bottle” and “We’re not going to have that conversation with COCKTAILS!” sound familiar to you, chances are you’re part of the loyal viewership that watched TV One’s hit reality series, R&B Divas. In its eight episodes (the season finale aired on Monday), the reality… Continue reading Faith Evans, An Enduring “R&B Diva”: The ST Q&A
Destiny’s Child’s “Playlist,” The ST CD Review
A succession of gold and platinum albums, two Grammy Awards and a worldwide tally of at least 60 million in sales units have immortalized Destiny’s Child as historical hit makers. In their seven years as a professional singing group, the quartet/trio capitalized on the power of social media, sex appeal and songs bubbling over with… Continue reading Destiny’s Child’s “Playlist,” The ST CD Review
Anthony Hamilton & Estelle Throw Down In TX’s Verizon Theatre
Thanks to an equalized mix of funk and gospel, pinches of rock and rap and generous servings of southern-flavored soul, Anthony Hamilton gave an exhilarating performance for a packed venue of thousands when he brought his “Back to Love” tour to Grand Prairie’s Verizon Theater on Wednesday night. The Charlotte, NC native was greeted with… Continue reading Anthony Hamilton & Estelle Throw Down In TX’s Verizon Theatre
Antoine Dunn: Cleveland Roots & A Soulful Legacy (ST Interview)
Thanks to being raised in the church, discovered in the choir and able to craft his debut with a legendary producer while touring with established hit makers, success seems practically guaranteed for singer, songwriter and Cleveland native Antoine Dunn. A former choir director with an opera-singing older brother and a gospel-singing aunt (Adrian Dunn and… Continue reading Antoine Dunn: Cleveland Roots & A Soulful Legacy (ST Interview)