“First the Fat Boys break up, and now this…” https://grownfolksmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/GFM%20Goodbye%20(Mobile%20Video)-2.mp4 What up Growns! As we wrap up 2022, we wanted to send all the love to you and yours for a happy, safe and prosperous 2023! We also want to thank you for your constant support of Grown Folks Music throughout the years. We’ve had a lot of laughs and great musical moments! But alas, “life has been lifein'” and we at GFM have not been exempt. Even though we’re keeping our heads to the sky, Grown Folks Music is fading to black. So while this was a very difficult decisio ..read more

Grammy-nominated artist and one of our favorites Brian Courtney Wilson stopped by to talk about his new album, Transitions . Transitions is a live studio recording of songs Wilson previously recorded on other albums and well as some new favorites. The album’s overarching theme is how change is a constant part of life. Brian Courtney Wilson’s hope is we lean on God’s love, and wisdom helps us in ways that offer smooth transitions all around us. Please watch the video and enjoy the conversation with Brian Courtney Wilson as he talks about his new music, his world-class background sing ..read more

Friend to GFM Kea is back with new music that is a musical reminder in the form of “Turn It Around”. This haunting lament puts into perspective that the current circumstance doesn’t always have to be the end of the story, in fact it doesn’t even have to be an entire chapter of you are open to change. Change is never easy but if you’re interested in forward motion it’s very necessary. “Turn It Around” is beautifully constructed and performed with a visual that compliments and tells a compelling story of its own. Kea weaves a melody here that has some wonderful surprises for the ear and in the ..read more

Album Artwork by Abigail Spence www.abigailspenceart.com #Growns on this Friday the directive is to check out The Second from Sir Spencer who we’ve featured here previously here with his bonafide MPLS anthem “Made In Minneapolis” which features another friend to GFM Jason Peterson DeLaire. The Second is the aptly titled second album from Sir Spencer which features a wider range of collaborations from his vast network of artist collaborators and the ten song set is evidence of the rich palette that he is able to pull from. What is most pleasing to the ear hear is the care taken in the songwrit ..read more

Val B. King’s sophomore release So Many Ways is what you get when you combine talent, creativity and integrity for a musical production. Certainly being the granddaughter of of legendary King of the Blues, B.B. King doesn’t hurt, but Val B. King’s talent goes before her and we are all the better for this irrefutable fact. Produced by the imitable Frank McComb So Many Ways gives the listener so many shades of the smooth and soothing side of music. From the opener “Ooh You” that features Najee the life that runs through this nine song set is music and not gimmickry. #Growns we’ve been here befo ..read more

As you can imagine in #Grown world anytime is a good time for the funk. As we look at the calendar and seeing that today is Friday who could think of a better day an time for the latest from Marlon McClain? Press play above and scroll down below to find out more about the project and the great music cast of collaborators who have been assembled to make your Friday that much funkier! From the press release… Press Release for Marlon McClain “Funky Fridays Vol II” On Friday, August 5th, veteran acclaimed guitarist, songwriter, producer, artist manager, and entrepreneur Marlon McClain will relea ..read more

Last weekend Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre played host to two Legends of Hip Hop concerts! The lineup included Hip Hop veterans Chubb Rock, Slick Rick, Big Daddy Kane and KRS-One.  Rakim was scheduled as the headliner however, he wasn’t in attendance. Despite Rakim’s absence the others held it down. Host MC Lightfoot kept the crowd laughing all night. Comedian Lav Love and former Yo! MTV Raps host Ed Lover made appearances. The crowd was hype both nights and a true Hip Hop fan traveled from Puerto Rico with vinyl albums in hand. Big Daddy Kane hopped off the stage and didn’t miss a beat ..read more

Sydney Raneé · Wake Up And Get It The Wake Up And Get It EP from friend to GFM Sydney Raneé is what I would refer to as a “Summertime Situation Soundtrack”. You know about those? The summertime situation? Something might start brewing around Memorial Day and by the middle of June… you get what I’m saying. These “situations” can go either way as in really, really wonderful or perhaps not. Zero middle ground. Now imagine having some music to speak to such times. These are the vibes I get from Sydney: guarded but free, regret but YOLO, the heat of July and the chill of January. Music that speaks ..read more

#Growns, Today marks the sophomore EP release of Truly didi from Franco-Cameroonian melodic emcee Dirtsa.Truly didi is described as “a letter serving as an ode to her heritage as well as a poised call to action to fight racial injustice as we strive for a greater humanity.” In listening to the set there are so many facets of life that we contend within display. In particular the track “Control” gets to the heart of the matter that we all can relate as we struggle to relate to the people that are particularly close to us. Dirsta is working in the way that art works best: working it out. Workin ..read more

Last Saturday Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre hosted an evening of R&B featuring Leela James and Avery Sunshine.   Leela JamesRaised FistsLeela James & Avery Sunshine   Avery SunshineAvery SunshineAvery SunshineAvery Sunshine & Dana Johnson The post Leela James & Avery Sunshine LIVE [Photos] appeared first on Grown Folks Music ..read more