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Johnny Shuggie Otis, born 30th November, 1953 in Los Angeles, California. The son of a famous band leader Johnny Otis, guitarist supremo, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter, producer, signed to Epic records and released his debut solo album 'Here Comes Shuggie' in 1970, just 18 years old. Shuggie produced 2 more solo albums for Epic with 'Freedom Flight' 1971 which notably included the massively influential and much adored 'Strawberry Letter 23' single, and stellar album 'Inspiration Information' released 1975.

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Maria Chiara Argirò Releases 'Forest City' Remixes By Byron the Aquarius, Salami Rose Photo Maria Chiara Argirò Releases 'Forest City' Remixes By Byron the Aquarius, Salami Rose Joe Louis, Terracassette
by Michael Major - January 18, 2023

Maria Chiara Argirò broke onto the electronic scene last year with her breathtaking, jazz infused album Forest City which earned high acclaim from Pitchfork, BBC, The Fader and garnered comparisons to the likes of Thom Yorke and Kelly Lee Owens.  On Forest City, Argirò liberated herself from the str...

Neal Francis Shares New Song From Upcoming EP Photo Neal Francis Shares New Song From Upcoming EP
by Michael Major - October 13, 2022

Acclaimed singer-songwriter-pianist Neal Francis has shared his emotionally charged and soulful new single, “Don’t Want You To Know,” available now at all DSPs and streaming services. Produced in Los Angeles by longtime collaborator Sergio Rios, the emotionally charged track heralds the Chicago-base...

Neal Francis Announces EP & Shares Two New Songs Photo Neal Francis Announces EP & Shares Two New Songs
by Michael Major - September 13, 2022

Neal Francis has shared “Very Fine, Pts. 1 & 2,” available at all DSPs and streaming services. Produced in Los Angeles by longtime collaborator Sergio Rios, the horn-blasted soul-powered double single that also features a cover of “Strawberry Letter 23” heralds the Chicago-based artist’s upcoming ne...

FRIENDSHIP Share New Single 'Chomp Chomp' Off Their Forthcoming LP 'Love The Stranger Photo FRIENDSHIP Share New Single 'Chomp Chomp' Off Their Forthcoming LP 'Love The Stranger'
by Michael Major - July 12, 2022

Philly-based Friendship will release their new album Love the Stranger via Merge Records. Listen to the final peak at the LP before release via new single “Chomp Chomp,” a song that holds the distinction of the only repeated refrain—“loving the stranger” —on the album. Pre-order the new album now!...

Friendship Share 'Alive Twice' Off Forthcoming New LP 'Love the Stranger' Photo Friendship Share 'Alive Twice' Off Forthcoming New LP 'Love the Stranger'
by Michael Major - June 13, 2022

Philly-based Friendship have released a new single, “Alive Twice.” The track is taken from their forthcoming new album Love the Stranger which is set for release via Merge Records. Like the LP, today’s single—which is both sparse and gorgeous—was co-produced by the band and Bradford Krieger....

Friendship Announce New Album 'Love The Stranger' Photo Friendship Announce New Album 'Love The Stranger'
by Michael Major - May 17, 2022

Philly-based Friendship recently announced their signing to Merge Records, and today they are excited to reveal that they will release their first album for the label. Titled Love the Stranger, the LP was co-produced by the band and Bradford Krieger. It will be available on CD, LP, and opaque “blue ...

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by Michael Major - March 22, 2022

The album was curated and produced by multiple GRAMMY-Award winner Chris Goldsmith. With it, Robert “Sully” Sullivan and his bluesy, nine-piece beast of a band take us on a journey through the ups, downs, and all-arounds of love by way of 10 classic ‘60s and ‘70s soul, blues, and R&B tunes....

Salami Rose Joe Louis Shares 'We're Dumb' Photo Salami Rose Joe Louis Shares 'We're Dumb'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 03, 2020

Ahead of her new remix LP, Chapters of Zdenka, an offshoot collection of music from her 2019 Brainfeeder debut Zdenka 2080, Salami Rose Joe Louis shares its next single “We’re Dumb,” which comes with a visualizer made by Strangeloop....

Salami Rose Joe Louis Announces Remix LP 'Chapters of Zdenka' Photo Salami Rose Joe Louis Announces Remix LP 'Chapters of Zdenka'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 24, 2020

Salami Rose Joe Louis announces Chapters of Zdenka – an offshoot collection of music from her 2019 Brainfeeder debut Zdenka 2080....

Josh Kelley Releases New Full-Length Album 'My Baby & The Band' Photo Josh Kelley Releases New Full-Length Album 'My Baby & The Band'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 13, 2020

If there is one piece of his life that singer-songwriter Josh Kelley is more than comfortable displaying, it’s how he feels about his family....

Thin Lear Releases 'A Simple Phrase' Photo Thin Lear Releases 'A Simple Phrase'
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 10, 2020

Queens-based indie folk-rock singer-songwriter Thin Lear shares the new track 'A Simple Phrase,' a sweeping orchestral ballad featuring a lush string arrangement, upright bass, and sparse piano....

Brainstory Releases New Single, Announces Debut Album BUCK Photo Brainstory Releases New Single, Announces Debut Album BUCK
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 26, 2019

Birthed out of the San Bernardino Valley, east of Los Angeles, Brainstory are Kevin, Tony and Eric, brothers bounded by blood, fate and a small town with nothing to do.  After releasing two EPs, on Chicano Batman's El Relleno Records, Brainstory has announced their debut album, Buck, will be arrivi...

Trojan Jamaica Announces Release of New Compilation RED, GOLD, GREEN & BLUE Photo Trojan Jamaica Announces Release of New Compilation RED, GOLD, GREEN & BLUE
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 01, 2019

Trojan Jamaica is proud to announce the release of the groundbreaking new compilation, RED, GOLD, GREEN & BLUE, available July 12, 2019 at all music retailers and streaming services....

Introducing New Reggae Label Trojan Jamaica, First Song Released Photo Introducing New Reggae Label Trojan Jamaica, First Song Released
by Tori Hartshorn - March 27, 2019

Zak Starkey and Sharna 'Sshh' Liguz, have announced the creation of a new reggae record label, Trojan Jamaica, and a groundbreaking compilation, RED, GOLD, GREEN & BLUE, the details of which will be revealed soon. Today's announcement is heralded by the release of Screamin' Jay Hawkins' 'I Put A Spe...

Brandon Coleman Releases Brainfeeder Debut RESISTANCE Photo Brandon Coleman Releases Brainfeeder Debut RESISTANCE
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 17, 2018

Brainfeeder is proud to release Resistance - a 2018 Funk odyssey by keyboard maestro, vocalist, composer, producer, arranger and astraltraveller Brandon Coleman. A regular fixture in the Kamasi Washington band, wylin' out on the keys or wielding his keytar, he is introduced onstage at gigs as “Profe...

Brandon Coleman Shares New Track ALL AROUND THE WORLD, Lifted From His Forthcoming Fu Photo Brandon Coleman Shares New Track ALL AROUND THE WORLD, Lifted From His Forthcoming Funk Odyssey RESISTANCE
by Tori Hartshorn - August 30, 2018

Brandon Coleman has unveiled a video for new track “All Around The World” lifted from his forthcoming funk odyssey Resistance, released September 14th via Brainfeeder. With his inimitable vocoded vocal front and centre, reclining on a sleek, instantly danceable uptempo jam, it is abundantly clear wh...

Brandon Coleman Announces New Album Out September 14 on Brainfeeder Photo Brandon Coleman Announces New Album Out September 14 on Brainfeeder
by Macon Prickett - July 19, 2018

Brainfeeder is proud to present Resistance - a 2018 Funk odyssey by keyboard maestro, vocalist, composer, producer, arranger and astral traveller Brandon Coleman. A regular fixture in the Kamasi Washington band, wylin' out on the keys or wielding his keytar, he is introduced onstage at gigs as “Prof...

Henry + The Invisibles Releases Summer Beat Tape 'Beatz The Heat' Photo Henry + The Invisibles Releases Summer Beat Tape 'Beatz The Heat'
by A.A. Cristi - June 22, 2018

Austin's very own 'One Man Funk Band' Henry + The Invisibles (Henry Roland) has independently released his entirely instrumental beat tape 'Beatz The Heat.' You can stream the tape on Spotify and Apple Music  as well as here. Inspired by Beat Scene producers like J Dilla and Madlib, 'Beatz the Heat'...

Music Legend Shuggie Otis Lets His Guitar Take Center Stage On A New Fusion Rock Albu Photo Music Legend Shuggie Otis Lets His Guitar Take Center Stage On A New Fusion Rock Album INTER-FUSION
by Macon Prickett - April 13, 2018

Though most known for his soulful songwriting and gentle croon as heard on blockbuster hits such as “Strawberry Letter 23” and “Inspiration Information,” Shuggie Otis has long been held as one of the most innovative and tasteful guitarists to ever pick up the 6-strings, the “heir to Hendrix” as he i...

Pretty Lights Releases New Single + New Year's Run Announced Photo Pretty Lights Releases New Single + New Year's Run Announced
by Caryn Robbins - October 20, 2017

Rainbows and Waterfalls finds Derek Vincent Smith aka Pretty Lights doing what he does best: blending the smooth sounds of old school funk and hip-hip with a next generation style that defies categorization. Shuggie Otis' 1971 classic Strawberry Letter 23 sets the foundation for the new track, w...












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