Forrest McDonald, a seasoned singer-songwriter, unveils Songs from My Soul, a heartfelt collection of authentic storytelling rooted in the experiences of everyday life. With a shift from the "Forrest McDonald Band" to a solo focus, this album dives deep into themes of love, hope, hard times, and faith. Blending his blues and blues-rock foundations with influences from Americana and folk, Forrest crafts songs that resonate emotionally, forging a powerful connection with listeners. Songs from My Soul is more than music—it’s a shared journey through the human condition. 

Vocalist Leon Beal and The Luca Giordano Band have the release 'Live At Porretta Soul Festival', recorded in 2019, in the stores. In addition to Luca on guitar, the tight rhythm section consisted of bassist Walter Cerasani, Abramo Riti (Hammond, piano), Lorenzo Poliandri (drums) and the horn section with special guest Sax Gordon and Martino Boni Beadle on tenor saxophone and trumpet player Alessandro Di Bonaventura.
'Are you ready' throws the master of ceremony to an elated crowd. Beal immediately sets the Porretta Soul Festival ablaze. With his colossal and immense voice timbre, Deadric Malone's "Don't Cry No More" is the first step of what was to be a wonderful show. Luca sparkles with exciting guitar riffs and Leon is honored to be able to perform in Porretta. We get also a lump in our throat at that expressively masterful version of 'A Change Is Gonna Come' (Sam Cooke). The closing and original 'Still Here' is Beal's testimony and is about his fifteen-year drug addiction. With a preacher's or griot's charisma, Leon keeps everyone on their toes.     This live registration is really goosebumps from start to finish…!

The album radiates energy and creativity, and the band knows like no other how to combine their musical influences into a contemporary sound. With its mix of exciting energy, some depth and diversity, this album is a must for anyone who loves modern blues rock, funk and some soul. The band King Of The World is not just Nederblues... this is so much more!

Little Village is thrilled to announce the brand new recording from the blue eyed soul & blues singer supreme, BILLY PRICE!  This Blues Music Award winning veteran singer/songwriter/bandleader and all around great guy has released 20 albums over his illustrious career, and as you’ll hear, you’ll agree with us that this is his best yet! Take a look at this all-star band that brought these 13 amazing original Billy Price songs to life, all, produced by our friend, Grammy (and BMA) award producer/drummer Tony Braunagel

The release ‘Blue Eyed Soul’ is nominated for ‘Album Of The Year’ – R&B/Soul/Blues from the Josie Awards. This is one of the coolest soul/blues albums of 2024... Check it out!, you won't come home disappointed!

The It’s a sound that combines classic soul melodies and funky R&B grooves with raw blues power. Sugaray Rayford is pleased to announce the June 14th release of Human Decency via Forty Below Records. The title track is a simple reminder that our similarities are more substantial than our differences, and in the end, there is no black or white or left or right; there are only hearts and minds.

​“SoulFunkn’BLUES’ is an eleven-track tribute to all the trailblazers and all the ancestors and forgotten tribes who taught the Blackburn Brothers the importance of history, blues, soul, groove, rhythm, and life.” writes Shakura S’Aida in the album’s liner notes. Blackburn Brothers received the Maple Blues Award for Best New Band in 2010, and a Juno nomination for Blues Album Of The Year in 2016, with numerous award nominations and accolades following. The Blackburn Brothers – Duane (lead vocals, organ, piano, vocorder), Brooke (guitar, bass, background vocals), Cory (drums percussion, background vocals), Robert (guitar, background vocals), and cousin Nathan (bass guitar) – evoke comparison with the great funky, bluesy soul groups of the past, adding their signature touches that make them totally unique.

​Radiating The Soulful & Energetic Appeal of the Blues  Lady Adrena Creates Pure Magic with EP ‘Recipe for The Blues’. Her stunning new EP is a depiction of all the learning, techniques and style learned over the years which she has acquired. As an adult, life’s priorities started to change and her everyday struggles began to take precedence over the music, but in her heart, Adrena knew her musical calling. Unknown to Adrena, life was providing her with the right kind of tools, skills, and the lyrics and stories to craft her future songs. Stream Lady Adrena’s spellbinding new EP, ‘Recipe for the Blues’ and delve into her world of riffs and melodic tunes.

​Philadelphia’s blues-soul singer and songwriter Deb Callahan releases her 6th CD “Backbone” on Blue Pearl Records. The CD, produced by Philadelphia producer, songwriter and guitarist Chris Arms was recorded live at Morningstar Studios in Norristown, PA with overdubs and mixing completed at Arms’ Studio 501 in Philadelphia. Deb recorded this album with her road tested, all- star band of Allen James on guitar, Garry Lee on bass and Tom Walling on drums. The CD features London’s producer and songwriter Danny Schogger on keyboards and Arms on slide guitar. There are guest appearances by Philly’s Jay Davidson on sax, John Colgan Davis on harmonica and Charlene Holloway on backing vocals. The core bands years of playing together creates a unique chemistry and an ability to play with an easy, nuanced improvisation. Highly recommended! 

​Sugaray Rayford returns with the release ‘In Too Deep’. Combining classic soul melodies with funky R&B grooves, raw blues power and mashed up with modern sensibilities, the album takes on issues, such as PTSD, civil rights and social justice. With vibrantly detailed arrangements tailored to showcase Rayford’s deft portrayals and interpretations, ‘In Too Deep’ is a poignant album that seeks to inspire and uplift. With a musical star cast he went into the studio, the result: ten unsurpassed funky, soul and blues songs. ‘In Too Deep’ is a highly recommended release..!
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​Willie Jackson has a powerful Baptist preacher voice and his original sound is carved in the South Georgia tradition, a mixture of soul and rousing blues. The album contains twelve original songs and features guest appearances by Mary Davis of the SOS Band and Jimmy Williams of the band Brick. Blues, a lot of soul and swing are the main ingredients. He had a masterpiece on the shelves with the EP 'Chosen By The Blues'. Now he comes into the spotlight with the release 'All In The Blues'. Highly recommended release..!

​Now there is the long-awaited "Are You Ready? The Mississippi Sessions ". The duo went into the studio with a whole series of guest artists. The result, twenty songs that depict the trials of life, love and hard life lessons. Danny Brooks has that voice timbre with a low, raw, almost growl voice. Rock songs like "Are You Ready" are colored with those supreme vocals, heavy guitar riffs and a Memphis soul horn section. 

​The release 'Legacy' is an album with a mixture of soul, blues and funk. It's a pleasant album and a wonderful modern tribute to her daddy Sam 'Bluzman' Taylor. A blues guy that we saw performing live years ago...

​Again, what a hell of an album released by the KokoMojo label. Exciting rhythm & blues, blues and soul in 30 tracks, including a large number of world-famous songs. Moreover, all amazingly well remastered, giving you a sublime sound quality.
Although this' Rockin 'Soul Party' never mentions that it is volume 1, I can't get rid of the opinion, and I secretly hope that the label will not leave it at this first album.

​Frank Bey is a powerful and soulful blues singer, with a voice that is loaded with emotion. But who is able to subtly adapt to so many different sub genres of blues music. Following on from his award-winning album 'Back In Business' from 2018, Frank Bey has another handsome follow-up in store shelves with his sixth album "All My Dues Are Paid". The thirteen songs were written with Nola Blue Records label mate Kathy Murray, producer / guitarist Kid Andersen and co-producer Rick Estrin. The release was recorded at the famous Greaseland Studios in San Jose, California, where Bey was accompanied by some top musicians.

​The release ‘Outskirts Of Love’ marks a milestone in Sue Decker’’s capacity for crafting soundscapes, that tell each song’s unique story. From solo country blues to evocative ballads to full band soul arrangements, Outskirts features contributions from Bill Johnson, Damian Graham, Paul Black, Adam Dobres, and Kelly Fawcett.

​On September 20th, Gulf Coast Records will release Soul Doctor, the new studio album from saxophonist/singer-songwriter Jimmy Carpenter. Jimmy was excited to be invited to record on Gulf Coast Records, founded by his long-time friend and frequent collaborator, Mike Zito, and new friend Guy Hale. Soul Doctor is Jimmy Carpenter’s fourth solo project and was recorded in Las Vegas at Nonebody Studio 1

​Award-winning Canadian soul-bluesman Matt Andersen announces the forthcoming release of ‘Halfway Home by Morning’. Sweat-soaked soul meets incendiary rhythm and blues, with full doses of heartsick folk and Americana grit mixed in for good measure. Highly recommended…!

With a very cozy combination of soul, blues and even some jazz Phil Bee's Freedom entices us from the first song to the final piece of 'Piece Of Mind'. What a story..!

​With 'Coming Home', The Rob Ryan Roadshow delivers an album for everyone's musical taste. Rootsrock, rhythm & blues, soulful blues and a bit of outlaw country bring this album to taste. Moreover, Rob Ryan also profiles himself as a true professional in songwriting.