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Mr. Biggs Is Back!: Check Out Ronald Isley’s “Dinner & A Movie”
Six decades in the music industry, and the man still has it. Check out Ron Isley’s latest.
Blerd Radio 2013 Episode 6: Blerd Radio Goes to the Seventies
The Popblerd crew travels back to the Seventies on their latest podcast.
Blerd Appreciation: Deke Richards – Thank You, Thank You, Baby
The name Deke Richards may not strike you immediately if you’re not a Motown fanatic. But if you’ve got any love for the works of Michael Jackson and The Jackson 5 (and, of course, if you read this site, surely you must), the news of Richards’ passing is indeed a bittersweet note. Richards, born Dennis Lussier, was one-quarter of two of Motown’s most famous songwriting collectives in the post-Holland-Dozier-Holland era. First there was The Clan with Pam Sawyer, Frank Wilson and R. Dean Taylor; together, […]
John Legend Takes Us Back to “The Beginning” With New Single
John Legend is as smooth as ever. Check out his brand new single.
Popblerd’s Deep Cuts: “The Star of a Story”
There’s always that one song on an album that doesn’t get its just due. This column is devoted to those songs.
Who The Hell is…Topher Mohr?
Mayer Hawthorne’s homie stromie Topher Mohr has a similar retro-soul sound. Give this guy a shot!
Isley/Jasper/Isley’s “Look The Other Way”: Shoulda Been A Hit
When the Isley Brothers temporarily splintered in the ’80s, their three youngest members decided to rock out with a jam called “Look The Other Way.”
Spin Cycle: Miguel, Kaleidoscope Dream
R&B singer Miguel makes a huge impression with his sophomore effort, “Kaleidoscope Dream.”
Note for Note: A Guide To The Discography Of Bill Withers (Part One)
Our latest Note for Note (formerly Discography Fever) series takes a look at the discography of one of America’s most brilliant musicians, Bill Withers.
The Singles Bar: Jojo, “We Get By”
Former teen singer/actress Jojo has a new mixtape coming out called “Agape.” “We Get By” offers a taste of the new music.
The Singles Bar: Charlie Wilson, “My Love is All I Have”
Uncle Charlie’s back! Check out his new single, “My Love Is All I Have.”