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The soul music scene is alive and well in the UK
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Mar 20, 2018
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The soul music scene is alive and well in the UK
Old school blends with new in this week's music selections. Building on the work of past jazz and soul greats, these artists show us that the kids might be alright.
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Old school blends with new in this week's music selections. Building on the work of past jazz and soul greats, these artists show us that the kids might be alright.

This week on Tuesday Reviewsday, music supervisor Morgan Rhodes introduces Take Two to the "freshman class" in a new generation of soul music. 

They're young, they're from the UK, and they're not afraid to get deep. 

Artist: Azekel

Song: "Hollow"

Azekel is a British R&B and future soul star, back with a follow up to a follow-up.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZTxrgo6MAQ

Artist: Nubya Garcia

Album: When We Are EP

Song: "Source"

Nubya is one of the breakout stars of the British jazz underground collective, Jazz Refreshed.


Artist: Sango

Album: In The Comfort Of

Song: "Rude" ft. Jean Deaux

Sango's one of the most prolific beat makers in L.A.'s own Soulection crew.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yar-7FOa01E

(Bonus: "ToGether" ft. Jesse Boykins)

Artist: Cleo Sol

Album: Winter Songs

Song: "Why Don't You"

Repping West London, Cleo's jazz-tinged new album is one of the best new releases of the year.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXUtOoNUOzE