The Progressive Underground: The mystique and mastery of D’Angelo’s ‘Voodoo’

This week on Liner Notes, we’re journeying into the soulful, seductive and spellbinding world of D’Angelo’s magnum opus, Voodoo.Released on...

The Progressive Underground Pick of the Week: ‘Listen’ by Brainstory

What up doe, Detroit? This week, we’re diving into the mesmerizing sounds of Brainstory, an indie band from Rialto, California,...

The Progressive Underground: Erykah Badu’s ‘Mama’s Gun’ is a soulful shot heard around the world

In the latest edition of Liner Notes, we dive into “Mama’s Gun,” the 2000 release from the high priestess of...

Liner Notes: Candace Nicole’s debut album gives listeners something they can feel 

Welcome to Liner Notes, where we dig into the stories and offer commentary behind the albums that resonate beyond the...

The Progressive Underground: Sy Smith’s ‘Until We Meet Again’ is a sonic memoir of love, life and legacy

Welcome to Liner Notes, where we dive deep into the stories, sounds, and moments that define the albums we love....