Impose Magazine — I cannot whistle. It has been a problem for me strictly in moments that involve others whistling merrily, causing me to frown upon their merriness. I can never shame a person by whistling them over to me, which is bothersome because I love to shame p... more info

Guardian Music — Singer with the American vocal group the Soul ChildrenThe soul singer J Blackfoot, who has died of pancreatic cancer aged 65, was a member of the Soul Children, a vocal quartet whose searing ballads of heartache and infidelity were among the last maj... more info

Guardian Music — Here's some relationship advice – Southern soul-style – for those who take their lover for granted …It's hard to conceive of all the great music that can come out of one place until you see a vast selection of it gathered together. Of course, I... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — It had been many years, but a couple of weeks back upon (re)hearing the ‘jam’ section, i.e. the latter 3/4, of the Dead’s 1971 live interpretation of Otis Redding’s infallible R&B staple “Hard To Handle“, my reaction was something akin to... more info

Guardian Music — Hi-Fi Club, LeedsMichael Kiwanuka stands centre stage with his eyes closed, shirt hanging awkwardly off his back. The only instrumentation is his guitar and the occasional basslines provided by his friend Pete. It's only when he stops singing and the... more info

Altsounds — *Bands In Transit* caught up with* Michael Kiwanuka* who's already toured with Adele, played a multitude of festivals this summer and is currently on his first headline UK tour. He's already been compared to Bill Withers and Otis Redding, and althou... more info

Guardian Music — This Leeds band play the sort of indie you'd expect from a group named after a Beat Happening song. But don't call them twee…Hometown: Leeds.The lineup: Richard (lead vocals), Tom (bass), Laura (drums), Dan (lead guitar), Pete (rhythm guitar, backi... more info

Popdose — Otis Redding would have turned 70 tomorrow. The great New Orleans musician Wardell Quezergue died this week. Ken Shane pays tribute to both artists more info

MVSW — De La Soul ~ “Eye Know” From back in 1989. 3 Feet High and Rising is easily one of the greatest albums of all time. Check the songs sampled on this track! Samples Lee Dorsey ~ “Get Out of My Life, Woman“ Sly & the Family Stone ~ “Sing a Sim... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Kanye West and Jay-Z were the big early MTV Video Music Awards surprise, although the appearance was leaked/tipped the media long before the show began. Walking out to a sample of Otis Redding's “Try a Little Tenderness,” Kanye and Jay did little... more info