Editorial STUFF

In this hard to beat online issue of Blues & Soul Magazine, we bring you soul of the past and funk of the future mixed up in the appealing guise of our supremely talented header / cover stars Fitz And The Tantrums. With infectious tunes and a killer look, we feel world domination can be but a track or two away - so mark our words, watch this space… Also for your delectation this issue; Aloe Blacc shows why he's THE man, August Alsina gives 'Testimony' to a life in rap, Ledisi is all a glow, D'Banj uncovers a new twist, DJ Cassidy is in the mix, Michael McDonald keeps star company, Ziggy Marley talks inspiration, Clean Bandit are right where they want to be, Down To The Bone cut to the chase, Robin McKelle channels a spirit and we stop by for a bit R&R with our star in the making Raleigh Ritchie…We top that with live reviews from Shortee Blitz @Blackstar, Frank Elson @Soulsville and Richard Searling @Prestatyn Weekender. PLUS the fore mentioned gentlemen take to their respective genres via their columns, along with the equally sublime talents of; Snowboy, Bigger, Ben Lovett, Simon Redley and Ralph Tee. Who all keep you up to speed on what is happening in the scenes you love. Job done! Don't forget you can find us on Twitter @BluesandSoul and Facebook Blues And-Soul…Till next time! Lee Tyler (Editor)B&S