October London presents “The Rebirth of Marvin” Tour

October London is an old-soul singer and songwriter whose smooth, heartfelt vocals recall R&B giants of the past like  and especially . London, a native of South Bend, Indiana, arrived in July 2016 with a featured role on "Revolution," the triumphant finale of 's Coolaid. Later that month, London made his proper solo debut with "Black Man in America," a bluesy retro-soul single filled with anguish, through veteran producer 's Cadillac Music label. The song's parent release, an EP titled Color Blind: Love, arrived three months later and featured a duet with . "KDB (Kisses Down Below)," a contemporary club track recorded with BCANIC, was out by year's end. London's output through only the first half of 2017 included second EP Color Blind: Hate & Happiness, an appearance on 's Neva Left, and the understated full-length Not Your Average Album. ~ Andy Kellman, Rovi

Detroit, the illustrious city known for its legendary Motown heritage and thriving music scene, continues to pulsate with the infectious energy of contemporary music that transcends time. Prepare to be enthralled as J. Brown steps into the limelight, emerging as a torchbearer of timeless musical values, eager to join the ranks of the illustrious names that have captivated The Motor City.

With the highly anticipated release of his inaugural album, "Chapter & Verse," in 2022, J. Brown demonstrated the full extent of his artistry. The album featured the mesmerizing hit single "Don't Rush," a collaboration with multi-platinum artist Tank, which soared to an impressive #7 position on the R&B Billboard chart. This infectious track, alongside the Radio sensation "Baby I Can," continues to captivate listeners, leaving an indelible mark on their hearts and minds.

While creating "The Art Of Making Love," J. Brown embarked on a collaborative journey with revered talents such as Carvin Haggins, formally of DJ Jazzy Jeff’s company A Touch Of Jazz, a two-time Grammy Award winner, and his exceptional writing team, The Ring, and Grammy Award-winning producer Camper. Together, they meticulously crafted an album that promises to captivate global audiences. The very title of the album embodies J. Brown's profound belief that making love transcends mere physicality, emphasizing the significance of connecting with a person's mind, cherishing the bond with one's spouse or significant other, and celebrating love in its myriad forms throughout every waking moment. Each song on this extraordinary album has been masterfully composed to reflect this deeply resonant sentiment, ensuring a soul- stirring experience for every listener fortunate enough to partake in its melodic embrace. J. Brown's musical intentions are clear—he aims to bring back the feel-good music that resonates with those seeking love and connection. He aspires to reignite the flames of lasting relationships, reviving long-term love through his music. In an era where superficiality often prevails, J. Brown strives to provide music with a moral foundation, leaving a lasting impact that transcends fleeting trends. His goal is for every race of people to recognize his music as not only good but enduring, rekindling the spirit of true love and meaningful connections and bringing back a long-forgotten time when all genres of music were played on any station as long as it was great music. Listeners will soon witness the realization of his mission. J. Brown aims to entertain a devoted following with songs that stand the test of time.

The Shindellas have an acute understanding that Black women singing together to form one sound has historically shaped the foundation of pop music. It bleeds onto each verse that they sing and each harmony they create. The depths of their melodies contain the gospel-inspired vocal tradition of En Vogue and the thundering, genre-bending flair of The Pointer Sisters. They make songs that combine all of the elements that made Black girl groups ubiquitous in the 1960’s and bonafide superstars in the 1990’s while crafting a fresh sound that’s firmly planted in soul music’s past, present and future.

The Nashville based trio, composed of Tamara Chauniece, Stacy Johnson and Kasi Jones, officially formed in 2017. Their debut album “Hits That Stick Like Grits” arrived in 2021, showcasing a glorious introduction to a group that can seamlessly weave the spiritual and the soulful as if it’s one sound. But with their forthcoming sophomore album “Shindo,” the group is ready for a fresh start.

“We’ve come to a whole new level in our friendship, in our musicianship, and (now) let us share the ‘Shindo,’” Kasi said about the new LP. “Shindo,” out Oct. 20, is a potent reflection of the group’s new chapter—-one that starts and ends with love. Across 9 tracks, The Shindellas are able to further showcase the depths of their unique voices while proving that they’re not only students of the rich lineage of Black girl groups but they’re a worthy act to lead a resurgence of those groups amid a current drought. “Shindo” feels and sounds like The Shindellas in full bloom. While “Hits That Stick Like Grits” featured a group trying to grapple with the uncertainty of the social unrest and public health crisis that dominated 2020, “Shindo” finds the group on the other side of the journey—-soaking in all of the bliss that comes their way. The album opens with “Up 2 You,” a song with a tempo so bouncy that it makes you want to get lost in the rhythm and fall in love as quickly as they sing about it. “Think of Me” has a traditional R&B sound that highlights the group’s crisp vocal arrangements at their best.

When hitmakers Chuck Harmony and Claude Kelly developed the Shindellas and signed them to their label Weirdo Workshop, they wanted to create a sophisticated girl group with a “New American Soul” sound that couldn’t be defined by industry standards. “Shindo” firmly encapsulates that goal. It blends Tamara’s gospel background, Stacy’s previous career of singing commercial jingles and Kasi’s love for musical theater to create a standard that sounds like an oral history of Black music that you never want to stop reading.

“Last Night Was Good for My Soul,” the album’s lead single, centers the essence of that joy. For nearly 5 minutes, The Shindellas take listeners on a groovy escapade to pure bliss that feels as breezy as a sunny afternoon on the beach. The disco-infused track marked the group’s first Billboard chart entry, reaching the top 15 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The Shindellas are eager to share their growth with fans and new listeners alike. With “Shindo,” the group is ready to feel the love again. And everyone’s invited to feel it, too.