Real Music

In 1977, the world was crazy, just like today. The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Act came to life. Elvis Presley died. 'Star Wars' became a big hit at the box office. In a South Africa governed by a racist regime, the anti-Apartheid activist Stephen Biko was murdered in police custody. And a milestone album was released.

All over the world, people go for the 'Made in Germany' label when they purchase new Audis, tanks and other weapons, ice cream, bread, washing powder, cuckoo…

One of the most brilliant and recognizable Jazz and Pop vocalists of all time, Al Jarreau, would have turned 80 on March 12th, 2020, had he not died three years…

The legendary British Jazz-Funk act Shakatak is being accused of planning to spread Jazz-Funk in Germany. They are reoffenders.

Hardly any other artist has delivered seventies style Soul tunes as smooth and brilliant as he has. Leon Ware, the great composer and vocalist, would have…

Forty years ago, some of the most breathtaking Soul tunes were recorded. Stunning voices met breathtaking compositions and arrangements in songs so beautiful…

Some forty years ago, between 1975 and 1982, the best examples of Adult-Oriented Rock tunes were recorded. Now AOR quality tunes are back, thanks to a few players.

Forty years ago, especially in 1979 and 1980, some of the most breathtaking Soul tunes were recorded. Those included an aspect that does not seem to count much…

In the history of Soul, Funk and Jazz, 1979 was a crucial year during which many acts of these genres came up with breathtaking compositions and arrangements.…

Arturo Sandoval is the measure of all things having to do with the trumpet. His biography is quite a story too. 'Turi' is about to turn 70.