The Progressive Underground Pick of the Week: ‘Good For Me’ by Tamisha Waden

This week, we shine the spotlight on the immensely talented Tamisha Waden, a North Carolina-based jazz and soul vocalist whose voice is as rich and compelling as the stories she tells through song.

A pivotal member of the Grammy-winning music collective The Foreign Exchange, Waden’s artistry seamlessly merges soul, funk and jazz into a soundscape that feels both classic and forward-thinking.

Waden’s honey-toned alto has made her a sought-after presence — whether in the studio or on the stage — sharing her gifts alongside legends like Mavis Staples, Roy Ayers, Marion Meadows and Bob Baldwin. Her ability to evoke the golden era of late ’70s to early ’80s R&B while infusing it with contemporary elegance makes her a standout in today’s music scene.

Her track “Good For Me” is a gem from The Foreign Exchange compilation album “Hide & Seek.” From the opening notes, this song envelops you in nostalgia, as live instrumentation dances effortlessly with Waden’s lush vocal harmonies. It’s a track that harkens back to a time when R&B reigned supreme —grounded in sincerity and uplifted by craftsmanship. The groove is undeniable, the emotion palpable, and the overall vibe? Pure magic.

So, here it is — Tamisha Waden with “Good For Me,” and it’s my Pick of the Week.