I was born in Detroit, but spent my formative years in an exurb named Hamtramck. My musical journey has largely resided behind the scenes as a songwriter on a myriad of projects, getting my first cuts at Motown Records. Prior to the release of the ‘Love City’ album, I had been offered a songwriters contract … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show – An Exclusive Interview with Ron Matlock from 2007 →

Caviar Feat: Ronnie Canada “He Don’t Really Love You” (Jasmone Music)Leon “You Man” (Vaziva Music)The Modern Jazz & Folk Ensemble feat. Rosie Frater-TaylorSolid Air (Acid Jazz) Erica Falls “Up” (Izipho Soul Records) 7’ Jimmy D. Scott “Open The Door”(Westbound)Shades Of Brown “Black Woman” (Albina Music Trust) 12’Gregg A. Smith “Lover’s Hangover” (Ulrtax)Michon Young “The Familiar” (MY)Dee … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show 03/05/24 →

Playlist 19/04/24Sarah Vaughan “The Mystery Of Man” (Five Records) LPDonald Byrd “Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child” (Verve) LPHot Ice “I’ve Got To Know” (S&M Productions) 7’Michon Young “You Are Me” (Promo)Lynn Davis “Beautiful You” (Izipho Soul Records) 7’ Lynn Davis “Can I Come Over” (Izipho Soul Records) 7’Thee Illusions “Fairytale” (Black Bird Records) … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show 19/04/24 →

“We Thought We Were Just Making Music. We Didn’t Know We Were Making History”

Abacothozi  “Khwezela Mkhwezell” (JazzRoom Records Promo) LPTracey Whitney “I’m Gonna Love You Just a Little More Baby”(BabyDoll Entertainment) LPCharles Mann “Do It Again” (Kent Records)Jannie Johnson “I Spy” (BeYourself Recording)Michelle David & The True Tones “Brothers And Sisters” (Records Kicks) 7’Patrick Harris “Missin’ Your Love” (Lyn-Rome) The Staples “Take This Love Of Mine” (Soul4Real Records) … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show 01/03/24 →

The Ellis Hall Group “Those Passing Words” (Ellis Hall Records) 7’Superior Movement “Sweet Dreams” (CIM) LPMichelle David & The True Tones “Brothers And Sisters” (Records Kicks)Jesse James “Don’t Forget I Love You” (North Broad St) 7’Michon Young “Bounce Back”Sey Musiq “Requited Love”Sy Smith “Why Do You Keep Calling Me”Ariel “When I Close My Eyes” (Jazzroom … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show 09/02/24 →

Special Guests:Bella BrownCandi StatonWilliam BellMikelyn RodrickLakecia BenjaminBlack Girl SingerBreeanna MareeErica FallsRhonda ThomasBethTMFVance Taylor, Bear Willams, Jubu,Daniel Weatherspoon, Calvin Napper,Roame, Chris Walker. Anthony White “Stop & Think It Over” (PIR) LPTeddy Pendergrass “More I Get, The More I Want” (PIR) LPClinton Jordan Feat: Selene C. Jordan”Silent Night” (Jfly Publishing)Amos Milburn And His Aladdin Chickenshackers “One Scotch, One … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show 22/12/23 →

The Lost Generation “Your Mission(If You Decide To Accept It)” Part 1&2 (Innovation II) 7’George Jackson “If I Could Open Up Your Heart” (1Time)Andy Crown “Why Do I Love You’ – Red Greg Edit (Magic Touch) 7’Julian Jonah Feat: Sugar Rainbow“If You Wanna Know (What’s Missing)” (Izipho Soul Records) 7’ NewBirth “You Know You Want Me” (Stonehurst … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show 01/12/23 →

War “All Day Music” (United Aritists Records) LPThe Natural Soul Brothers Ltd “Cement, Plaster & Gold” (Soul Direction Records) 7’Alvarez ‘I Can’t Make It’ (Izipho Soul Records) 7’Output/Input Feat: Antonio McLendon “Time Of Our Lives”Bella Brown & The Jealous Lovers “Soul Clap” (Promo)Julian Jonah Feat: Dutch Robinson “If You Wanna Know (What’s Missing)” (Izipho Soul Records) … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show 10/11/23 →

Michael Kiwanuka ‘Tell Me A Tell’ (Polydor) LP(Live from the Birmingham Symphony Hall)Shenita Hunt ‘Dance ’til We Fall in Love Again’ (Live)Al Kent ‘The Best Is Yet To Come’ (M.D.D. Gold) 12’Spencer Wiggins ‘I’m At The Breaking Point’ (Hit & Run Records) 7’Judy Freeman & Blackrock “I Know Where You’re Coming From’ (The Preservation Project) 7’Alvarez … Continue reading Soul Discovery Show 13/10/23 →