“It feels like now, in music, that the world's your oyster,” Melanie C reflects. “Now, as artists, we're so much freer than we've ever been.”
Read moreINTERVIEW: From Songbird to Lullaby Girl, Lisa Loeb’s Musical Love Affair Endures
Lisa Loeb’s new album ‘Lullaby Girl’—the acclaimed singer-songwriter’s first covers record—is in stores now.
Read moreINTERVIEW: The Radio May Be Silent, But Talib Kweli’s Vital Voice Resonates Loud and Clear
Talib Kweli has further bolstered his prolific recorded repertoire with the release of his eighth studio album ‘Radio Silence.’
Read moreLiving Colour’s Vernon Reid Navigates the Shadows and Light | Interview
Living Colour recently released their sixth studio album ‘Shade’—their first long player in eight years—to widespread critical acclaim.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Kelis Brings a New Kind of Heat to the Table
“People are always going to talk mess,” Kelis reflects. “But step out there, and do what you need to do in order to better yourself and your family.”
Read moreINTERVIEW: Rhys Lewis Shares His Heart and Soul Through Song
Even the most cursory listen to the handful of stirring songs Lewis has unveiled to date reveals his steadfast commitment to refining his songcraft.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Still Dreaming Big, Dolly Parton Keeps Music at the Heart of It All
“I had this burning love for the music, this burning desire to get into the bigger world,” Parton says. “My desire to do it was always bigger than my fear.”
Read moreINTERVIEW: Jordan Rakei Embraces the Creative Perks of Being a Wallflower
The Brisbane-bred, London-based singer-songwriter-producer's recently released ‘Wallflower’ LP is unequivocally one of the year’s finest albums.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Mr. Lif & Akrobatik Revive The Perceptionists, Restore Our Faith in Hip-Hop
After a twelve-year hiatus between albums, Mr. Lif & Akrobatik have returned with The Perceptionists' second studio LP ‘Resolution,' in stores now.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Sabella Aligns Everything in Its Right Place as Her Career Takes Flight
“There are so many talented people in the world,” Sabella acknowledges. “I know I can't just wait for the stars to align. I'm not owed that.”
Read moreINTERVIEW: Lalah Hathaway Fulfills Her Musical Dreams Honestly and Passionately
“I don’t expect anyone to have faith in my dreams anymore,” Hathaway reflects. “My dreams are my dreams, and I just go for them now.”
Read moreINTERVIEW: Bright Light Bright Light Keeps the Power of Pop Music Alive
“I come from an era when pop music was immersive and exciting,” Thomas explains. “That's what I want to keep alive in music.”
Read moreINTERVIEW: Sananda Maitreya Raises Spirits and A Little Hell Along the Way
With sincerity, wit and a wry sense of humor in abundance, Maitreya reflects on his past, present and future as a musical innovator.
Read moreINTERVIEW: UK Soul Misfit Izzi Dunn Stands Out with a Sublime Sound All Her Own
The multi-talented Izzi Dunn delves deep into her varied career thus far, her reflections on soul music, and her latest album ‘Recycle Love.’
Read moreINTERVIEW & TRIBUTE: Mr. Lif Revisits the Making of His Debut Album ‘I Phantom’ (2002)
Mr. Lif sat down with Albumism’s Jesse Ducker to revisit the making of his debut LP, a bona fide hip-hop classic.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Lecrae Navigates the Dark, Seizes the Light
Lecrae is set to release his eighth studio album ‘All Things Work Together’ via Columbia Records on September 22nd.
Read moreVan Hunt Reexamines the State of His Art | Interview
Since his debut in 2004, Van Hunt has cut a swathe through the modern soul landscape fusing R&B, funk & rock to create a winning hybrid.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Tanya Morgan Keep It Moving, Whether You’re Listening or Not
For those unacquainted, the duo’s latest album ‘YGWY$4’ is a good entry point. Just make sure you also dig way deeper into their discography.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Elliot Root's Scott Krueger Cuts Through the Fray with Compelling Songcraft
Elliot Root’s debut album ‘Conjure’ arrives in stores August 25th via E.R. Recordings/Thirty Tigers.
Read moreINTERVIEW: With Sincerity & Synergy in Abundance, St. Beauty Take Center Stage
St. Beauty refer to their sound as “confetti,” an apropos description considering their songs’ mélange of soul, funk, R&B, industrial pop & folk.
Read more