So the question that is open for discussion relates to this article from The New York Times published September 5th.

What we’ve been discussing here at the GFM offices is why is there not an R&B/Soul equivalent to an Iron Maiden? Sure, there are R&B/Soul groups who have toured for decades off the legacy they created in decades past, but what about the group that is supported for not only their legacy but for their new material as well? Does a group like that exist in the R&B/Soul world? (more…)

Time really does fly when you are having fun… I wanted to mark today by re-posting my very first GFM posting from one year ago today as well as provide some links to a few of my favorite rants and reviews. (more…)

I know some of my elders keep telling me that it is a sign of growing up or getting older but… these libraries keep closing and I really hope that we understand the impact and the void that is being created. (more…)

Rosalind “Mallia” Franklin vocalist with the P-Funk collective and original member of Parlet, passed away this past weekend at the age of 57. (more…)

Not too much to say after that title. There are so many layers happening here musically it’s not even funny. Perhaps one day we will delve into a thorough analysis, but for now I think what’s most important is the listening. This is Grown Folks Music.
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