Raphael Saadiq Wows in Seattle Tour Opener
The west coast soul innovator covers Sly Stone and more in a knockout live debut.
By Jonathan Zwickel 11.17.09 10:29 AM
One city, four concerts, nine months: Most performers would wear out their welcome, but Raphael Saadiq is not most performers -- and Seattle can't get enough of the lady-killing, big-band-leading soul slinger.
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WATCH: Soul Star Raphael Saadiq
EXCLUSIVE! Check out the clip for "Staying in Love," and get the details on his upcoming tour with Janelle Monae.
By Peter Gaston 11.12.09 9:31 AM
Cool retro-soul records -- namely from fair-haired dudes in what SPIN's Charles Aaron dubbed the "White Soulboy Invasion" earlier this year -- litter the record release calendars of late 2009 and early 2010.
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Modest Mouse, Sheryl Crow, Katy Perry Top Bumbershoot Bill
Click here to find out who else is confirmed for the annual Seattle Festival.
By Melissa Goldstein 04.02.09 8:49 AM
The initial lineup for the 39th annual Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival has been announced, along with the promise that there's "much more to come."




