Tag Archives: R&B

Back to Black by Amy Winehouse

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Shows N' Tunes

Back to Black by Amy Winehouse (2006) Amy Winehouse’s Grammy award-winning album is great to listen to. Her persona doesn’t match her voice; she sounds like ‘60s Motown. The different style has a lot to do with the production. She … Continue reading →

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Two Men with the Blues by Willie Nelson and Wyntan Marsalis

Posted on October 21, 2008 by Shows N' Tunes

Two Men with the Blues by Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis (2008) Two Men with the Blues is truly something special. Recorded on January 12 and 13, 2007, at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis, two of … Continue reading →

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Ultimate Grammy Collection—Classic R&B

Posted on September 19, 2008 by Shows N' Tunes

Ultimate Grammy Collection—Classic R&B (2008) The Grammys are supposed to showcase the notable songs for the year. The nominees generally do represent the best of the best. If you crave hearing Aretha do “Respect,” Sam & Dave sing “Soul Man,” … Continue reading →

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Trav’lin’ Light by Queen Latifah

Posted on March 7, 2008 by Shows N' Tunes

Trav’lin’ Light by Queen Latifah (2007) Queen Latifah originally was known as a rapper, but I am pleased to say she has come a long way from rapping lyrics. In 2004, she recorded a collection of pop standards on the … Continue reading →

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