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Special by Lizzo | Album Review

Lizzo’s second major label record proves she more than just a one hit wonder.

Apr 24, 2023

Apr 24, 2023

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Piece of Me by Lady Wray | Album Review

Lady Wray’s sophomore album seeks to give a peace of mind in a post COVID-19 world.

May 15, 2023

May 15, 2023

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La Dona by Teena Marie | Album Review

Teena Marie’s return to music after 10 years mixes hip-hop and modern R&B with her trademark soulful stylings.

Feb 20, 2023

Feb 20, 2023

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Renaissance by Beyonce | Album Review

Beyonce is back with her love letter to dance music, the ballroom scene, and LGBTQ+ culture.

Jan 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023

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The Moon and Stars: Prescription for Dreamers by Valerie June

Valerie June’s third album brings a soulful spirit to her trademark rootsy sound.

Jan 13, 2023

The Moon and Stars: Prescription for Dreamers by Valerie June

Jan 13, 2023

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Forever, Ya Girl by KeiyaA | Album Review

KeiyaA’s debut album is as smooth as satin and deep as the ocean.

Dec 17, 2022

Forever, Ya Girl by KeiyaA | Album Review

Dec 17, 2022

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Forecasting for Rain | Meshell Ndegeocello’s 2011 Release Is an Emotionally Evocative and Gently…

Meshell Ndegeocello’s work is stretched through various genres (funk, R&B, soul, jazz, and rap). Ndegeocello’s expert bass work was…

Dec 11, 2022

Forecasting for Rain | Meshell Ndegeocello’s 2011 Release Is an Emotionally Evocative and Gently…

Dec 11, 2022

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Heaux Tales by Jazmine Sullivan | Album Review

Jazmine Sullivan’s 2021 album expertly takes the power back in Heaux Tales.

Dec 7, 2022

Heaux Tales by Jazmine Sullivan | Album Review

Dec 7, 2022