Nneka’s new video premiering on RollingStone.com: Nigerian neo-soul singer Nneka’s video for “Shining Star,” from her 2012 album Soul Is Heavy, takes her on a simultaneously tranquil and exuberant excursion through the forests of La Gomera, one of Spain’s Canary Islands. There is an undeniable spiritual essence to the video, as Nneka emerges from the [...]
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Bilal – “Think It Over” (Acoustic Studio Recording)
Posted: January 24, 2012 by treylord in Bilal, Neo-Soul, VideoLast summer while on a stop on his Little Ones tour, Bilal and his band of brothers visited the Tom Joyner Morning Show Red Velvet Studio and recorded live acoustic versions of four of his favorite joints off Airtight’s Revenge (below). Now he’s putting out studio recorded versions of the acoustic tracks. These rare one-take [...]
RCDC ft. Musiq Soulchild & Chrisette Michelle – “Ah Yeah”
Posted: January 22, 2012 by treylord in Chrisette Michele, Musiq Soulchild, Neo-Soul, Robert Glasper Experiment, VideoThe countdown to the release of Black Radio has begun with tracks featuring the Robert Glasper Experiment in collaboration with KING, Erykah Badu, Musiq Soulchild, and Chrisette Michelle having been released thus far. Unfortunately, you’ll have to wait until February for the full release is the constant stream of not only music, but artwork coming out of their [...]
Jack Freeman – Lynnie’s Juke Joint (Album) & Slow Dance (Acoustic Video)
Posted: December 13, 2011 by treylord in Downloads, Jack Freeman, Mixtape, Neo-Soul, The Niceguys, VideoCheck out the visuals and new album from former collaborator of The Niceguys, Jack Freeman. While on set for his upcoming visual off Lynnie’s Juke Joint, Jack decides to up and perform it with Leelonn backing him up and Frank Liu on the guitar.
I’m anxiously waiting for the new Soul is Heavy LP (due in September) from Nneka, my favorite Afro-German soul troubador. But this super-heavy acoustic version of “Do You Love Me,” recorded at Ohalala Bar in Paris will have to tide me over…
Willie Evans Jr – Billy Lotion [Mixtape]
Posted: June 18, 2011 by treylord in Downloads, Hip Hop, Mixtape, Neo-Soul, Willie Evans Jr.Willie Evans Jr. has done dropped this conceptual Billy Lotion mixtape of Aloe Blacc refixes. It appears to be everything that was promised and then some, truly an effective showcase of dude’s creativity, though how this will translate into the more conventional forms of music that will presumably be on his Introducin’ LP (dropping July 19th) remains to be seen. Download [...]
When I think of Nigerian music, my mind usually goes to one of two places – afrobeat or Nigerian hip-hop, but Bez his relatively stripped down sound are an enigma. Bez refers to his musical style as “Alternative Soul” and it’s easy to see why. He gives equal billing to his guitar playing and singing, allowing the [...]
Raphael Saadiq got everyone up and out of their seats with his recently released first single, “Radio.” This time around, Saadiq slows down the tempo for his second Stone Rollin‘ single, “Good Man.” With his latest track, the soul crooner crafts an anthem for all the men out there doing what’s right, even if it doesn’t have [...]
Born in Paris to Nigerian parents and raised in Lagos since the age of 2, Asa (pronounced Asha) got her love for singing and developed her writing style while internalizing the sounds of Marvin Gaye, Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, and Sunny Ade. Her debut album Asa [Asha] carried an acoustic neo-soul vibe, which was great but a bit predictable. On Beautiful Imperfection, Asa breaks out of her shell while developing a [...]
Daily Throwback: Anthony Hamilton – “Can’t Let Go”
Posted: January 5, 2011 by treylord in Anthony Hamilton, Daily Throwback, Neo-Soul, VideoFeeling this right now…
The Michael Sterling Eaton directed visual is the first video off of Bilal’s recently released album, Airtight’s Revenge. “Eaton’s muted color palate and stark imagery paired with Bilal’s vibrant vocals, make for audio and visual magic. Come along for the journey…see Bilal’s world, and get read to restart….” Airtight’s Revenge is in stores now.
Aloe Blacc covers The Velvet Underground’s “Femme Fatale” from the album Good Things, available now.
Bilal’s Airtight’s Revenge, his first album in four years, finally drops today. I’ve heard a good amount of it, and it’s worth the wait. Ms. Badu agrees. To listen to the album for free, CLICK HERE. Here is an acoustic set of one of my favorite tracks, Think it over.
More from the Naija. Nigerian born artist, Siji, recently released his latest video, “Morenike.” “The name ‘Morenike’, in Yoruba means ‘I have found one to cherish’ and is usually bestowed upon a much sought after female child… In a traditional Yoruba naming ceremony, a number of choice ingredients, among them; Salt, Honey, Peppercorns, Water and Kola [...]
More from the Naija. Nigerian born artist, Siji, recently released his latest video, “Morenike.” “The name ‘Morenike’, in Yoruba means ‘I have found one to cherish’ and is usually bestowed upon a much sought after female child… In a traditional Yoruba naming ceremony, a number of choice ingredients, among them; Salt, Honey, Peppercorns, Water and Kola [...]
Eric Roberson "Still"
Posted: July 12, 2010 by treylord in Eric Roberson, Neo-Soul, Soul, Uncategorized, VideoSoul singer Eric Roberson just released his brand new video “Still.” The song appeared on his last release, Music Fan First. Video directed by Chris & Blaq.
Eric Roberson “Still”
Posted: July 12, 2010 by treylord in Eric Roberson, Neo-Soul, Soul, Uncategorized, VideoSoul singer Eric Roberson just released his brand new video “Still.” The song appeared on his last release, Music Fan First. Video directed by Chris & Blaq.
Daily Throwback: Nneka “Heartbeat” and “The Uncomfortable Truth”
Posted: May 12, 2010 by treylord in Daily Throwback, Downloads, Neo-Soul, Nneka, Uncategorized, VideoHere are two classic tracks from the Nigerian songstress Nneka. Looking forward to seeing her on June 5th at the Roots Picnic. If you don’t know her, get some knowledge. J.Period remix of “Heartbeat” with Talib Kweli. Nneka – Heartbeat (J.Period Remix) f. Talib Kweli by iiirdworld Nneka – The Uncomfortable Truth by iiirdworld
Daily Throwback: Nneka "Heartbeat" and "The Uncomfortable Truth"
Posted: May 12, 2010 by treylord in Daily Throwback, Downloads, Neo-Soul, Nneka, Uncategorized, VideoHere are two classic tracks from the Nigerian songstress Nneka. Looking forward to seeing her on June 5th at the Roots Picnic. If you don’t know her, get some knowledge. J.Period remix of “Heartbeat” with Talib Kweli. Nneka – Heartbeat (J.Period Remix) f. Talib Kweli by iiirdworld Nneka – The Uncomfortable Truth by iiirdworld
Goapele – Different Featuring Mos Def (unreleased)
Posted: May 10, 2010 by treylord in download, Goapele, Hip Hop, Mos Def, Neo-Soul, UncategorizedTags: Hip Hop
Here is an unreleased jawn from my girl, Goapele. This is an unreleased remix of her song, “Different,” featuring Mos Def. The song appeared on her last album, Change It All, but the album version featured Clyde Carson. The Bay Area singer’s upcoming album, Milk & Honey, is said to feature production from Bedrock, Kanye [...]
